"Greg Cowie, who lives on disability support, says he's been forced to budget creatively to get by after rent, he has about $300 a month for groceries. To make it work, he buys a small roast and slices it into thin steaks to last weeks, alternating with cheaper meals like hot dogs, canned ravioli or rice. Sharing an apartment with a roommate helps reduce household costs."
"Stories like these are playing out across the country, according to Food Banks Canada. The national non-profit, representing over 500 local food banks, released its annual report card on Tuesday, giving Canada a grade of D and detailing a 40 per cent increase in food insecurity in the last two years. More than a quarter of all Canadians are struggling to get the food they need, it says."
Greg Cowie lives on disability support and has about $300 a month for groceries after rent. He stretches food by buying a small roast and slicing it into thin steaks to last weeks, alternating with cheaper meals and sharing an apartment to cut costs. Food Banks Canada reports a 40% increase in food insecurity over two years and that more than a quarter of Canadians struggle to get enough food. Ontario food banks face surging demand, with Toronto's Daily Bread distributing 50 million meals in 2024 versus 10 million four years earlier. Federal programs and housing pledges may help, but impacts will take time to appear.
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