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Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- this service is based on donations, so not all items are available at all times
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
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
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
- 11 am-6 pm 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-11:30 am 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
- 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
- 11 am-6 pm Food for Life Mountainside Market, 2258 Mountainside Drive, 905-635-1106
- 12 noon-1 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, monthly Sep-Jun (see website for dates), Calvary Baptist Church Seniors Lunch, 2458 St Frances Dr, 905-336-7332
- 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 (second Saturday only in December), Compass Point Bible Church, Food Market, 1500 Kerns Rd, 905-336-0500
- 9 am-11 am Next Door Social Space Community 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
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
Services include:
- counselling and referrals
- assistance in finding accommodation
- free diapers and formula (when donations allow)
- free maternity and baby clothes (newborn to 2 years)
- free pregnancy testing
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Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- this service is based on donations, so not all items are available at all times
- food including halal options
- diapers and formula for families with age appropriate children
Community -- programs including Men's Group, Women's Group, Refresh
Employment -- job search assistance and resume/interview preparation
Information and referral services -- assistance in accessing resources in the community help to access benefits,housing, eviction prevention, addictions counselling and referrals to drug rehabilitation, free or low-cost furniture, clothing, eye-glasses
Member of the Mississauga Food Bank
Emergency services and grocery support for youth in the Hamilton community. Provides food, clothing, baby products, and hygiene items. Also offers nutrition and budgeting programs as well as referrals to Living Rock's Wellness Works Coordinator.
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
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
Counselling and Case management
Individual counselling and information, advocacy support and systems navigation, and referrals to other services about sexuality, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting
- support with form filling and applications
- wraparound support and information on pregnancy options, personal goal setting, relationships and personal challenges
Food Program and Practical Help
Warm meals available, including light breakfast and lunch for participants, their supports and children during drop-in hours; also supper available Monday and Tuesday
- Food Connect Program monthly access to essential food items for 12 participants experiencing food access challenges, includes referrals to community food programs
- Swap Shop includes access to free donated items such as baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books and small household items
- emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, menstrual products
- free Presto tickets for public transit to/from Jessie's Centre
Health Services
Individual health counselling for participants and their children
- onsite access to health promotion specialist
- weekly access to family doctor
- specialized prenatal and postpartum classes
- free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, nutrition, feeding supplies, health products
- health care navigation including referrals to doulas, midwives, primary care providers
Housing Support
Range of services to assist in finding and maintaining affordable housing
- assistance with social housing applications and special priority applications
- private market rent searches
- income supports assistance
- housing stabilization and eviction prevention
- conflict resolution and safety planning
- support with landlords for viewings and interviews
- accompaniment on request
- advocacy, education and information on tenants rights and responsibilities
Jessie's School Program
Access to secondary school credits from grades 9-12 and preparation for integration into mainstream and alternative schools and post-secondary education
- information on scholarship opportunities
Parenting Supports and Groups
Counselling, information, guidance, referrals and development screening
- Parent-Child Centre (PCC) includes parenting skills support, mentoring, parent and child activities and events; childminding available onsite for participants
- groups include prenatal and postnatal support, Nobody's Perfect parenting groups, and Girls Circle personal development groups
- emergency supply of milk and diapers
- member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Office: 416-929-9614 ext 3200
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- 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)
Office: 416-929-9614 ext 3200
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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)
Women and Family Food and Clothing Bank: 416-923-3916
Donation Line: 416-923-2400
Volunteering: 416-923-8872 ext 240
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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)
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Advances the dignity and well being of children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS by providing:
- practical support including access to infant formula, diapers, Welcome Baby Bag, food hampers, grocery vouchers, TTC tokens for medical appointments, new winter clothing, toys and gift cards for children and youth
- counselling and case management, family and child support groups, external referrals, and resources for children and their families around HIV
- overnight camp for children
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
Haven's Closet -- selection of seasonal clothing
First Care -- for pregnant women and parents of newborns to age 2
- provides diapers and baby food, food aid, clothing and support
Hope with Wheels -- mobile outreach van providing food, hygiene products, sleeping bags twice a week to homeless in downtown Toronto and once a week in Etobicoke
- hot lunch two Sundays a month at St Margaret's Anglican Church -- see separate listing
- provides food, hygiene kits, friendly visits and calls, social events and referrals to other services
- immunization and screening for communicable diseases
- health education programs
- family and child health
- sexual health
- injury prevention
- environmental health
- physical activity
- public health standards enforcement
- walk-ins welcome
- member of North York Harvest Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank
- formula and diapers depending on availablity
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