You Filled Plates this Spring!
Across 21 grocery stores in Ottawa on March 28th alone, we raised 22,986 lbs of food and $8,289.30! Food insecurity is on a consistent rise in the city. Since 2019, food
10 April, 2026
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Across 21 grocery stores in Ottawa on March 28th alone, we raised 22,986 lbs of food and $8,289.30! Food insecurity is on a consistent rise in the city. Since 2019, food
Fill the Plates this Spring Season! With the clocks changing for daylight savings, the long winter days are giving way to brighter days. As we transition into a new season,
Every day, food moves through our warehouse to food programs across the city. Behind those shipments are important decisions about what food is distributed and why. This Dietitians Day, we’re highlighting one of
For 10 years, teams across Ottawa have stepped up to the sorting table to help fight food insecurity. This year marks the 10th edition of Food Sort Challenge, presented by
The Ottawa Food Bank is recruiting a Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization at a critical time for our community. Food bank visits in Ottawa have more than doubled since 2019, with 588,866 visits recorded across our network in the
As we wrap up our 2025 Corporate Community Ambassador Program, we are grateful to corporate groups who are committed to fighting against food insecurity in Ottawa. Their dedication brings us hope and supports our network of 71 agencies that operate 98 food programs
February 18 to March 19, 2026 Each year during Ramadan, Muslims around the world fast from sunrise until sunset for 30 days. During Ramadan, Muslims around the world focus on
February is Heart Month in Canada – a time to focus on heart health and the important role that nutritious food plays in overall well-being. During Heart Month, organizations like
We are grateful you joined us this holiday season. Each year, this campaign plays a vital role in helping us stock our shelves throughout the winter and spring so we
The Ottawa Food Bank is working with a local service provider who is managing and executing a tele-fundraising campaign for our organization. This campaign will be running from February 2, 2026 to
Food Sort Challenge 2026 Wrap-Up
On Friday, May 8, 2026, we marked our 10th edition of the
Leave a Legacy Month: Planting the Seeds for Tomorrow’s Harvest
Every May, communities across Canada recognize Leave a Legacy Month, a time
Bob’s Legacy: Planting Seeds for the Future
From farm roots to a future of nourishment, Bob’s legacy gift to
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