It is a warehouse. There is a tons of volunteer jobs for anyone can choose to do when they have…read morespare time in their schedules. The volunteer jobs range from food sorting to truck assistance to aquagrow farms to receptionist. I volunteer there for about 4 or 5 years on and off (since my high school school years). I earned many of my volunteer hours here. I did many things such as sorting canned food, cutting carrots, building boxes, taped fillex boxes and sorting tapped boxes. I got to know people on my shelf through talking and listening to them and their conversations.

From the owner: The Mississauga Food Bank is the central food bank in Mississauga, leading a network of over 50…read moreagencies including neighbourhood food banks, pantries, and meal and snack programs to distribute food for over five million meals each year to vulnerable children, seniors, families, and neighbours in Mississauga.

I recently hit a hard time and needed food assistance for one month and I contacted this pantry…read more They were very nice, sweet and non-judgmental. They loaded me up with food, and other essentials. I appreciate the food and encouragement. These folks are heaven sent!

I have been volunteering here for the past 3 years now and this food bank really tries its best to…read morebe a multi-service agency reconnecting people with the community. They hosted a special Easter Sunday service meal to the public between 2-4 today for Easter Sunday where countless dozens came to enjoy a full lunch with tea, hot chocolate, and coffee on the side. I just love coming back and cleaning up after the meal service. They were recognized by the Daily Bread Food Bank years ago for their efforts and commitment to help the people in the community. Wish there more places like this. I will come back to help out whenever I am requested and have the time.

Went their for the free meal. Low on cash. Lmfao. When it's free it's always awesome. Just like to…read morethank all of the wonderful volunteers that dedicate their time to serving the less fortunate. ;). Free meals from 12-6pm.

Whatever neighbourhood you call home, you should pay attention to the Parkdale Community Foodbank…read more Not only do they rule on social media, but they do incredibly meaningful work. Now more than ever. If you have some extra money or are able to help, you should. If you are going to help, check in with them about what they really need: https://www.pcfb.ca/donate From the foobank: "For the last six years it's been our mission to provide food for those in need, the hungry and the impoverished. We've seen an increase of families barely able to make their rent, let alone purchase food."

North York Harvest Food Bank is the main collection facility for Northern Toronto which distributes…read morefood to 77 different programs throughout the area. Their entrance is a little tricky to find. As you drive into their lot the entrance is actually on the side of the building (look for the gazebo). You will see the sign "The Learning Enrichment Foundation". When you enter the building turn to the right and walk all the way to the back of the hall past all the tables. Large amount of donations are actually dropped off at the back of the building. If you're in the back where the loading dock is, and you need to go to the washroom, they'll give you protective footwear to use as you walk through the warehouse. Our point person was Kadian; she was a pleasure to work with. They weighed our Church's donation, took some pictures (they had their own photographer) and emailed us a certificate.

From the owner: North York Harvest Food Bank is the primary food bank for northern Toronto, distributing over 2.3…read moremillion pounds of food in 2015 through 77 community programs. We believe in dignified food access, empowering individuals and strengthening communities.

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Merike is phenomenal! I went to her for tailoring specifically. She has such a terrific eye and…read morehand for extremely technical tailoring. She knew where my wedding dress needed to be reinforced for best fit and function (something I would have expected the original designer to consider). My 'dress' was a two piece, quite out of the ordinary, and Merike got my vision and worked to have it fit exactly how I wanted it. She is absolutely lovely, and I would recommend taking any tailoring needs to her.