Food Services
Below are information and resources for food services in BC.
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More Than Meals for Seniors
Thanks to United Way’s More than Meals program, seniors are getting healthy meals delivered to their homes. All meals are consistent in size and include an entrée with potatoes, rice or pasta, a vegetable and a small dessert. Clients receive three meals weekly. For...
Lake Cowichan Food Bank Society
Distribution is the second Wednesday of every month, except December located at 62 Fern Rd. Applications are to be filled/picked up/dropped off at the Cowichan Lake Community Services building at 121 Point Ideal Road. Location: Distribution: 62 Fern Road Application...
New free food market for those in need opens in Victoria
A new Living Edge Neighborhood Market has been added in South Victoria at the Church of Our Lord on 626 Blanshard St. This market provides free groceries to those in need, and offers a variety of fresh produce, yogurt, bread, milk. It is open every Thursday from...
Victoria Best Babies Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program
Victoria Best Babies is a Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program sponsored by Fernwood NRG with funding from the Public Health Agency of Canada. Thwy provide educational sessions, one-on-one support, monthly food vouchers/produce, baby food demos, healthy snacks,...
St. Vincent De Paul Social Concern
This organization is an extension of the St. Vincent de Paul church and they offer assistance with meals, food hampers, clothing, household goods, and advocacy. On income assistance cheque week, there is no meal service. Also, they have a home visit week during which...
Meals on Wheels Victoria
This organization provides nourishing, low-coast meals delivered to the homes of people not able to care for their own nutritional requirements. The meals are delivered by volunteers who are trained to respond appropriately in emergency situations. Location: 1740...
North Park Neighborhood Food Hampers
The North Park Neighbourhood Association is providing free weekly food hampers that contain fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and meat. To be eligible, you must live in the North Park neighbourhood. Recipients are asked to pick up their hamper between 11:00am-12:00pm...
Hot Meals and Hampers at Santuary Youth Centre
Sanctuary Youth Center offers regular drop-in hours for a hot meal, laundry, clothing and self-care supplies, showers, fresh and non-perishable food, or just to hang out. It is open for youth 14-22 years old. They are open Thursday to Sunday from 3:00pm-7:00pm....
Saanich Neighborhood House Food Security Program
The Saanich Neighborhood House runs a food security program which offers families opportunities to participate in group cooking classes, access food resources, and enjoy the company of neighbours at regular Family Dinner nights. All programs are offered at no charge....