Tag: Food insecurity canada

According to Statistics Canada data from the Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS), 12.7% of households experienced food insecurity in 2017-2018, which is lower than the often-cited one in five statistic. This represented 4.4 million people across the country, with significant variations among provinces and territories.

In March 2024, Canadian food banks reported over 2 million visits, the highest number in their history. Despite being a wealthy, food-producing nation, a significant portion of the population faces food insecurity. So, why is there so much food insecurity in Canada, and what are the root causes of this growing problem?

In March 2024, visits to Canadian food banks surpassed two million in a single month, marking the highest number in history and highlighting a worsening food situation in Canada. This critical issue is driven by a confluence of factors, including persistent food price inflation, inadequate incomes, and soaring housing costs.