About Us

Food Banks Canada is the only national charitable organization representing and supporting the food bank community across Canada. Learn more about us — how we’re organized, our membership, and our programs.

Learn About Hunger

Close to 900,000 Canadians each month are assisted by food banks. By understanding the nature of the problem, and the possible solutions, we can all do our part to make a difference.

Get Involved

Together, we can make a difference to help reduce hunger and improve the lives of the nearly 900,000 Canadians who turn to food banks each month. Learn how you or your company can contribute.

Media

The latest news about Food Banks Canada, our partners, and our programs, as well as helpful resources for our communications partners and members of the media.

Hunger Fact

27% of households receiving food in Alberta are currently working.

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About Us > Mission Vision Values

Our Mission, Vision, and Values

The mission of Food Banks Canada is to reduce hunger in Canada by enabling an effective food bank community that addresses both the short-term need for food and longer-term solutions.

Our vision is to be the voice for the hungry in Canada.

As we fulfill our vision and work towards our mission, we embrace the values of Teamwork, Transparency, and Integrity.