True Stories
Members of the OAFB Home Office Staff frequently meet with individuals served by food banks to learn about their lives and what their community food bank means to them.
In speaking with those who must turn to food banks we have learned that each story is unique, and each individual has faced a number of challenges. Sometimes they have faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles and situations for much of their lives, and other times a sudden job loss or disability has resulted in savings being depleted, houses, cars and other possessions sold, and individuals visiting the community food bank which they had supported and donated to for many years.
As we visit members across the province and hold focus groups throughout the months ahead, we are committed to educating the public, debunking myths, and most importantly of all, telling the stories of those we serve.
If you have a story that would be of interest for our visitors, please fill in our story submission form. We look forward to hearing from you!
Marcy*, who lives in Ottawa, can recall a time ten years ago when, if she was told she’s have to rely on a food bank, she wouldn’t have believed it. For 25 years she worked in the technology sector—often on projects for the government—as a wide area network designer, and earned a very good wage.
52-year old Alice* lives near Bancroft, Ontario, outside of Peterborough. She lives 42 km from town, so needs to have a car to get to the grocery store, work, and, during the tough months like September (back to school) and December, her local food bank.
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