Canadian Food Bank Visits Surge to Record 2 Million in March 2024

Rising inflation and housing costs drive a 90% increase in food bank usage since 2019, urging calls for government intervention.

Food Banks Canada reports a record-breaking 2,059,636 visits in March 2024, marking a 90% increase from March 2019.
Rising living costs, including rent and food prices, are major contributors to the surge in food bank demand across Canada.
A significant portion of food bank users are employed, with 18% of clients holding jobs, highlighting the widespread nature of the crisis.
Children represent one-third of food bank clients, with nearly 700,000 monthly visits, underscoring the impact on families.
Food Banks Canada urges the government to introduce a 'groceries and essentials benefit' to alleviate food insecurity for low-income Canadians.