Calgary Food Bank referrals available through phone (403) 253-2055.
- Switched to Drive-Thru Model - Distribution shifts will be in half-hour increments from 8:30am – 10:30am primarily for agency pickups (15 hampers/shift) with a few client pickups (5 hampers/shift) and 10:30am – 7:00pm for clients only, with a maximum of 20 hampers/shift. Clients MUST arrive in their assigned pick-up window!
- Hamper distribution at satellite locations is currently OPEN to limited locations. Centre Street Church (Mon, Tue, Thurs), Eastside Victory Outreach (Tue, Wed, Thurs), Deer Park United Church (Thurs), Heritage (Sat). Hamper distribution at these locations DOES NOT follow a drive-thru model of distribution but social distancing protocols have been implemented.
- Care Connect is offering deliveries that can be scheduled as before, however wait times may be longer (403) 264-2636.
Fresh Routes Emergency Delivery Baskets
- Limited number of food boxes that will be delivered for free for those in emergency financial situations. Fill out online form www.freshroutes.ca or Call Steve at (403) 249-8350
Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids
- $20 grocery gift card for every child who has recently received a free lunch at school through Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids. Visit https://bb4ck.org/help/ or https://bb4ck.org/ and click the green "Need Food Support" button at the top. This will require families to complete information online so that the gift card can be mailed to you.
Calgary Co-Op is offering Care Packages
- Non-perishable food essentials, free of charge, to anyone required to be quarantined as directed by a public health agency. These care packages are available until April 15 and will be delivered to those affected in the Calgary-area. To request a care package, please contact memberengagement@calgarycoop.com or by calling (403) 219-6064. You will need to provide your name, address, phone number and the start date of your quarantine, as well as your closest Co-op
Blackfoot Confederacy
- The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council is providing food hampers for elders, people with disabilities and low income for Blackfoot Confederacy members that are residing in Lethbridge and Calgary. Call (587) 287-1100 http://blackfootconfederacy.ca
Aboriginal Friendship Centre-
- Has small hampers available at this time and can deliver, case by case. Call (403)270-7379
Youth Centres of Calgary
- Free bag lunches from 11am-1pm, March 23- June, All ages. Lunches are ready for pick up on the steps, no need to wait (403) 850-7884. Address is 7400 23 St SE
Deer Park United Church
- Food bags are delivered to households in SW and SE on Thursdays, Food bank referrals can be completed as well. Email stewartmckee@dpuc.ca or call (403) 278-8263
Dahmesh Culture Centre
- The kitchen is open to Calgarians who “require a hot, vegetarian meal, free of charge.” The Gurdwara will supply a meal to anyone in need each day between 9 a.m., and 6 p.m. Volunteers will also deliver meals to those in self-isolation within a 5-kilometre radius. (403) 590-0970. Address is 135 Martindale Blvd NE.
Salvation Army Community Centre Still open.
- Forest Lawn Location: Emergency Food, Formula, and Food Bank Referrals. By Appointment Only. Community Support Services 1826 36 Street SE (403) 220-0432 cssinfo@salvationarmycalgary.org
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul -
- Provides emergency food hampers from various churches across the city. Call (403) 250-0319
Alberta 211
- Access to an entire network of community, social, health and government services.
- Can be accessed via the telephone (dial 211) or by the website. https://www.ab.211.ca/
Made by Momma-
- Pre-made meals and baby items for Pregnant, Mothers of New Borns, Moms of Babies/Toddlers. Please send in an online form. Made by Momma does not have a staffed phone line. https://madebymomma.org/what-we-offer
Siksika Covid-19 Response-
- Contact (403) 734-5706 for information regarding food resources available to community members
Kerby Centre’s Thrive Program: (403) 234-6571 or (403) 705-3222
- Grocery shopping for seniors who are 55+, low income, and are not able to shop.
- Income cap of $26,500/single or $38,000/couple, to be determined by Line 150 on the client’s Notice of Assessment.
Shoppers Drug Mart
- The first opening hour of shopping at their stores is open to customers who need special considerations and assistance, such as seniors and people living with disabilities. Check nearest store for store times.
- They also offer a 20% Seniors Day Discount for the first hour of each day every day. This is in addition to Seniors Day each Thursday.
