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'Nearing a crisis point,' Second Harvest calls for food donations in wake of shortage


Published on 2025-05-04 13:48:02 -
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  • Officials with Second Harvest are asking for community donations as they face the challenge of a possible food shortage.

The article from Yahoo News discusses the escalating food insecurity crisis in Canada, as highlighted by Second Harvest, the country's largest food rescue organization. Second Harvest's CEO, Lori Nikkel, warns that the situation is nearing a crisis point, with a significant increase in demand for food assistance due to rising inflation and the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization's recent report indicates that one in four Canadians are experiencing food insecurity, and food banks across the nation are struggling to meet the growing need. Second Harvest is calling for increased government support and public donations to help address the issue and ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food.

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