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Food Sort Challenge 2025 Wrap Up

On Friday, May 23rd, 2025, 49 spirited teams brought their passion for food security to TD Place Arena for the ninth annual Food Sort Challenge, ...
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Leave a Legacy Month 2025

Guest Author: Erin H., Coordinator, Fundraising (Major Gifts & Planned Giving) In a world where instant gratification is encouraged, there isn’t always space left for ...
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Looking Ahead After the 2025 Federal Election

The 2025 Federal Election came at a critical time for Canadians. For the Ottawa Food Bank and our network of nearly 98 food programs, Ottawa’s ...
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Leaving a Legacy: Tahar M. (1929-2019)

For Tahar M., generosity always came naturally and effortlessly.   Born in Tunis, Tunisia, Tahar served his country as a public servant. But public service was ...
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Leaving a Legacy: Robert “Bob” A. (1935-2022)

‘Leaving a legacy’ can look different for many people. For some, this means passing a namesake, knowledge, or money on to their kin. But for ...
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Leaving a Legacy: Major (ret’d) Lillian B. (1930-2024)

Major (ret’d) Lillian B., known as Lil by family and friends, left a legacy in many ways upon her peaceful passing. For starters, Lillian was ...
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