The Manager of the Dryden Food Bank says we are no different than most Canadian communities in terms of Food Bank use.
Food Banks Canada says more than 852,000 people, including 305,000 children, accessed a food bank in this country during March.
That’s up 1.3% compared to 2014, and 26% higher than in 2008.
Keith Grant says some 200-families use local Food Bank services once a week and that number is climbing.
He says they have seen a large influx of single mothers from First Nations moving to Dryden and needing support.
Grant adds there’s also been a spike in numbers of those working low-paying or part-time jobs and having trouble making ends meet.
The Food Bank is looking for all sorts of items right now.
Grant says they are looking for non-perishable food items, as well as canned food.
He notes they will also accept meats, cheese, frozen goods and time sensitive products.
Grant adds there’s always a demand for non-food products including personal hygiene items, household goods as well as baby supplies.
