Food security
Supporting our neighbours · All year
Everyone deserves access to food with dignity. Find local support, learn about food insecurity, and explore ways to help.
Educational background comes from linked government sources. Campaign, support and donation details come from the named organizations. Community suggestions and store information are provided by The Golden Bazaar.
Understand the cause
Food support belongs in everyday community life. Whether you are looking for help or are able to offer it, start with trusted information and the organizations working in our region.
Health Canada measures household food insecurity through experiences linked to not having enough money for food. These can include worrying about running out, having fewer food choices, or reducing meals.
People’s circumstances differ. Learning about the issue helps us respond with respect and avoid assumptions about the people seeking support.
The Greater Vancouver Food Bank serves residents of New Westminster, Vancouver, Burnaby and the North Shore. Its registration page explains how to request an appointment and what information is needed.
Follow its current instructions before visiting. The organization’s website is the best place to check registration, distribution locations and schedules.
The Greater Vancouver Food Bank offers direct giving and virtual food drives. Its website explains the available options so you can choose how to contribute.
You can also share the support link with someone who may need it. Ask an organization what it needs before arranging a collection or delivering items.
Trusted resources
Start with the Greater Vancouver Food Bank’s registration information for residents of New Westminster and its other service areas.
Ideas from The Golden Bazaar
Choose to support a cause through the organization’s official website. Learning, sharing resources and giving your time are meaningful ways to take part, too.
Greater Vancouver Food Bank
Donations are made directly on the organization’s website.
The Golden Bazaar does not collect donations.
Donation information comes from the linked organizations. These links do not imply affiliation or endorsement.
Resources reviewed September 30, 2026. Follow each organization’s website for current details.
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