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The Stop

By Phoebe McElligott

The Stop is a non-profit that “strives to increase access to healthy food in a manner that maintains dignity, builds health and community, and challenges inequality”. The Stop has three primary locations and two community gardens, which offer a variety of programs. Emergency drop-in food services are available to everyone and provide food to families…

Not Far From the Tree

By Phoebe McElligott

Not Far From the Tree is a charity that aims to create “healthy, resilient, sustainable and connected communities” by picking and sharing overlooked fruit from trees across Toronto. Sign up: https://portal.notfarfromthetree.org/register Become a Tree Picker By registering as a Fruit Picker member for $10 per season, you will gain unlimited access to fresh, locally-grown fruit…

FoodShare

By Phoebe McElligott

FoodShare is a charity that delivers programs promoting access to fresh produce, encouraging healthy eating, and tackling food insecurity. Their Community-Led Markets sell subsidized produce with the aim of making fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible to communities in Toronto. Community-Led Markets Address: Across Toronto Find out more here: https://foodshare.net/program/markets/ Wholesale Fresh Produce for Organizations FoodShare…