Searching for Food Banks And Pantries

Food bank provides essential food staples for those in need

• Market & curbside pickup appointments can be booked by calling or by email
• to register for the food bank or other family services please call or visit website
• provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, contact through email [email protected] or call 905-875-1022
• you can donate to the local Khi Community Food Bank online at website
• volunteer applications can be submitted on our website or in person
• donations of new, not expired non-perishable foods can be placed in the brown box at the front of our building or at any Milton fire station

This listing summarizes all food bank and meal programs in Milton

• some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
• all community meals are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise specified

It is recommended you contact the service agency first, to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.

Food Banks and Additional Support

Salvation Army, Khi Community

• 820 Nipissing Rd, Unit 4
• Food Market or curbside pick up format
• call 905-875-1022 to book your next food appointment
• For more information on food programs, supports please contact us at 905-875-1022 or email [email protected]
• provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, call or email
• Food bank program: Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri 9 am-2 pm, Thu 10 am-2pm
• view listing ,

Milton Bible Church

• 121 Chisholm Drive​, Milton
• 905-876-3586​
• Food for Life Program Thu 12 noon-1 pm
• view listing

Syyidah Aysha Centre

• 50 Steeles Ave E, Unit 23
• Milton Halal Food Bank
• To request food assistance please fill out form food relief request form
• view listing

Food for Life - Tremaine Market

• Country Heritage Park
• 8560 Tremaine Rd., South Entrance
• Wed, 12 pm-2:30 pm, appointments required
• Click on this link to create a new online Food for Life account and book an appointment
• Bring your own shopping bags
• For inquiries: [email protected]
• view listing

Milton Community Resource Centre

• 410 Bronte Street
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• Appointments are required to shop the Fridge
• Click on this link to create a new online Food for Life account and book an appointment
• If you attend the Tremaine Market or Mountainside Market, you cannot access this fridge location. This fridge is focused on supporting those who cannot access other Food for Life programs
• view listing

Southside Community Church

• 200 Main St E
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• Appointments are required to shop the Fridge
• Click on this link to create a new online Food for Life account and book an appointment
• If you attend the Tremaine Market or Mountainside Market, you cannot access this fridge location. This fridge is focused on supporting those who cannot access other Food for Life programs
• view listing

Society of St Vincent de Paul

• refer to the Halton Council website to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly
• view listing

Meal Delivery

Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served

• For a list of meal delivery services serving Milton, see here

Open to everyone, provides families in need with basic, necessary food items on a monthly basis. Milton Halal Food Bank accepts a variety of donations including:

• Clothes (new & gently used only)
• Household Items (small items only)
• Monetary
• Perishable and non-perishable foods
• Udhiyah/Qurbani (meat packaged in 1 kg plastic bags using gloves only)

Food for Life Program

• outreach program provides people in need with direct access to fresh food within their neighborhood
• application required, bring one piece of ID showing name and current address to activate your membership.
• Activation can take up to 7 days, once verified, you'll receive your Food for Life membership number, which is unique to you and will be used for all future visits
• 2 grocery bags per family

A food bank offering Halal options

Drop-in inclusive space for youth designed withn input from local youth and the Milton Youth Task Force

Supervised by trained youth engagement leaders the space features:

• A kitchenette with snacks courtesy of Food for Life
• TV and video games
• Lounge area
• Ping pong table
• Individual seating for studying
• A device charging station
• Food bank
• Clothing exchange
• Support services including ROCK and ADAPT
• Movies
• Video games
• Board games
• Arts and crafts
• Special events and programing

In partnership with Khi Community Salvation Army, provides essential baby supplies to families in need, including infant formula, baby food, cereal, diapers, and wipes

• families can access the Infant Food Bank once per month

Offers a full choice shopping experience with access to healthy, fresh rescued food

• Bring your own shopping bags
• For inquiries: [email protected]

A food bank offering Halal options

Food bank provided by the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in Canada, serving Georgetown and the surrounding community

Other food banks in Halton may provide infant formula / baby food, depending on availability. Use this link to locate a food bank near you, and contact them for availability.

In partnership with the Halton Hills Public Library, provides essential baby supplies to families in need, including infant formula, baby food, cereal, diapers, and wipes

• families can access the Infant Food Bank once per month
• Infant Food Bank Facilitator will be available on Tue mornings, alternating weeks between
  • Acton - 17 River Street
  • Georgetown - 9 Church St

A food bank program that is open to all

• perishable fresh food from Food for Life - meat, bread, fruit and vegetables
• other grocery items and goods as donated

Food bank services can be accessed on a bi-weekly basis

• delivery service available upon request if unable to come in due to disability or illness
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before closing
• Bread Basket serves the Greater Georgetown area (Hornby, Norval, Limehouse and Georgetown)

Food bank for local area residents

• can assist clients with food, diapers, baby formula if needed
• call to register

Oak Park

• 2200 Sawgrass Drive
• for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M

Churchill

• 215 North Service Rd E
• for immediate neighbours only

• food bank
• Christmas Assistance, toys

Community Support Services agency

Supportive Housing Program - Provides personal support (activities of daily living or ADLs) and essential homemaking (personal hygiene activities or IADLs) to adults 16 years old and up who have a permanent physical disability and meet the eligibility requirements and live in these two buildings:

• 30 Denarda St, Toronto, M6M 5C3
• 2100 Weston Rd, Toronto, M9N 3W6
• all referrals to Supportive Housing at Nucleus are managed by the Centre for Independent Living Toronto (CILT)

Attendant Outreach Program - Provides an attendant for adults 16 years old and up who have a permanent physical disability living in Mississauga who meet the eligibility requirements * goal of the program is to enable an individual's full participation and integration into their communities * services include non-medical support and essential homemaking and are offered between 6am and 12midnight, 7 days a week

Supports for Daily Living (SDL) - Program helps frail, high-needs seniors 65 years residing in Mississauga, Oakville and South Etobicoke, with assistance with activities of daily living, e.g. bathing, light meal preparation, dressing, in their own home * services are not available for older adults residing in retirement homes, group homes or long term care facilities

Caregiver Recharge Program - Temporary relief for primary caregivers who are experiencing high levels of stress while caring for someone with high-needs * non-medical assistance with personal care, ambulation and range of motion exercises, meals, medication reminders, light housekeeping, safety and risk monitoring and companionship

Short Stay Respite Program - Offers caregivers a temporary break while ensuring their loved one receives safe, supportive, and personalized care in a welcoming environment. During their stay, individuals are empowered to direct their own care and participate fully in the activities and daily life of the environment, promoting choice, independence, and meaningful engagement

Meals Programs - Programs include congregate dining, meal delivery services, and access to local food banks. These options support individuals in maintaining healthy nutrition, staying socially connected, and accessing food in ways that meet their unique needs. To learn more or find the best option for you, call 905-281-4443 to be connected with a food advisor

Companion Call Program - Virtual social connections * partnered with Companion Link to connect clients with trained volunteers to combat isolation * interactions will be a mixture of structured activities and unstructured social engagement * tablets and activity kits will also be provided to interested participants

Regional Learning Centre - Provides education and training to community service providers and family caregivers, helping build skills, confidence, and knowledge to support safe, person-centred care

Services and Programs:

• Regional Learning Centre

This listing includes all food support programs available in Oakville

• most programs are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise noted
• some may require proof of residency or income, please check individual listings for specific eligibility details
• contact the service provider directly to confirm hours of operation and whether an appointment is needed
• for full program details, click on each listing

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FOOD BANKS

Fare Share Food Bank

• 1240 Speers Rd, Unit 6
• 905-847-3988, [email protected]
• Mon 9:30 am-2 pm
• Thu 2 pm-6:45 pm
• see listing OAK0892

Kerr Street Mission

• 485 Kerr St
• 905-845-7485, [email protected]
• Food Bank (Kerr Street Market)
  • Mon 1 pm-2:30 pm & 5:30 pm-6:30 pm (KSM families attending meal only)
  • Tue 1 pm-2:30 pm & 6 pm-7:30 pm
  • Wed 1 pm-2:30 pm
  • Thu 9:45 am-11:45 am (for Prenatal & Kids n' Me programs only)
  • Thu 6 pm-7:30 pm
  • Fri 1 pm-2:30 pm
  • Sat 10 am-11:30 am
• Meals (KSM Café)
  • Mon 5:45 pm-7:50 pm (Family Fun Night - adults must be accompanied by a child, registration required)
  • Tue 11:45 am-12:15 pm
  • Wed 5:45 pm-7:45 pm (adults only)
  • Fri 11:45 am-12:15 pm
  • Sat 8:45 am-9:45 am
• see listing OAK3319

Salvation Army - Oakville

• 2270 Speers Rd
• 905-827-5324, [email protected]
• Wed 9 am-12 noon
• other times available by appointment
• non-perishable food items, diapers and baby food/formula available, by appointment only
• see listing OAK5030

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SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD SUPPORT

Anglican Church of the Incarnation

• 1240 Old Abbey Lane
• Community Pantry, a free food sharing cupboard available to all, located outside beside the Community Garden
• contains a changing selection of non-perishable food items and toiletries
• take what you need, leave what you can
• see listing OAK1559

Churchill Neighbourhood Centre

• 125 North Service Rd E
• 905-257-6029, [email protected]
• Mon-Fri, 9:30 am-3:30 pm
• for immediate neighbours only
• harm reduction, food pantry, tax completion, utility payment support, etc...
• see listing OAK0400

Clearview Christian Reformed Church

• 2300 Sheridan Garden Dr
• must contact Heather Maat at 905-829-2242, or [email protected]
• Wed morning food bag pick-up
• for Clearview area residents only
• see listing OAK4163

DAR Foundation

• 485 Morden Rd
• 416-904-0195 or 289-885-1279, [email protected]
• Wed 10 am-2 pm (every other week)
• see listing OAK0010

Front Line Outreach

• Food Distribution
  • weekly food distribution
  • focus is on families who reside in subsidized housing provided by Halton Housing Corporation
• Father's House
  • Mon evenings, 5 pm-9 pm (Sep-Jun), open the doors and invite folks for a hot meal, conversation and a replenishment of toiletries, clothing or some tangible items they may need to survive
  • all are welcomed and pastoral care is offered
• More than a meal
  • prepared dinners delivered to homeless, elderly shut ins and in special circumstances
• Homeless Outreach
  • mobile outreach to homeless encampments to provide food, clothing and other support
• Mobile 905-467-7483, [email protected]
• see listing OAK9126

Halton Food Connect

• provides free monthly grocery deliveries to the homes of Ontario Works recipients in the Halton Region
• recipients receive a box of protien, fresh fruits and vegetables
• Register through website
• see listing OAK0509

Hope Bible Church

• 500 Great Lakes Blvd
• offer food support once a month, through an in-person appointment
• if you would like to make an appointment please call the church office at 905-827-4888
• see listing OAK5027

Madina Mercy Food Bank

• 520 Speers Rd
• every Fri, starting at 4 pm
• families facing food insecurity can receive a nutritious food box
• registratrion required on website
• see listing OAK0484

Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre

• 2200 Sawgrass Dr
• Wed 8:30 am-9:15 am
• pre-register by contacting 905-257-6029, or [email protected]
• Food Bank for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M
• tax completion, clothing, utility payment support, microloans, household, counselling, budgeting, etc.
• see listing OAK5028

Oakville Public Library, Central Branch

• 120 Navy St, just inside 3rd floor entrance
• Community Food Corner with non-perishable and fresh food, pet food
• available during branch hours
• see listing OAK0359

Oakville Public Library, Clearview Branch

• 2860 Kingsway Dr
• pet food only
• available during branch hours
• see listing OAK4464

Oakville Public Library, Glen Abbey Branch

• 1415 Third Line
• pet food only
• available during branch hours
• see listing OAK0382

Oakville Town Hall

• 1225 Trafalgar Rd
• Wed 12 noon-1 pm
• market style program, please bring own shopping bags
• for more information, contact 905-635-1106 ext 225 or email [email protected]

St. Hilda's Anglican Church

• 340 Rebecca St
• weekly food parcels for needy families in the area
• bread, baked goods or fresh produce
• for more information, contact 905-827-3711 or [email protected]
• see listing OAK2877

St. Luke's Anglican Church Palermo

• 3114 Dundas St W
• Thu 4 pm-5:30 pm
• register and book a pickup time by calling Food for Life at 905-635-1106 ext 225
• see listing OAK9145

Society of St Vincent de Paul

• conduct home visits to provide for immediate needs (food vouchers, clothing, some furniture etc.)
• work with people to help alleviate challenges they face and connect to community resources
• to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly, refer to the Halton Council website
• see listing OAK0172

Vaishno Devi Mandir Hindu Temple

• 3259 Regional Road 25 N
• Tue and Sun evenings
• free Hindu vegetarian food is served
• see listing OAK2893

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MEAL DELIVERY

Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served

• for a list of meal delivery services serving Oakville, see here

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FOOD PROGRAM NAVIGATION

Central Registry

• 905-281-4443, [email protected]
• helps direct people to the most appropriate food support programs and services available in community, based on clients needs and circumstances
• see listing MHH0661

• Provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance


• Donations are gratefully accepted

Free Food in the City of Owen Sound

MEALS
OSHaRE Hot Meals - take out or dine in.
Mon-Fri 1 pm-3 pm, Sat 12 noon-1:30 pm

GROCERIES
St Andrews Presbyterian Church Pantry Hamper of food
Mon 11:30 am-1 pm

Central Westside United Church
Tue-Thu 10 am-3 pm

St George's Church Neighborhood Share - 1049 4th Ave E
Thu 10 am-12 noon at 4th Ave door. 3 bag sizes: single, couple or family

Salvation Army Food Bank
By appointment Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm

SOS @ OSHaRE - Hamper of food
Every other Wed 1 pm-3:30 pm

Family Assist Market (FAM) @OSHaRE - Hamper of food, sign up for casseroles and veggies - application required, the focus is families with children, local agencies and programs also available. Every other Wed 9 am - 11 am (same Wed as the SOS Market).

WATER REFILL STATIONS
Owen Sound City Hall
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Owen Sound Library
Mon 1 pm-8 pm * Tue-Thu 10 am-8 pm * Fri-Sat 10 am-5 pm

Owen Sound Transit Building
Mon-Fri 7 am-6 pm, Sat 7 am-4 pm, Sun 7 am-2:30 pm

Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Tue-Sat 10 am-5 pm

Bayshore Community Centre
Mon-Sun 7 am-11 pm, hours may vary during the summer season.

Grey Bruce Public Health BuildingMon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

OSHaRE

Mon-Fri 1 pm-3 pm, Sat 12 noon-1:30 pm