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Government of Canada funds Second Harvest and Food Banks Canada for food security

2 reports, 1 independent Updated Jun 11
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What happened

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The Government of Canada announced the initial recipients of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund: Community Support Stream. Second Harvest and Food Banks Canada were named as the first recipients, each receiving up to $10 million in funding. This action is part of the National Food Security Strategy, which Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on June 11, 2026.

From bignewsnetwork.com

Why it matters

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The allocation of the $20-million fund supports efforts to strengthen food security across Canada. This funding is backed by a larger $3.2 billion, 10-year strategy aimed at improving domestic self-sufficiency.

From bignewsnetwork.com

Who's involved

  • Second HarvestCanadian charitable organization receiving federal funding for food distribution.
  • Mark CarneyPrime Minister who announced the National Food Security Strategy.
  • Government of CanadaFederal government providing the Local Food Infrastructure Fund.

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  • Second HarvestSpeculative

    Second Harvest could increase its operational capacity for food distribution through the federal funding.

  • CostcoSpeculative

    Costco might see increased demand for supplies due to the strengthening of food relief networks.

  • Food LifelineSpeculative

    Food Lifeline could see increased demand for supplies as food relief networks strengthen.

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