Food & essentials
Food hampers, household and hygiene essentials, seasonal clothing.
Get help
If you or your family are facing hardship, we want to hear from you. We will respond with care and respect — and where we cannot help directly, we will point you toward services that can.
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In an emergency, call 911.
For information about community and social services near you at any time, call or text 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca. If you are thinking about suicide or are worried about someone, call or text 9-8-8.
Types of assistance
These programs are planned and not yet operating. You are welcome to contact us now — your enquiry also helps us understand community needs as we prepare to launch.
Food hampers, household and hygiene essentials, seasonal clothing.
Time-limited help with urgent necessities after a sudden crisis.
Household essentials and orientation for newcomers and refugees in need.
Scholarships, bursaries, learning materials and tutoring.
Companionship for isolated seniors and family-education workshops.
Assistance request
This short form is a first step. Please share only general information.
We aim to respond within five business days. If your need is urgent, please call 2-1-1 for community services, or 911 in an emergency.
No. Submitting a request does not guarantee assistance. Eligibility depends on each program’s criteria and on available resources. Our programs are currently planned and not yet delivering assistance.
We aim to reply within five business days. We may ask for a short private conversation to understand your needs, or suggest other services that can help sooner.
Yes. Your information is used only to respond to your request and is handled under our Privacy Policy. We do not share it without your consent except where required by law.
Agencies and caseworkers may make referrals with the person’s consent. Please include your organization’s name in the referral field.