"This year, things have not gotten any better, said Carolyn Stewart, chief executive officer of Feed Ontario, which represents a network of over 1,200 food banks and hunger relief organizations. The affordability crisis that we're also seeing is really still affecting Ontarians and leaving them unable to afford their most basic necessities, and this led to record high numbers of our neighbours turning to food banks for help."
"In September alone, our partners in the Community Food Assistance Network served nearly 26,000 adults and children, highlighting just how critical these programs are for individuals and families across our community, she said. She noted the September numbers represented a seven per cent year-over-year increase. As the weather gets colder, many families are feeling added pressure: higher heating bills, increased transportation costs, and the need for warm clothing and winter gear all stret"
Food banks across Ontario are experiencing sustained, record demand driven by an affordability crisis that leaves many unable to afford basic necessities. Feed Ontario represents a network of over 1,200 food banks and hunger relief organizations working to meet growing need. Last year more than one million people were served and demand has not eased this year. In Waterloo Region, partners in the Community Food Assistance Network served nearly 26,000 adults and children in September, a seven per cent year-over-year increase. Colder weather compounds pressure through higher heating bills, increased transportation costs, and greater need for warm clothing and winter gear.
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