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The Food Bank of Waterloo Region

January 6, 2021Awareness, Food

Back to Basics: Building a Strong Nutritional Foundation

Building a strong nutritional foundation starts with the basics and the role the six essential nutrients have.

January 1, 2021In the Community

In the Community: Home Hardware

This year, we had the opportunity to chat with Carly Byrd, Public Relations Coordinator at Home Hardware Stores Limited in more detail about their ongoing support of The Food Bank and the communities they live and work in.

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December 30, 2020In the Community

Community Leaders: Lance Bennett

Our partnership with RBC Dominion Securities began with many staff, including Lance Bennett, volunteering to sort food at The Food Bank. It’s been a excellent chance for the employees to see the direct impact their support has.

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December 28, 2020Food

Winter Recipes

Keep warm this winter with these easy-to-make recipes using items commonly found in food hampers that The Food Bank of Waterloo Region distributes to 100+ community programs and agency partners.

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December 24, 2020Awareness

Christmas Hamper Program Helps Make Holidays Brighter

The Christmas spirit is alive and well in Waterloo Region. Despite a difficult year, with many unexpected challenges, local community groups have once again come together to help make the holidays a little brighter.

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December 20, 2020Volunteers

Volunteer Profile: Julie

Meet Julie! She has been volunteering with The Food Bank since 2015 and can usually be found in customer service, but happily helps wherever needed!

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December 17, 2020Awareness

70 Questions With Wendi Campbell

The Food Bank of Waterloo Region's CEO invites our staff in and takes a shot at answering 70 unexpected questions, inspired by Vogue.

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December 11, 2020Media Releases

OpenText Announces $1M USD Donation to Fight Food Insecurity

Company launches OpenText Voyager Fund to support local communities.

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December 10, 2020Awareness, Food

Money Saving Tips for Your Next Grocery Store Trip

With food prices on the rise, there has never been a better time to learn new ways to save money on your grocery bill.

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December 2, 2020Awareness, Media Releases

24 Hours of Gratitude Huge Success

This year for Giving Tuesday, we launched 24 Hours of Gratitude, as a way to thank you for your support and help in ensuring no one goes hungry in Waterloo Region.

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