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 a trailblazer in the Canadian
1 May, 2025
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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 a trailblazer in the Canadian
From volunteer to devoted supporter, Maureen F. has been a longstanding member of the Ottawa Food Bank community. From 2017-2018, visitors at the Ottawa Food Bank offices were often greeted
On Saturday, April 12, neighbours across Ottawa showed their kindness and generosity as the Ottawa Food Bank held the Fill the Plates – Spring Food Drive. Because of you, we
“Our community faces many challenges. But, together, we are thousands strong. Thanks to volunteers like you, a food secure Ottawa is possible. You are our ‘light’ through this crisis.” –
Article By: Kevin Brown Stella began with the Ottawa Food Bank in September 2024. She remembers fondly that her first volunteer shift was helping collect food and cash donations at
Article By: Kevin Brown Shannon joined the Ottawa Food Bank as a volunteer to gain experience in an administrative role while contributing to her community. She started in September 2024
Article By: Kevin Brown Mary has volunteered with the Ottawa Food Bank for one and a half years. Her work as an Administration (Admin) Support Volunteer includes monitoring and managing
Article By: Kevin Brown Thomas is one of the indispensable Ottawa Food Bank Administration Support Volunteers. He is working towards a degree in Sociology at Carleton University and started volunteering
Did you know 1 in 4 Ottawa households is facing hunger? That’s a huge number – up from an already somber 1 in 7 last year. The price of groceries,
Last month, an astounding $109,000 in donations was raised for the Ottawa Food Bank through the generosity of members and guests at the Rideau Club Gala. Taking place on March
School’s out for Summer but Nutrition isn’t: Summer Nutrition Program 2026
Every child deserves access to healthy, nutritious food. However, the cost of food and housing
Honouring Culture Through Food: Supporting Indigenous and Inuit-led Member Agencies in Ottawa
Today, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize
Home Delivery Transitions to the Network
Today, 90% of the Community & Emergency Food Banks in our network
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