FFP LEADERS SPEAK AT FIRST VIRTUAL AGM RECEPTION

Even in times of great change and difficulty, FFPC supporters and partners came together to support families and communities in the Caribbean and Latin America.  On April 27 2020, Food For The Poor Canada held our first virtual AGM reception via Zoom. We heard directly from the heads of Food For The Poor US and […]

Executive Director speaks about her experience with COVID-19

As the world adjusts to this new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic, Food For The Poor Canada (FFPC) continues to be dedicated, hardworking and committed to the families and communities of the Caribbean and Latin America. We know that it is the vulnerable who will be most heavily impacted by this crisis. For many families […]

FFPC RESPONDS TO COVID-19

In light of the current global pandemic, COVID-19, countries around the world are scrambling to source adequate medical supplies to brace for a surge of patients who will need care. While Canada is aggressively working to address the shortage of medical supplies, many countries are not able to easily source these life-saving supplies. Food For […]

Soup and Layettes shipped to Jamaica

Another shipment is on it’s way to Jamaica thanks to the ongoing support of Canadian donors and the generosity and hard work of our partners, the Ontario Christian Gleaners and the Westover Layette Ladies. On Monday, two FFPC staff members drove to the site of the Ontario Christian Gleaners (OCG) and were thoroughly impressed with […]

we’re hiring: senior project manager position

Food For The Poor Canada is seeking a SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS to provide expertise for our work in the Caribbean and Latin America. Food For The Poor Canada is going through an exciting period of growth; we are in our 11th year working with Canadians for Jamaica, Haiti, Bahamas, Honduras and Guyana. You will […]

A decade of love and care: Top 10 moments with ffpc

What do you love about the work of FFPC?  Thanks to your generosity, over the last decade there have been so many wonderful moments made while working with volunteers, donors, and the families and communities we serve. We are filled with so much joy as we look back on the special moments you helped make […]

Board of Director Opportunity

Food For The Poor of Canada, Inc. is seeking outstanding individuals to join our Board of Directors. In particular, we are seeking individuals with an interest in audit, that are also comfortable reaching out to their network to expand our donor base. Food For The Poor Canada is going through an exciting period of growth; […]

FFPC Celebrates International Day Of Education

“Education is the key mechanism to change lives, and build development. Nothing can do this better.” Mary Metcalfe  What do you remember about your school? The art on the walls? The playground? Your very own desk and hook to hang up your backpack full of notebooks and pencils?  For many students across the Caribbean and […]

Canadian donors continue to rebuild in Haiti 10 years after the earthquake

Ten years ago, on January 12, 2010, a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked the capital Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The earthquake claimed the lives of more than 250,000 individuals and destroyed over 1.3 million homes, forever changing the landscape of Haiti and its people.  Over the last decade, there has been renewed hope and commitment from Canadians […]