food insecurity (1)

Food Insecurity Check In

Lots to think about in this report from Food Banks Canada

https://foodbankscanada.ca/hungercount/

 
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sognifanct increases have happened recently, wild increase, inflation has made a huge impact on this

"In March 2024, there were over 2 million visits to food banks in Canada — the highest number in history — representing a 6 per cent increase compared to 2023, and a 90 per cent increase compared to 2019. In addition, there are signs that the food-banking system is reaching its absolute limit."


please review the policy recommendations, one may not  agree with everything recommended, however it was good to see solutions put forward 

https://foodbankscanada.ca/hungercount/policy-recommendations/

 

 

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