With rising food costs, the Regina Food Bank has become a refuge for many individuals and families across the city. In the spring, the food bank partnered with schools in both the public and catholic divisions and launched a variety of different lunch programs. This allows the food bank to connect with and feed students […]
A great day with shiny cars, and a helping hand to the Regina Foodbank. Access Communications announced its 15th annual show and shine raised $46,300 for the food bank. “The Labour Day Show N Shine is such an incredible example of our community coming together and this year brought together more fun and more sun […]
Hot off his 15th Nathan’s Hotdog eating championship – Joey Chestnut has his sights set on the mini donut crown at this year’s Queen City Exhibition. If you think you have what it takes – you can attempt to best Chestnut in the big event August 5th, as part of a fundraiser for the Regina […]
Regina Food Bank launched a new School Food Program to improve food security and attendance. The Food Bank has partnered with the Regina Public Schools, Regina Catholic Schools, and the Mother Teresa Middle School to offer the program. They have also partnered with AGT Foods, which has committed to a three-year partnership, providing $75,000 in […]
Just like others across the country, demand is up at the Regina Foodbank. A new survey from Food Banks Canada suggests lower-income households are struggling the most to put meals on the table as the price of food, gas and housing increases. There are a few reasons for the uptick according to Regina Foodbank CEO, […]
A lot of good things are being done at the same time on the roof of one of the Regina Food Bank’s buildings. The Regina Trades and Skills Centre (RTSC) brought roofing students to help with 5,000 square feet of the Regina Food Bank’s roof replacement. “It’s a win win for everybody involved, ” said […]
Food costs are on the rise and the increase is beginning to take it’s toll on families. The Regina Foodbank had seen a dramatic increase two years ago at the rise of the pandemic. This increase has continued to grow – and now with rising costs, the situation is only getting worse. Vice president of […]
It’s something that hasn’t been done before in Regina, but it is something that a group of Regina bars are doing with the Regina Food Bank to try and fight hunger in the community. Pile O’Bones Brewing along with Leopold’s Tavern and Victoria’s Tavern are offering up a limited edition “Community Lager” beer with all […]
As the holidays approach and giving is on the minds of many, the Regina Food Bank wants to remind people they are always in need of donations, regardless of the time of year. CEO John Bailey says if you aren’t sure what to donate, there are a few items that are always in high demand. […]
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many families to turn to the Regina Food Bank for support. Last year the Regina Food Bank experienced a record breaking year in usage and this year they are trending towards breaking that record. CEO of the Regina Food Bank John Bailey says in 2020 there were 114,000 points of service […]
