Debunking Common Food Bank Myths
Many misconceptions surrounding food banks still exist and while some food banks operate slightly different, here are seven common myths regarding the Nourish House Food Bank. Myth #1 – Everyone…
Are you Food Insecure?
Are you Food Insecure? Holding space for understanding and conversations about food (in)security. At our first Night Market of 2022, we asked community members to participate in a survey to…
Food Security and Food Systems Questions for Candidates
In advance of the upcoming provincial election on June 2, 2022 we reached out to our local candidates to understand their perspectives on and approaches to food systems and food…
COVID-19 Updates
MARCH 21, 2022 As of March 21st, 2022, we have altered our COVID-19 safety measures in line with federal, provincial, and local health official guidelines by: Making masks optional for…
#MentalHealthMonday: Addressing Food Bank Stigma
Access to food is a human right. Yet, 4.4 million Canadians are food insecure. Food insecurity exists when access to, quality, quantity, and choice of food is interrupted. Factors contributing…
Scare Away Hunger
Food insecurity is really scary. When people have inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial constraints, they are far more likely to suffer from ongoing and severe physical and…
What We Asked Our Candidates
In advance of the upcoming federal election on September 20, 2021, we reached out to our local candidates to understand their perspectives on and approaches to food systems and food…
#MentalHealthMonday: Eating Disorders
The following blog contains sensitive content that may disturb some readers. TW: eating disorders, self-harm. Eating disorders are a group of conditions marked by an unhealthy relationship with food, often…
#MentalHealthMonday: Beyond Food Insecurity
At The Nourish and Develop Foundation, we create and deliver programs and services that relate to enhancing food security. For instance, our upcoming Mobile Food Market aims to fill a…
#MentalHealthMonday: Budgeting for Better
Money can be a sensitive subject... as we all are experiencing different financial situations, but it is also the currency we use to secure basic necessities. Individuals facing poverty are at…