'I can't afford food': Thousands of Calgarians seek help at produce giveaway

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Thursday brought with it proof thousands of Calgarians are struggling under the weight of rising inflation, a housing crisis and high interest rates.

Some say without help, they won't be able to feed themselves much longer."I'm going through a lot, especially with rent increases and with produce and gas prices. It's a struggle and every dollar counts."The produce event was part of the work done byEven with limited marketing, thousands were still drawn to the Westwinds LRT -- some waiting in line for hours for a chance to get needed help.

"I don't have the data for the month of June at hand, but when I look at the month of May, a 52 per cent increase in the number of households that we provided food for from 2022 to 2023.Right now, the food bank supports about 35,000 Calgarians in need.

 

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