Searching for Infant Formula / Baby Food

COVID19 -- open * curbside pick up * after email registration, volunteers will email with a pick up time * pre-approved walk ins call ahead * must bring own bags

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Perishable and non-perishable food * personal products such as shampoo and soap * cleaning products * baby items including formula, diapers, blankets, clothes * linens and household items * clothing * back to school supplies * Christmas assistance

A program that partners with the Milton Community Resource Centre (MCRC), to house and distribute infant supplies.

Available supplies include:

• diapers
• formula
• baby food

COVID19 Adoption service client meetings virtually or by phone; Care Cupboard services modified and by appointment; call, or visit JFJ Hope Centre website for update on available services

Pregnancy and parenting support, including support for unplanned pregnancy from pro-life, Christian perspective

• confidential support to help pregnant women carry their babies to term
• licensed adoption services, and post adoption support for birth parents, adoptees and adoptive families
• individual, couples and family counselling
• individual and group support for young mothers, including parenting counselling
• Care Cupboard support includes diapers, formula, toiletries, non-perishable food, children's clothing, maternity clothing (monthly visit by appointment)
• Nobody's Perfect Parenting education and workshops, registration required

Food bank for local area residents
* can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food if needed
* call to register

Oak Park
* 2200 Sawgrass Drive
* for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M

Churchill
* 215 North Service Rd E
* for immediate neighbours only

Food bank for local area residents
* can assist clients with diapers, baby formula/food if needed
* call to register

Oak Park
* 2200 Sawgrass Drive
* for people living in postal code areas of L6H & L6M

Churchill
* 215 North Service Rd E
* for immediate neighbours only

COVID-19 Update: Services continue to operate by appointment only. Please call 519-836-9824 or e-mail familyservices@guelphsa.ca.

Services include:

• bi-monthly food hampers ; bread, baked goods and produce
• clothing, personal care items ; small household items
• baby items
• utility support ; transportation
• prescriptions ; glasses
• emergency accommodations ; mattresses
• referrals
• Christmas Hampers
• backpacks/School Supplies ; summer camp

Food Bank

• If you are in need of food assistance please come to the Food Bank during operating hours
• no appointment needed
• can assist with baby food, formula and diapers
• program participants are eligible to receive a food order once each calendar month
• currently provides food to approximately 700 Oakville families

Donations

• non-perishable food can be dropped off at all Oakville Fire Stations and most Oakville Grocery stores, in their collection bins
• bulk of non-perishable food comes from food drives held at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas
• for a list of currently needed items, see here
• financial donations are vital and needed to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, milk, and a variety of other items
• tax receipts are issued on site
• please call to make sure someone is there to receive your donation

Provides emergency food assistance, by appointment only

• non-perishable food items
• diapers and baby food/formula available
• contact through email at tsaoakvillecfs@gmail.com or call for assistance

COVID19 -- no walk-in service
Food Bank -- call for an appointment, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
Domestic Violence -- coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI and CERB applications
Senior Programs -- virtual fitness sessions, technology training

For general inquiries: info@ehcw.ca or maria@ehcw.ca
For settlement services and support with applications: nissa@ehcw.ca
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: obioma@ehcw.ca
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: yougeita@ehcw.ca; monica@ehcw.ca

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Newcomer Settlement Services in groups or individually

• needs assessment
• orientation and overview of community and government services
• information and referral and to other service providers
• assistance in form completion and interpretation

Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews

Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects

• counselling services for families
• group sessions and workshops at various locations

Connect Young -- anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series

Clothing Bank, Food -- call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada

Aging at Home -- recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors

Neighborhood Pod -- connection with community through community leaders

Youth Summer Programs -- recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening

Emergency food bank; availability of baby formula, baby food, and diapers dependent on supply; availability of gently used infant/children's clothing dependent on donations, referral available to other community resources

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and in partnership with various community agencies

Community Resources Listings - general sources for community information

Information, referral and advocacy - help find the right government and community service in South/Central Etobicoke and throughout GTA

Form Filling - access to and support with completing government forms and applications

Legal Advice - summary legal advice and information available on a variety of matters and issues. By appointment only

True Copy/Affidavit - provision of true copy certification and affidavit swearing with a Commissioner of Oath.

Income Tax Clinic (Year Round) - free preperation and filing of income tax returns for low income individuals and families * criteria apply

Settlement Services for Newcomers to Canada - information, referral and orientation services for permanent residents, convention refugees and live-in caregivers

Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products

Milk and Formula program provides emergency temporary assistance for families experiencing difficulties.

Milk coupons mailed monthly for a maximum of six months (subject to change). Formula to be picked up at church.

Due to high demand for program, applicants MUST be referred by a community professional to be eligible to receive assistance for this program.

Call office for more details.

COVID19 -- Food bank open by appointment, extended hours

• walk-ins welcome
• member of North York Harvest Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank
• formula and diapers available

Multiservice agency

Haven's Closet -- selection of seasonal clothing

First Care -- for pregnant women and parents of newborns to age 3

• provides diapers and baby food, food aid, clothing and support

Food Bank -- see separate record

Hope with Wheels -- mobile outreach van providing food, hygiene products, sleeping bags twice a week to homeless in downtown Toronto

• hot lunch two Saturdays a month at St Margaret's Anglican Church -- see separate listing

Seniors program -- for isolated or less fortunate seniors

• provides food, hygiene kits, friendly visits and calls, social events and referrals to other services

This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Burlington

• food banks usually have a wide selection and stock of items, food cupboards/pantries may have a smaller number and selection
• some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
• all community meals are free, open to everyone and drop-in, unless otherwise specified

CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM, AS HOURS MAY CHANGE, OR BE SUBJECT TO VOLUNTEER SCHEDULES

Monday:

• 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
• 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722
• 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556

Tuesday:

• 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
• 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 10 am-6 pm by appointment only Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
• 9:45 am-11 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at St Luke's Anglican Church, 1371 Elgin St, 905-634-1826
• 2 pm-6 pm, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 702 Surrey Lane
• 2 pm-6 pm, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick, Our Community Cares - Infant Food Bank, 702 Surrey Lane
• 2 pm-6 pm, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Food Pantry, 356 Burloak Dr
• 2 pm-6 pm, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak, Our Community Cares - Infant Food Bank, 356 Burloak Dr
• 3:30 pm-6 pm Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
• 6 pm Open Doors Community Dinner at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809

Wednesday:

• 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
• 9 am-12 noon by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
• 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 10 am-4 pm by appointment only Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
• 11:30 am, 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday of the month (Oct-May) St Luke's Anglican Church Community Lunch, Parish Hall 1382 Ontario St
• 4 pm-7 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722

Thursday:

• 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
• 9 am-12 noon and 1 pm-4 pm by appointment only Salvation Army Burlington, Food Bank, 5040 Mainway, 289-230-2556
• 9 am-9 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 10 am-6 pm by appointment only Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
• 11:45 am-1:15 pm Next Door Social Space Lunch, 650 Plains Rd E
• 12 noon Open Doors Seniors Lunch at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809
• 5 pm-7 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273

Friday:

• 9 am-12:30 pm Burlington Food Bank, 1254 Plains Rd E, 905-637-2273
• 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 9:30 am-10:30 am Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program at Grace United Church, 2111 Walkers Line, 905-335-0090
• 12 noon-2 pm Friday Hub & Lunch, Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline St, 905-634-1849
• 12 noon-3:30 pm Compassion Society Emergency Food Cupboard, 1881 Fairview St, 905-592-3722

Saturday:

• 9 am-10:30 am, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, Compass Point Bible Church, Food Market, 1500 Kerns Rd, 905-336-0500
• 9 am-11 am Next Door Social Space Toonie Breakfast, 650 Plains Rd E
• 9 am-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E
• 9:30 am-12 noon Open Doors Community Market at St Christopher's Anglican Church, 662 Guelph Line, 905-634-1809

Sunday:

• 12 noon-5 pm Community Fridge, Burlington Public Library Aldershot Branch, 550 Plains Rd E

FOOD VOUCHERS may be available from:

• Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, see listing for phone numbers

FRESH FOOD BOX FOR HALTON PROGRAM
This is not an emergency food program, but allows pre-ordering of fresh fruits and vegetables at below-retail cost, available in different sized boxes

• for details, see full listing here

Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products

COVID19 -- Food bank open, take out meals, indoor dining limited to 20 people at a time

• clothing bank open, accepting donations placed in clear plastic bags, drop off only no pick up services

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Food programs -- hot meal, also bag lunches

Women and Family Ministry -- food and clothing bank by appointment

• for women and their families or single fathers with custody of children
• baby food and formula
• layettes for newborns, household items, bedding, female hygiene products
• supportive counselling and referrals
• Christmas grocery and toy program
• member of Daily Bread Food Bank

Children and youth -- after school clubs

• licensed child care centre -- see separate entry

Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

COVID19 Modified services via phone, email, video calling, or screened on-site services by appointment with enhanced safety protocols

Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email healthcentre@ysm.ca

Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email nmebrahtu@ysm.ca

Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email rroblin@ysm.ca

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Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available

• access to diapers, formula, baby food
• birth control, pregnancy tests
• prenatal care, perinatal services
• prenatal and parenting classes
• immunization
• optometry, eye glasses
• chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
• addictions counselling
• traditional Chinese medicine
• foot care, socks and shoes
• health education and counselling on health issues

Food Bank -- for Aboriginal women and their families

• emergency supply of milk and diapers
• member of Daily Bread Food Bank

The program designed to help children and families from the pre-natal stage to six years of age * offers preparation for parenting and pre-natal and post-natal care * assist all Indigenous families in providing an environment for the healthy development of children through home visits, service coordination, and referrals

Food bank includes 2-3 days supply of unprepared, non-perishable food, appointment required

• grocery bags available once every 2 weeks by family size
• assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
• Cornerstone Families and Bridges assists adults with grocery bags via Care Managers
• call 416-929-9614 ext 3200 to book appointment

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

Take-away meals (Tuesday and Thursday 4 pm-5 pm) and assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear

Food Bank by appointment, Tue-Fri 10 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm (see separate listing)

Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)