How to Talk to Children About Food Insecurity and Charity?
Nearly 17% of Canadians faced food insecurity, up from about 13% in 2021. Over four years, the rate of food insecurity in households has surged by over 5 percentage points. These rising numbers highlight the importance of addressing food insecurity. Talking to children about hunger and charity is crucial. It fosters empathy and social responsibility, […]
How to Encourage Your Workplace to Support Food Banks?
Food insecurity is an escalating issue in Canada, with the latest data indicating a troubling rise. In 2023, 6.0% of Canadian households were classified as severely food-insecure, the highest rate in nearly two decades. Overall, 17.8% of households, equating to about 6.9 million Canadians, including 1.8 million children, experienced food insecurity in the year 2022. […]
Do Good and Good Will Come To You
The proverb “Do good and good will come to you” is a simple yet powerful message that has resonated across cultures and generations. It speaks to the idea that by acting with kindness and compassion, we create positive ripples in the world, and ultimately, good things tend to come back to us. But is it […]
The mental health impacts of food insecurity in Vancouver
Food insecurity, a pressing issue in Vancouver, extends beyond the immediate problem of hunger. While the immediate concern of not having enough to eat is visible, there’s a less obvious but equally troubling issue: the toll food insecurity takes on mental health. This blog post is for those who care deeply—social workers, mental health professionals, […]