A city without hunger benefits us all.
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We’re Hiring : Chief Executive Officer

The Ottawa Food Bank is recruiting a Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization at a critical time for our community.   Food bank visits in Ottawa have more than doubled since 2019, with 588,866 visits recorded across our network in the

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Thank you : 2025 Corporate Community Ambassadors!

As we wrap up our 2025 Corporate Community Ambassador Program, we are grateful to corporate groups who are committed to fighting against food insecurity in Ottawa. Their dedication brings us hope and supports our network of 71 agencies that operate 98 food programs

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Giving this Ramadan

February 18 to March 19, 2026 Each year during Ramadan, Muslims around the world fast from sunrise until sunset for 30 days. During Ramadan, Muslims around the world focus on

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Welcome to the Ottawa Food Bank

Everyday we see how hunger affects men, women and children and how it can become a barrier to success. People who come to us have families and jobs to keep with bills to pay. Life is challenging enough. Imagine facing it on an empty stomach.

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The story of the Ottawa Food Bank

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