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VisitWill the Ontario government announce new funding for food banks by December 31, 2024?
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Ontario Food Bank Usage Hits Record High, Up 25%, Over One Million Visits
Sep 10, 2024, 12:40 PM
Food bank usage in Ontario has reached unprecedented levels, with over one million people visiting food banks in the past year, according to a new report. This marks an eight-year high, with usage up 25% from the previous record-breaking year of 2022-23. The rising cost of living and corporate profits are contributing factors to this crisis, affecting seven million Canadians. Political leaders, including Jagmeet Singh, are calling for unity to combat corporate greed and conservative cuts, emphasizing the need for change to support struggling Canadians.
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