In March 2016, 863,492 people received food from a food bank in Canada. This is 1.3% higher than the same period in 2015, and 28% higher than in 2008. The HungerCount report puts forward a number of policy recommendations to reduce the need for food banks, under four broad themes:
- A National Poverty Reduction Strategy by October 1, 2017
- Real steps toward a Basic Income in Canada
- A new deal for people on social assistance
- Investment in food security for Northern Canadians
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Published By: Food Banks Canada
Publication Date: 2016