Edmonton's Food Bank faces doubled demand for services due to pandemic-related food insecurity.

Edmonton's Food Bank experiences a doubled demand for services since the pandemic, with over 42,000 hampers served in April alone. Food insecurity rates in Alberta have soared, causing the organization to face challenges last seen during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Executive Director Marjorie Bencz reports that people are struggling to afford basic needs like rent, childcare, and food.

June 01, 2024
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