One of the programs your Mission and Service gifts support is Food for the North.
Credit: Cheryl Jourdain/The United Church of Canada
Thanksgiving is a time when many of us come together with loved ones, enjoying the abundance of food that graces our tables. It’s a time that reminds us of the blessings we have received. Yet, as we give thanks for our own blessings, it’s important to remember that many others, both here in Canada and around the world, are struggling with food insecurity. Your generous support through Mission and Service is making a difference by helping feed thousands of people in need.
One of the programs your Mission and Service gifts support is Food for the North, which serves Canada’s most remote northern communities. Food is not just scarce there but also incredibly costly. According to the federal government, back in 2019, the average Canadian family of four spent an average of $1,000/month on groceries. But in Nunavut, that same family would have to spend $1,600/month to get the same amount of food. And that was five years ago—imagine how much worse things are now! Your contributions ensure that these families have access to affordable and nutritious food, changing lives and offering hope in a time of growing need.
This Thanksgiving, as you gather with your family, please know how deeply grateful we are for your support. Your gifts through Mission and Service extend far beyond your own table, reaching into the homes of those who would otherwise go without. Together, we are not just providing meals—we are sharing the love and compassion of our faith with those who need it most. Thank you for making such a profound impact. Have a blessed Thanksgiving.