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School’s out for Summer but Nutrition isn’t: Summer Nutrition Program 2026

8 July, 2026 No Comments
Every child deserves access to healthy, nutritious food.  However, the cost of food and housing continues to rise, and more than 1 in 4 families across Ottawa are experiencing food insecurity. In ...
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Honouring Culture Through Food: Supporting Indigenous and Inuit-led Member Agencies in Ottawa

19 June, 2026 No Comments
Today, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the cultures, traditions and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis ...
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Home Delivery Transitions to the Network

12 June, 2026 No Comments
Today, 90% of the Community & Emergency Food Banks in our network offer their own home delivery services. The Beginning of the Home Delivery Program ...
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Food Sort Challenge 2026 Wrap-Up

19 May, 2026 No Comments
On Friday, May 8, 2026, we marked our 10th edition of the Food Sort Challenge presented by Mondeau Bathroom and Kitchen, a division of Boone ...
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Leave a Legacy Month: Planting the Seeds for Tomorrow’s Harvest

29 April, 2026 No Comments
Every May, communities across Canada recognize Leave a Legacy Month, a time to consider how the choices we make today can shape the future of ...
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Bob’s Legacy: Planting Seeds for the Future

29 April, 2026 No Comments
From farm roots to a future of nourishment, Bob’s legacy gift to the Community Harvest Farm is deeply rooted in his personal history and lifelong values. ...
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