CBC·3 min read·medium
2 Alberta food banks adopt grocery-style model to give families more choice and dignity
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Two Alberta food banks have transitioned to a grocery-style model that allows clients to choose their own food items rather than receiving pre-packed hampers. This shift aims to provide dignity and a sense of control to individuals experiencing food insecurity.
The Fort Saskatchewan Nourishment Centre recently introduced a grocery-shopping model. Clients still register in advance and get the same amount of food, based on family size. But now, people can choose most of the foods they want, instead of receiving pre-packed hampers.
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