Families are facing challenges due to the impact of COVID-19. Many parents are out of work and as families face increased financial strain, keeping food on the table is difficult. At the same time, the cost of food has risen, and will continue to rise*, as the economy begins to recover, putting even more stress on struggling families and their children.
Whether learning in-school or at home, access to nourishing food is crucial for children.
*For more information on rising food costs, click here:
https://www.thestar.com/business/2021/02/17/food-prices-set-to-rise-as-economy-recovers-from-covid-experts-say.html