ASSINIBOIA — A Facebook plea was issued Jan. 28 advising residents that the food bank shelves were running low again.
The post cited the main items they are low on include: school snacks, canned vegetables, pasta sauce, canned meats, coffee, tea, hearty soups such as Chunky, household items like toilet tissue, dish soap, laundry detergent, tooth paste and tooth brushes.
“Any bit of help or donations are helpful. Help us keep our people I need safe, healthy and warm.”
In 2024, Saskatchewan Food Banks say they had their busiest year yet, making it challenging to build up sufficient food reserves. Inflation continues to impact hunger and food insecurity.
A projection from Food Banks Canada suggests that 2025 will see usage increase by an additional 15 to 20 per cent
Assiniboia Kinette Club came to the rescue when the Assiniboia Food Bank was on the verge of shutting down, adopting the food bank for Christmas. The club purchased new shelves and assisted with cleaning and installation, while also helping stock those shelves.
Assiniboia residents are known for banding together when a need is known, and this latest call out is expected to generate the same generosity as the community is known for.
