Haldimand, ON, N1A 1B9
- immunization and screening for communicable diseases
- health education programs
- family and child health
- dental health
- sexual health
- injury prevention
- environmental health
- physical activity
- public health standards enforcement
Burlington, ON, L7L 4W5
Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- program operates from donations
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X8
Provides emergency food assistance, by appointment only
- non-perishable food items
- diapers and baby food/formula available
- contact through email at [email protected] or call for assistance
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X4
Food Bank
- If you are in need of food assistance please come to the Food Bank during operating hours
- no appointment needed
- can assist with baby food, formula and diapers
- program participants are eligible to receive a food order once each calendar month
- currently provides food to approximately 700 Oakville families
Donations
- non-perishable food can be dropped off at all Oakville Fire Stations and most Oakville Grocery stores, in their collection bins
- bulk of non-perishable food comes from food drives held at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas
- for a list of currently needed items, see here
- financial donations are vital and needed to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, milk, and a variety of other items
- tax receipts are issued on site
- please call to make sure someone is there to receive your donation
Oakville, ON, L6H 1A3
Food bank for local area residents
- can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food 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
This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Burlington
- food banks usually have a wide selection and stock of items, food cupboards/pantries may have a smaller number and selection
- some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
- all community meals are free, open to everyone and drop-in, unless otherwise specified
CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM, AS HOURS MAY CHANGE, OR BE SUBJECT TO VOLUNTEER SCHEDULES
Monday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
- 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
Tuesday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11 am-6 pm Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
- 9:45 am-11 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at St Luke's Anglican Church, 1382 Ontario St, 905-634-1826
- 1:30 pm-5 pm, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 702 Surrey Lane
- 3:30 pm-6 pm by appointment Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
- 6 pm Open Doors Community Dinner at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
Wednesday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-12 noon by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11:30 am, 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday of the month (Oct-May) St Luke's Anglican Church Community Lunch, 1382 Ontario St, 905-634-1826
- 1:30 pm-5 pm, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Infant Supplies, 702 Surrey Lane
- 1:30 pm-5 pm, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 356 Burloak Dr
- 1:30 pm-5 pm, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Infant Supplies, 356 Burloak Dr
- 4 pm-7 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
- 6 pm-7 pm, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month North BurLINKton Community Group Dinner Night Out, Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, 1401 Guelph Line
Thursday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-12 noon and 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
- 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 11 am-6 pm Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
- 12 noon-1 pm Next Door Social Space Lunch, 650 Plains Rd E
- 12 noon Open Doors Seniors Lunch at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
- 12:30 pm-1:30 pm by appointment Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
- 5 pm-7 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
Friday:
- 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
- 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
- 9:45 am-10:45 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at Grace United Church, 2111 Walkers Line, 905-335-0090
- 12 noon, monthly Sep-Jun (see website for dates), Calvary Baptist Church Seniors Lunch, 2458 St Frances Dr, 905-336-7332
- 12 noon-2 pm Friday Hub & Lunch, Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline St, 905-634-1849
- 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
Saturday:
- 9 am-10:30 am, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month (second Saturday only in December), Compass Point Bible Church, Food Market, 1500 Kerns Rd, 905-336-0500
- 9 am-11 am Next Door Social Space Community Breakfast, 650 Plains Rd E
- 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
Sunday:
- 12 noon-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
FOOD VOUCHERS may be available from:
- Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, see listing for phone numbers
This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Oakville
- 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
Weekly Schedule
Monday:
- 9:30 am-2 pm, Fare Share Food Bank
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
- 5:30 pm-6:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank, KSM families attending meal only)
- 5:45 pm-7:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Sit Down Meal, Family Fun Night - adults must be accompanied by a child, registration required)
Tuesday:
- 11:45 am-12:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Sit Down Meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
- 6 pm-7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
Wednesday:
- morning, Clearview Christian Reformed Church (for Clearview area residents only)
- 9 am-12 noon, Salvation Army Food Bank (by appointment)
- 10 am-2 pm, DAR Foundation (every other week)
- 8:45 am-9:45 am, Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
- 5:45 pm-7:45 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Sit Down Meal, adults only)
Thursday:
- 9:45 am-11:45 am, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank, for Prenatal & Kids n' Me programs only)
- 2 pm-6:45 pm, Fare Share Food Bank
- 3:30 pm-7 pm, St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre (CUAET Program only)
- 4 pm-5:30 pm, St. Luke's Anglican Church Palermo
- 6 pm-7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
Friday:
- 11:45 am-12:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Sit Down Meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
Saturday:
- 8:45 am-9:45 am, Kerr Street Mission (Sit Down Meal)
- 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission (Food Bank)
Contact Information for Agencies listed above
Clearview Christian Reformed Church
- for Clearview area residents only
- contact Heather Maat at [email protected]
- 2300 Sheridan Garden Dr
- see listing OAK4163
DAR Foundation
- 416-904-0195 or 289-885-1279, [email protected]
- 485 Morden Rd
- see listing OAK0010
Fare Share Food Bank
- 905-847-3988, [email protected]
- 1240 Speers Rd, Unit 6
- see listing OAK0892
Kerr Street Mission
- 905-845-7485, [email protected]
- 485 Kerr St
- see listing OAK3319
Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
- 905-257-6029, [email protected]
- 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- see listing OAK5028
Salvation Army Food Bank
- 905-827-5324 or 905-827-6523, [email protected]
- 2270 Speers Rd
- see listing OAK5030
St. Luke's Anglican Church Palermo
- 905-825-3364 ext 82, [email protected]
- 3114 Dundas St W
- see listing OAK9145
St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre
- must be a part of the CUAET Program, registration is required
- please email [email protected]
- 1280 Dundas Street W
Additional Support Options
Churchill Neighbourhood Centre
- 125 North Service Rd E
- 905-257-6029, [email protected]
- harm reduction, food pantry, tax completion, utility payment support, etc...
- view listing OAK0400
Hope Bible Church
- 500 Great Lakes Blvd
- offer food support once a month, through an in-person appointment or receive a prepacked box through delivery (in Burlington/Oakville)
- if you would like to make an appointment or request a delivery, please call the church office at 905-827-4888
- see listing OAK5027
Kerr Street Mission
- 485 Kerr St
- 905-845-7485, [email protected]
- income tax preparation, shower facilities, youth & childrens programs, Neighbour Care Network
- see listing OAK3319
Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
- 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- 905-257-6029 ext 101, [email protected]
- food, tax completion, clothing, utility payment support, microloans, household, counselling, budgeting, etc.
- view 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
- view listing OAK0359
Oakville Public Library, Clearview Branch
- 2860 Kingsway Dr
- Community Food Shelf with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing OAK4464
Oakville Public Library, Glen Abbey Branch
- 1415 Third Line
- Community Food Corner with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing OAK0382
Salvation Army - Oakville
- 2270 Speers Rd
- 905-827-5324, 905-827-6523, or [email protected]
- non-perishable food items, diapers and baby food/formula available, by appointment only
- view listing OAK5030
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
- view listing OAK0172
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
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
- view listing MHH0661
Burlington, ON, L7T 3S6
Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- program operates from donations
ON, L8N 1J5
Services include:
- counselling and referrals
- assistance in finding accommodation
- free diapers and formula (when donations allow)
- free maternity and baby clothes (newborn to 2 years)
- free pregnancy testing
Mississauga, ON, L5G 1H8
- food including halal options
- diapers and formula for families with age appropriate children
Community -- programs including Men's Group, Women's Group, Refresh
Employment -- job search assistance and resume/interview preparation
Information and referral services -- assistance in accessing resources in the community help to access benefits,housing, eviction prevention, addictions counselling and referrals to drug rehabilitation, free or low-cost furniture, clothing, eye-glasses
Member of the Mississauga Food Bank
Oakville, ON, L6H 6M8
Food bank for local area residents
- can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food 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
Hamilton, ON, L8N 3W4
Hamilton, ON, L8R 1C5
Emergency services and grocery support for youth in the Hamilton community. Provides food, clothing, baby products, and hygiene items. Also offers nutrition and budgeting programs as well as referrals to Living Rock's Wellness Works Coordinator.
Toronto, ON, M8V 2Z5
Information, referral and advocacy - help find the right government and community service in South/Central Etobicoke and throughout GTA
Form Filling - access to and support with completing government forms and applications
Legal Advice - summary legal advice and information available on a variety of matters and issues. By appointment only
True Copy/Affidavit - provision of true copy certification and affidavit swearing with a Commissioner of Oath.
Income Tax Clinic (Year Round) - free preperation and filing of income tax returns for low income individuals and families * criteria apply
Settlement Services for Newcomers to Canada - information, referral and orientation services for permanent residents, convention refugees and live-in caregivers
Toronto, ON, M5A 2Z4
Counselling and Case management
Individual counselling and information, advocacy support and systems navigation, and referrals to other services about sexuality, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting
- support with form filling and applications
- wraparound support and information on pregnancy options, personal goal setting, relationships and personal challenges
Food Program and Practical Help
Warm meals available, including light breakfast and lunch for participants, their supports and children during drop-in hours; also supper available Monday and Tuesday
- Food Connect Program monthly access to essential food items for 12 participants experiencing food access challenges, includes referrals to community food programs
- Swap Shop includes access to free donated items such as baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books and small household items
- emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, menstrual products
- free Presto tickets for public transit to/from Jessie's Centre
Health Services
Individual health counselling for participants and their children
- onsite access to health promotion specialist
- weekly access to family doctor
- specialized prenatal and postpartum classes
- free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, nutrition, feeding supplies, health products
- health care navigation including referrals to doulas, midwives, primary care providers
Housing Support
Range of services to assist in finding and maintaining affordable housing
- assistance with social housing applications and special priority applications
- private market rent searches
- income supports assistance
- housing stabilization and eviction prevention
- conflict resolution and safety planning
- support with landlords for viewings and interviews
- accompaniment on request
- advocacy, education and information on tenants rights and responsibilities
Jessie's School Program
Access to secondary school credits from grades 9-12 and preparation for integration into mainstream and alternative schools and post-secondary education
- ​information on scholarship opportunities
Parenting Supports and Groups
Counselling, information, guidance, referrals and development screening
- Parent-Child Centre (PCC) includes parenting skills support, mentoring, parent and child activities and events; childminding available onsite for participants
- groups include prenatal and postnatal support, Nobody's Perfect parenting groups, and Girls Circle personal development groups
Toronto, ON, M8W 1T8
Haven's Closet -- selection of seasonal clothing
First Care -- for pregnant women and parents of newborns to age 2
- provides diapers and baby food, food aid, clothing and support
Hope with Wheels -- mobile outreach van providing food, hygiene products, sleeping bags twice a week to homeless in downtown Toronto and once a week in Etobicoke
- hot lunch two Sundays a month at St Margaret's Anglican Church -- see separate listing
- provides food, hygiene kits, friendly visits and calls, social events and referrals to other services
Toronto, ON, M5T 2G3
Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email [email protected]
Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email [email protected]
Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email [email protected]
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Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available
- access to diapers, formula, baby food
- birth control, pregnancy tests
- prenatal care, perinatal services
- prenatal and parenting classes
- immunization
- optometry, eye glasses
- chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
- addictions counselling
- traditional Chinese medicine
- foot care, socks and shoes
- health education and counselling on health issues
Toronto, ON, M5A 2E5
Food Bank -- for Indigenous women and their families
- emergency supply of milk and diapers
- member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
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Advances the dignity and well being of children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS by providing:
- practical support including access to infant formula, diapers, Welcome Baby Bag, food hampers, grocery vouchers, TTC tokens for medical appointments, new winter clothing, toys and gift cards for children and youth
- counselling and case management, family and child support groups, external referrals, and resources for children and their families around HIV
- overnight camp for children
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
- grocery bags available once every 2 weeks by family size
- assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
- Cornerstone Families and Bridges assists adults with grocery bags via Care Managers
- call 416-929-9614 ext 3200 to book appointment
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Food Bank by appointment, Tue-Fri 10 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm (see separate listing)
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Toronto, ON, M5S 2H1
Women and Family Ministry -- food and clothing bank by appointment
- for women and their families or single fathers with custody of children
- baby food and formula
- layettes for newborns, household items, bedding, female hygiene products
- supportive counselling and referrals
- Christmas grocery and toy program
- member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Children and youth -- after school clubs
- licensed child care centre -- see separate entry
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Accept used and new baby clothing in sizes 0 to 2T as well as coats, diapers, blankets, wipes, Vaseline, baby lotion, baby shampoo, diaper cream, new towels, and new or used washcloths.
Items that will not be accepted include used swim suits, used towels, used underwear, reusable diapers, stuffed animals, used toys, or any adult clothing.
Donations can be dropped off at one of three drop-off locations in the city. Please call for locations.
Haldimand, ON, N3W 2N4
- immunization and screening for communicable diseases
- health education programs
- family and child health
- sexual health
- injury prevention
- environmental health
- physical activity
- public health standards enforcement
Mississauga, ON, L5N 6J4
Pregnancy and parenting support, including support for unplanned pregnancy from pro-life, Christian perspective
- confidential support to help pregnant women carry their babies to term
- licensed adoption services, and post adoption support for birth parents, adoptees and adoptive families
- individual, couples and family counselling
- individual and group support for young mothers, including parenting counselling
- Care Cupboard support includes diapers, formula, toiletries, non-perishable food, children's clothing, maternity clothing (monthly visit by appointment)
- Nobody's Perfect Parenting education and workshops, registration required