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flag Ontario food banks still see high demand despite emergencies, driven by low wages, unaffordable housing, and inadequate social benefits.

flag More than a year after Ontario municipalities declared food insecurity emergencies, demand for food banks remains high, with Toronto seeing 4 million visits and one in 10 residents relying on aid, including 40% children. flag Despite increased donations and expanded school programs, advocates say stagnant social benefits, unaffordable housing, and low wages continue to drive need. flag In Kingston and other areas, donations rose after the emergencies were declared, but food bank leaders stress that long-term solutions require higher incomes, affordable housing, and updated social assistance rates, as current benefits fall far short of covering basic living costs.

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