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Some highlights from 2025 -2026: thanks to all our donors for helping us achieve our goals!
Impact Report
Each year, Barrie Food Bank reflects on the impact we’ve made together with our community. Our 2024 Impact Report highlights the difference your support has made — from the number of individuals and families served to the programs and partnerships that help us fight hunger with dignity and compassion.
Take a look at our 2024 Impact Report and see how, together, we’re building a stronger, more caring community.
Arif Khan speaks to Karen Shuh, the Executive Director of the Barrie Food Bank, about the services they provide to those in need locally
January 2026 – Learn what’s happening, the reality facing our community, and why supporting Barrie Food Bank matters.
IN OTHER NEWS
May 2024 – We are proud to announce that we have received accreditation from the Food Banks Canada Standards of Excellence program, the first food bank in Ontario to earn this accredation!
This program sets the foundation for a stronger and more agile food banking system, which means we can provide even better service to those in need. It also offers an opportunity for us to learn and innovate together, challenging the status quo and making a greater collective impact on food insecurity across Canada.
Barrie Food Bank Unveils New Refrigerated Van to Expand Student Nutrition Program and Food Recovery Efforts
Barrie Food Bank Unveils New Refrigerated Van to Expand Student Nutrition Program and Food Recovery Efforts Barrie, ON – April 1, 2026 — Barrie Food Bank will unveil its new refrigerated van and custom graphics on Tuesday, April 7 at 10:00 a.m., marking a...
Brightening Our Warehouse with Feed Ontario’s Support!💫
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from Barrie Food Bank! Thanks to the generous Feeding Fundamentals! grant from Feed Ontario, we’ve upgraded the lighting in our warehouse. This improvement may seem small, but it has a big impact on our operations. Brighter,...
Barrie Food Bank Launches “Spring to Action” Campaign to Support Growing Community Need
Barrie Food Bank Launches “Spring to Action” Campaign to Support Growing Community Need Barrie, ON — February 24, 2026 — While winter still has a firm grip on Barrie, Barrie Food Bank is already looking ahead and preparing for the months when donations traditionally...
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Raises $134,518.74 for Barrie Charities Amid Rising Community Need
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Raises $134,518.74 for Barrie Charities Amid Rising Community Need Barrie, ON – December 11, 2025 – The Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign once again demonstrated the power of community generosity, raising an impressive...
Barrie Food Bank Launches “Close the Gap” Holiday Campaign
Barrie Food Bank Launches “Close the Gap” Holiday Campaign Goal: $1.16 Million and 580,000 Pounds of Food Needed to Meet Growing Demand Barrie, ON — Today, Barrie Food Bank kicks off its 2025 Holiday Campaign, “Close the Gap,” with an ambitious goal of raising $1.16...
Barrie Food Bank selected as a Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie charity recipient in Barrie as local food insecurity continues to grow
Barrie Food Bank selected as a Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie charity recipient in Barrie, as local food insecurity continues to grow BARRIE, November 6, 2025 – From November 17 to 23, Tim Hortons is kicking off the holiday season with smiles and kindness, with a...
THANKS for GIVING Generously: Barrie Food Bank Launches Thanksgiving Campaign to Support Families in Crisis
THANKS for GIVING Generously: Barrie Food Bank Launches Thanksgiving Campaign to Support Families in Crisis This Thanksgiving, Barrie Food Bank is saying “THANKS for GIVING generously!” as it launches its annual Thanksgiving Campaign. With a goal of raising $250,000...
🎙️ Ontario Morning with Nav Nanwa and Karen Shuh🎙️
Ontario Morning with Nav Nanwa Our Executive Director, Karen Shuh, joins host Nav Nanwa to celebrate 40 years of serving the community. Tune in to hear how the Barrie Food Bank has supported individuals and families over the past four decades and how, together, we can...
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We are located at:
42 Anne St S, Unit 2, behind Pioneer Pools
Client Food Service Hours:
Mondays 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (last entry for Marketplace shopping is 4:15 p.m.)
Tuesdays – No Client Service
Wednesdays 11:00 a.m to 6:30pm (last entry for Marketplace shopping is 6:15 p.m.)
Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m (last entry for Marketplace shopping is 6:15 p.m.)
Fridays 11:00 to 4:30pm (last entry for Marketplace shopping is 4:15 p.m.)
Holiday Hours:
CLOSED – May 18, 2026 – Victoria Day – Holiday
Warehouse Receiving & Office Hours & Donations:
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Barrie Food Bank
MOST NEEDED ITEM LIST – SUMMER 2025
*retail sizes preferred over club sizes for client equity.”
- Breakfast Cereal and Oatmeal
- Children’s Lunch Snacks: BearPaws, Nut Free Granola Bars, Juice Boxes
- Peanut Butter and Nut Butters
- Canned Fruits & Vegetables
- Canned Soups & Stews
- Canned Proteins: Salmon, Ham, Chicken, Tuna
- Dry & Canned Beans, Lentils, & Legumes
- Pasta, Pasta Sauces, & Canned Tomatoes
- Rice
- High Protein Shakes
- Diapers (sizes 4-6) & Wipes
- Baby Formula & Baby Food
- Personal Care Items: Bar soap, Toothpaste, Deodorant, Shampoo, Toilet Paper










