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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
Sunday 10 am
Groups:
* weekday bible study
* men's breakfast club
* women's Circle of Friends group
* youth group
* choir
* Vacation Bible Camp
* cottage retreats
Community:
Community Dinner open to all
Clothing Room
Rental Facilities:
Hall available for rent * accommodates 180 people seated * kitchen * sound system available upon request * contact church office for details
Oakville: 1-866-844-0252
Office: Georgetown: 905-873-6502
Acton: 519-853-3310
Oakville: 905-844-0252
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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
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
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
This listing summarizes the day-by-day open hours for all food and meal programs in Oakville
- 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
COVID-19 may still be having an impact on service delivery. It is recommended you contact the service agency firs to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.
Weekly Schedule
Monday:
- 9:30 am-2 pm, Fare Share Food Bank, 1240 Speers Road
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (market)
Tuesday:
- 11:30 am-1 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm & 6:30 pm-8 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Wednesday:
- morning, Clearview Christian Reformed Church, 2300 Sheridan Garden Drive
- 9 am-12 noon, Salvation Army Food Bank, 1225 Rebecca St (other times available by appointment only)
- 10 am-2 pm, DAR Foundation, 485 Morden Rd
- 10:15 am-11:30 am, Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre, 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (market)
- 6:30 pm-8:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
Thursday:
- 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (market)
- 2 pm-6:45 pm, Fare Share Food Bank, 1240 Speers Road
- 4 pm-5:30 pm, St.Luke's Anglican Church Palermo, 3114 Dundas Street West
- 6:30 pm-8 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Friday:
- 11:30 am-1 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
- 1 pm-2:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Saturday:
- 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)
Additional Support
Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
- 2200 Sawgrass Dr
- 905-257-6029 ext 101, michelle@opnc.ca
- send an email or call for all supports: food, tax completion, clothing, utility payment support, microloans, household, counselling, budgeting, etc., you will be responded to promptly
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Oakville Public Library, Central Branch
- 120 Navy St, just inside 3rd floor entrance
- Community Food Corner with non-perishable and fresh food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Oakville Public Library, Clearview Branch
- 2860 Kingsway Dr
- Community Food Shelf with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Oakville Public Library, Glen Abbey Branch
- 1415 Third Line
- Community Food Corner with non-perishable food, pet food
- available during branch hours
- view listing
Hope Bible Church
- 500 Great Lakes Blvd
- the Market is open to shop by appointment
- for those who are not able to visit, offering deliveries of Boxes of Hope
- if you would like to make an appointment or request a delivery, please fill out the I Need A Box of Hope form or call the church office at 905-827-4888
- see website for more information
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 Oakville, 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
KSM Café (sit down meals) and Meals to Go
- registration for attending a sit down meal is required as space is limited
- meals are provided by volunteer groups who prepare and serve the meals
- opportunity to fill-up on a nutritious meal, build relationships and enjoy the company of others
Please contact 905-845-7485 or meals@kerrstreet.com if you or your group are interested in serving a meal
Helps local churches and organizations connect with local subsidized housing communities for the purposes of poverty relief and community investment
Food Bank
- weekly food distribution
- food supplied by Food for Life
- fresh food and canned goods are distributed
More than a Meal
- prepared dinners delivered to homeless, elderly shut ins and in special circumstances
Community barbecues and dinners
- coordinates on site summer barbecues and community dinners at subsidized housing sites
- gives the participants opportunities to get to know each other, moving them from loneliness to engagement
Camp Dakota
- an outreach program that serves children and youth who live in subsidized, low income housing communities
- a summer day camp program run in Halton Region and 5 sites in Toronto
- activities include basketball, field hockey, wide games - capture the flag & prisoners base, track and field, soccer, frisbee, hip hop dance, crafts and story time
- all programs are provided at no cost to the camper or the family
- see website for more information
Healing Wheelz
- the bike doctor (Phil Carver) makes house calls and does on site bike clinics to do bike repairs so no kid is without a bike
- if it can't be repaired on site, he'll take it to the shop
- for those who want to learn how, he will provide training to become a bike doctor
Father's House Cafe
- held every Mon evening from 5 pm-9 pm
- a coffee house format, where the atmosphere is warm and inviting, refreshments are served, personal stories and experiences are shared, encouragement is given, prayer is available and the unconditional love of God dispensed
Life Happens
- program helps neighbours living in poverty, connect to community resources through advocacy and referral
Winter outerwear distribution
Christmas toy distribution
Annual fundraiser in May
Crisis: Pastoral Emergencies - Rev Aaron Orear 905-965-1442
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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
Church Services
- Sunday worship
- Youth worship
Community Support Programs
- ClearView FX Nights
- ClearView Community Garden
- ClearView Sports League
- Sheridan Woods Community BBQ
- Wednesday Food Program
- each week, participants receive a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as food staples including eggs, milk, protein and non perishables
- for Clearview area residents
- if you would like food assistance, contact Heather Maat at hmaat@clearviewchurch.com
Youth Groups/Programs
- Nursery (Newborns-3 yrs)
- ClearView Preschool (3-5 yrs)
- ClearView Kids (grades 1 to 5)
- Summer Kids Camp (grades 1 to 5)
- Boys & Girls Clubs (grades 2-8)
- Cadets
- GEMS
- ClearView Youth (grades 6 to 12)
- College & Careers (High School graduates to age 25)
- Youth Band
Adult Groups/Programs
- Men's Gym Night
- Mom's Morning Out
- Friendship Club
- Griefshare
- Creative Sisters
- Senior Circle Coffee Social
- LifeGroups & Discipleship
Rental Facilities:
- a full-sized gym that is suitable for use by organized sport teams
- auditorium, with a seating capacity of 560 (in pew seating) can accommodate large community concert events
- unable to accommodate facility rentals for private functions, social events or parties
- for more information, contact Josie Jager at josie@clearviewchurch.com
St Alban's Anglican Church
* Food for Life prepackage grocery bags
* 19 St Alban's Dr. (Main & Mill)
* 519-853-3583
* Thu, 11:30 am
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Church Services:
Sunday 10:30 am (Eucharist: Book of Alternative Services)
Evensong : fourth Sunday 6:30 pm Book of Common Prayer
Outreach Ministries:
Food for Life - provides free food bags * call to confirm weekly availability
Acton Together Community Dinner/Movie - free dinner and movie open to anyone in the community
Program offers Saturday morning breakfast to the community twice per month.
Community-based volunteer driven programs to help people build relationships across the diversity of income, education, age, ability and health to enhance their capacity for meaningful lives
Offers programs (all are drop-in unless otherwise mentioned) related to:
Food
- Tuesday Dinner: in-person dining, 6 pm
- Seniors Thursday Lunch: in-person dining, 12 noon
- Community Market: Tue 3:30 pm-6 pm and Sat 9:30 am-12 noon
- Community Garden: seasonally harvested food used to prepare community dinners or for pick up in the market
- Seniors' Garden Social: Thu 10 am-11 am during the growing season
Clothing Store
- offers seasonally-appropriate clothing and shoes Tue 3:30 pm-6 pm and Sat 9:30 am-12 noon
- donations of clean, gently-used, seasonal clothing and footwear are accepted Wed and Thu, 9:30 am-4 pm
Seasonal Programs
- Christmas Families: gift giving program for families (registration required)
- Backpack Program: children receive new backpacks and school supplies (registration required)
Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)
- provides assistance in applying using OESP's online application system (by appointment only)
Tuesday Dinner:
- offers a hospitality hour prior to in-person dining
- no pre-registration required
Seniors Thursday Lunch:
- in-person dining
- no pre-registration required
- referral counseling
- befriending
- diapers, clothing, back to school supplies as available,
- toiletries
- gently used clothing
- Wednesday lunch by registration only
- Prayer Shawl Ministry
- Seniors' Potluck Luncheons / Seniors' Christmas Dinner
- food drive (monthly food donations to Chalmers Community Services Centre)
- outreach projects
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Culturally sensitive programming to improve quality of life of Black and Caribbean seniors
- 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
Warm meals served daily
- mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only
Breakfast served daily
Free community drop-in program that offers lunch
- emergency meal bag delivery program available for extenuating circumstances
- food prepared and served by community volunteers
