Searching for Free / Low-cost Meals

The Georgetown and District Ministerial Association operates Community Unity Halton Hills, a combined effort of Georgetown churches to assist families in need whatever their beliefs.

Community Unity provides three main community programs:

• Spring and Fall Yard Clean Up -- Assists individuals and families in need due to age, health or circumstance with seasonal yard clean ups
• Food From the Heart -- Once a month hot, high protein meals are prepared and served at the Georgetown Bread Basket for clients to take home
• Jubilee Care Planners -- Trained community volunteers assess individual situations and make referrals to available help and support

Program enables older adults and adults with a disability to have access to affordable meals in their home * meals include hot meals (Meals on Wheels), frozen meals (Meals on Ice), volunteers taking people to a local restaurant (Wheels to Meals), and Congregate Dining (designated seniors apartment buildings in Acton and georgetown)

Meals on Wheels - Hot or chilled meals delivered by volunteers at lunch Mon-Fri * special diet types available * nutritionally balanced meals * frozen meals can be delivered along with lunch * planned and prepared by certified cooks at Allendale

Meals on Ice - Frozen meal packages delivered by volunteers * orders are required by Fri at 12 noon for Thu delivery to one's home or for pick up at the office * clients choose from a menu or can choose standard packages * special diet types available * entrees, soup/dessert packages also available * available on a weekly basis through the supplier Apetito * suitable meals for diabetic, low fat and or low sodium diets and other special meals

Wheels to Meals - Luncheons held twice a month at a local restaurant, church or community hall * opportunity to get out and socialize with friends * the cost varies by location * transportation is provided by volunteers for a minimal fee

Worship:

• Weekly Worship Service offered in both Georgetown and Glen Williams

Food Programs:

• Food for Life - weekly, free food available to those in need
• Ev's Kitchen - home-cooked lunch held the last Friday of every month except July and August at the Georgetown church. Starts at 11 am with fellowship following at 1 pm

Rental space available, see website for details

Online services available through church YouTube channel

Food for Life ​

• Tuesday am bag delivery​
• Please call 905-877-8323​ to receive a bag - based on availability of volunteers
• Focus is on those with mobility constraints and those with lack of transportation

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Church service:

• Candlelight Service Sun 7:30 pm with weekly guest musician

Groups:

• Rainbows Program for children dealing with grief and/or other difficult situations
• transportation to the church can be arranged
• contact The Rev. Aaron Orear for further details

Food for Life distribution centre - a nonprofit organization that supplies surplus perishable food (baked goods, fruit and vegetables, prepared foods, dairy and meat) free of charge to those in need

Events:

Men w/ Spatulas Community Breakfast

• last Sat of each month
• Sep-May (excluding Dec)
• 8 am-10:30 am
• small charge for meal

Christmas on the Credit bazaar

• annually, first Sat in Dec

Annual Victoria Weekend BBQ with fireworks - Sat
Canada Day BBQ, live entertainment, fireworks - Jul 1 annually

Rental Facilities:

• Hall available for rent
• main parish hall holds 100 people
• Alban House (suitable for small meetings) holds 10-12 people
• to book, contact Louise in the church office during office hours
• facilities available to everyone

• congregate dining
• health, nutrition and well-being workshops
• chair exercise and yoga
• recreation including trips

• mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only

• mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only

This listing summarizes all food bank and meal programs in Milton

• some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
• all community meals are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise specified

It is recommended you contact the service agency first, to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.

Food Banks and Additional Support

Salvation Army, Khi Community

• 820 Nipissing Rd, Unit 4
• continues to distribute food through a Drive-Thru format
• existing food appointments will continue as scheduled, call 905-875-1022 to book your next food appointment
• first time food appointments, call 905-749-4714 to register and book a food appointment
• provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, contact through email info@khicommunity.com or call 905-875-1022
• view listing

Milton Public Library, Beaty Branch

• 945 Fourth Line
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• good food bags are available via Curbside Collection during Beaty Branch Open Hours
• please email information@beinspired.ca call 905-875-2665 ext 3292
• view listing

Milton Bible Church

• 121 Chisholm Drive​, Milton
• 905-876-3586​
• Food for Life Program Thu 12 noon-1 pm, operating as a drive-through program with no need to get out of your vehicle
• view listing

Syyidah Aysha Centre

• 50 Steeles Ave E, Unit 23
• Mon-Thu, 1 pm-5 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am-6 pm
• Milton Halal Food Bank
• offering contactless pick-up and delivery
• to setup an appointment for pick-up or drop-off, please call or message 647-470-3499 or 647-250-5512
• view listing

Tremaine Market

• Country Heritage Park
• 8560 Tremaine Rd., South Entrance
• Wed, 1 pm - 6 pm (No appointment needed)
• Bring your own shopping bags
• For inquiries: tremainemarket@foodforlife.ca
• view listing

Milton Community Resource Centre

• 410 Bronte Street
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• Mon-Fri 8 am - 4 pm
• good food bags available by calling 905-876-1244 to schedule a pickup
• view listing

Food for Life - Delivery Program

• available to those who are isolating/quarantined for medical reasons, and/or seniors who have been told to stay at home
• individuals are welcome to reach out to 905-635-1106 ext 7, or goodfood@foodforlife.ca, where staff will discuss their situation, and direct them to the most appropriate food resource
• view listing

Society of St Vincent de Paul

• refer to the Halton Council website to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly
• view listing

Canadian Muslim Response Network

• designed to especially help those who may be more vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus and to the effects of self-isolation
• delivering various kits containing essential groceries, as well as hygiene and sanitation products, to seniors and families in dire needs
• if you require help during the COVID-19 crisis, or know someone who does, click here
• view website
  

Meal Delivery

Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served

• For a list of meal delivery services serving Milton, see here

Ontario Community Support Association

• helping isolated, low-income seniors and people with disabilities and chronic medical conditions across Ontario get meals, groceries, medicine and other essentials to stay safe at home during COVID-19
• delivery of nutritious meals accompanied by a safety check
• delivery of supplies such as groceries or prescription medication
• for more information, see here
• view listing

Worship Services:

• Sun 8 am early liturgy, said eucharist
• Sun 10 am main liturgy, sung eucharist and Kids' Spirit and TiGERs youth group (available online through Zoom and Youtube)
• Thu 10 am midweek liturgy, said eucharist
• assists in the general welfare of the community

Community Dinner:

• first Thursday of every month 5 pm-6:30 pm (will commence January 2023)
• no cost but free will offerings accepted
• call 905-878-2411 for more information

• entry level food service skills training for newcomer youth who want to work in the culinary sector
• low cost weekly lunch
• community gardening

• Various church groups and activities - visit website for more information and What's On page for updates to monthly activities
• Messy Church - interactive family oriented evening with crafts, songs and Bible stories; includes nutritious dinner (free event)
• Community Dinner (no cost, voluntary contributions accepted)
• Garden area available for quiet reflection
• Church hall with kitchen facilities available for rent

• choir
• United Church Women
• occasional children's programs
• Seniors and Friends Lunch
• study group with minister

• Citizens' Climate Lobby, Canada
• Transition Erin events
• new home of Erin Radio, 91.7 FM
• Alcoholics Anonymous meetings
• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meetings

• Weekly Choir, Chime Choir
• bi-weekly Coffee Connections for Men
• Tea and Talk for Women
• Monthly Country Breakfast
• Faith Food Friendship and Fun
• community partnerships and outreach

• referral counseling
• befriending
• diapers, clothing, back to school supplies as available,
• toiletries
• gently used clothing
• Wednesday lunch by registration only

• boxed lunches, personal hygiene kits and items such as socks, gloves and hats are provided as needed
• community lunch
• information sessions and workshops
• Homeless Health Peel Nurse on site Tuesday 10 am-12 noon
• Region of Peel Housing Support worker on site Thursday, 10 am-12 noon
• Library Outreach Worker is on site to assist clients

• Sunday School
• youth group
• United Church Women
• Men's Breakfast
• Seniors Lunch
• Seniors Afternoon Out (cards)
• early morning Bible study
• choir and band
• Hootenanny (open mic nights)

A Hindu Temple built in a style similar to the temples of India

• main deity of the Temple is Goddess Vaishnodevi, also called Maa or mother
• services held mainly in Hindi and Punjabi, sometimes in Sanskrit and English
• special ceremonies on Hindu religious festivals
• provides religious, spiritual and social services to Hindu community
• everyone is welcome
• free Hindu vegetarian food is served every Tue and Sun evening
• Priest services for individual religious or social ceremonies
• yoga classes

Groups:

• Seniors from Oakville, Burlington and Mississauga meet in the Temple
• youth groups
• Temple operated classes for Hindi language learning, classical Indian music and classical Indian dances
• age appropriate programs for children and youth

Rental Facilities:

• religious functions only
• capacity of 300 people
• can serve only Hindu vegetarian food (no fish, meat or eggs)
• full kitchen facilities
• 54 TV, DVD/VCR and closed circuit cameras available
• no dancing or alcohol
• parking available
• must make a donation to rent