News
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.
COVID-19 Update – A Message for those using our Service
During the COVID 19 crisis the Barrie Food Bank has closed its Morning Drop In program for the immediate future. It is our hope to continue to provide groceries during our Afternoon Grocery Program.
The Food Bank looks to raise 200,000 pounds of food!
The Christmas Holiday Food Drive will kick off on November 30, 2017 with the arrival of the CP Holiday Train at the Midhurst Station on Anne St North arriving at 12:00 noon. For many this is a busy cheerful time with family and friends. Unfortunately this is not the...
New Refrigerated Van donated!
The Barrie Food Bank recently received a cool donation from the Faris Team Realty Brokerage. Mark and Joanna Faris of the Faris Team handed over the keys to a new refrigerated van which will allow the Barrie Food Bank to pick up fresh and frozen products from various...
Bob & Carol Bellamy’s 6th Annual East-End Christmas Food Drive
Bob & Carol Bellamy's 6th Annual East-End Christmas Food Drive December 2, 2017 from 1 pm to 4 pm Location Bob & Carol Bellamy's 103 Vancouver St. Barrie, ON L4M 4M5 Event Description As part of our 31st year of Calendar delivery to the East-End, we are...
180,000 Pound Goal for the Christmas Food Drive !!
The Christmas Holiday Food Drive will kick off on November 29, 2017 with the arrival of the CP Holiday Train at the Midhurst Station on Anne St North arriving at 12:00 noon. For many this is a busy cheerful time with family and friends. Unfortunately this is not the...
Thanksgiving Food Drive
On September 28th our newly designed Thanksgiving Food Bags will be delivered to your home through the Barrie Advance. Thank you for your support. Our goal for this Thanksgiving is 150 000 pounds of food. Our most needed items include Baby Food and formula, large size...
4th Annual Mac and Cheese Dinner
Come and hear Wendel Clark speak about his amazing NHL career. Contact Peter Sundborg 705-725-1818 x4
3rd Annual Mac & Cheese Luncheon
The 3rd Annual Mac & Cheese Luncheon will be held Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at OLG Slots at Georgian Downs. Our guest speaker will be Mayor – General (ret’d ) Lewis MacKenzie, one of the worlds must respected military heroes. Table sponsorships are available for...
CONNECT WITH US
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
