The CEO of Food Banks Alberta says the money is welcome, since demand has risen 73 per cent over the past year.
The money is to include $10 million in direct funds over two years and an additional $10 million in matching funds for food banks, charities, not-for-profit groups and civil society organizations.
“As a member of Food Banks Alberta, we are glad to see the Alberta government is taking an essential step to fight hunger,” said Michael Pasma, president of the Calgary Food Bank.“We all need to work together to find solutions to the root causes of food insecurity. As we approach a future of potential economic instability, we are honoured to have the Alberta government’s commitment.”
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