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By Michael Reeve

FOOD DRIVE

Rotary Food Drive for Kamloops Food Bank returns Saturday

Sep 22, 2023 | 4:23 PM

KAMLOOPS — The 31st annual fall Rotary Food Drive takes place on Saturday (Sept. 23) in Kamloops and, thanks to support from Canada Post, a new paper bag was delivered to every house in the city this week.

The new recyclable and compostable paper bags replace the classic yellow plastic bags — but the mission remains the same. With need at an all-time high, the Kamloops Food Bank is hoping this weekend’s drive can help fill the empty shelves in their warehouse.

“We are hoping for an increased food drive this year, increased donations. It’s easy. Go in your pantry — we distribute what you have at home. Anything beyond human food like tuna, peanut butter and the standard soup, please put in some pet food or baby items. We serve the entire demographic,” said Food Bank Executive Director Bernadette Siracky.

The Kamloops Food Bank not only serves the local community, but help support nine smaller communities in the region with food security. In recent years, with the Interior devastated by natural disasters, Kamloops has been forced to step up more than ever.

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“We have single moms, we have people who are struggling with physical disability, mental health. We serve everybody at the food bank, we are low barrier. We are able because of this generous city to give people food once a week.”

The filled food drive paper bags should be placed on your front door step before 9:00 a.m. Saturday for collection.