Affordable Food
If you are struggling to provide for yourself and/or your family, you can access food banks, hampers and meal programs to help you meet your basic needs.
- Emergency Food Programs in Waterloo Region
- Food Banks in Waterloo Region
- Healthy Eating on a Budget
- Best Buys: Using Canada's food guide
Health impacts of food insecurity
Research shows that adequate income to purchase nutritious food is critical to maintaining good health. Food insecurity is linked with poorer nutritional intake and multiple chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, as well as poor mental health. Food insecurity early in life has been linked with poor outcomes related to quality of life. In children, good nutrition is essential for the development of a healthy body and mind.
Other resources
For information about the cost of healthy eating, where to find emergency and low-cost food, and how to plan your meals and shop to suit your budget check the resources below.
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