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While Canada is a major agricultural producer, recent data shows that nearly 10 million Canadians struggle with food insecurity. The roots of this issue are complex, but awareness of widespread food insecurity as a contemporary problem in Canada largely emerged during the economic recession of the early 1980s.

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?