Searching for Free / Low-cost Meals

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 first 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)
• 6:15 pm-7:30 pm (sit down meal - Family Fun Night - adults must be accompanied by a child)

Tuesday:

• 11:45 am-12:50 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
• 1 pm-2:30 pm & 6 pm-7:30 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 (meals to go & market)
• 6:15 pm- 7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal - adults only)

Thursday:

• 10 am-11:30 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & 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 pm-7:30 pm, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (meals to go & market)

Friday:

• 11:45 am-12:50 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:

• 9 am - 9:50 am, Kerr Street Mission, 485 Kerr St (sit down meal)
• 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
• view listing

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

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

Christian outreach centre serving people equally from all cultures and religions, providing assistance and referral by appointment only

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

Boxed lunches offered on first come first served basis

Resource and information centre to support and empower individuals and families who unhoused or experiencing mental health issues or both

• 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

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

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

Free community drop-in program that offers lunch

• emergency meal bag delivery program available for extenuating circumstances
• food prepared and served by community volunteers

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

Community Lunch
First, third and fifth Wednesday of each month, Oct-May, 11:30 am

• free, drop in
• all members of the public welcome

Food for Life Neighbourhood Food Program (for more information on Food for Life see separate listing here)
Tue, 9:45 am-11 am

Fresh Food Box for Halton
First and third Tuesday of each month

COVID19 -- Tue 12 noon-3 pm, Thu 12 noon-2 pm, frozen meals/take-out only

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Soup kitchen with hot meals, meals on wheels delivery

Community and family services

• food bank
• weekly breakfast and lunch
• parent and child program
• after school club

Christmas assistance program -- must call for appointment

Programs focus on social, skill, and spiritual development and are offered in a supportive environment

Programs include:

• Tuesday drop-in adult crafting
• Wednesday women's coffee hour
• Thursday free drop-in lunch
• Saturday toonie breakfast
• ball hockey: ages 7-12
• ESL
• community garden
• community cooking
• Rolling Horse Community Cycle bike sales and repairs, see full listing here

Certified commercial kitchen and space rental available, contact for more information

Hot lunch

COVID19 -- dine in hot meal, masks required

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Hot meal including tea or coffee, entrance through Gate 3

Information and referral to community and social services

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this program has been suspended until further notice.

Program offers Saturday morning breakfast to the community twice per month.

COVID19 -- meals -- grab and go (take out)

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

​Warm meals served daily

COVID19 -- grab and go (take out)

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

Breakfast served daily

COVID19 -- contact organization for service updates

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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

Hot meal served -- dine in or takaway options available

Hot meal served -- dine in or takeaway options available