Summer Shouldn’t Be Something Children Miss Out On
Food banks provide urgent support to individuals and families facing food insecurity, but long-term solutions require advocacy and systemic change. Discover why donations, community support, and advocacy all play an important role in building a more food-secure future.
Advocacy and Giving: Why Food Banks Need Both Immediate Help and Long-Term Change
Food banks provide urgent support to individuals and families facing food insecurity, but long-term solutions require advocacy and systemic change. Discover why donations, community support, and advocacy all play an important role in building a more food-secure future.
Food Bank Use Is Rising Among Working Families: What That Means for Ontario
Food bank use is rising among working families across Ontario as the cost of living continues to outpace household income. Learn how The Compass supports neighbours through food assistance, meals, advocacy, volunteering, and community programs that help reduce food insecurity in South Mississauga.
A Safer Way to Serve: The Compass Upgrades IT Security to Better Support Mississauga
Canada was instrumental in drafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 76 years ago, yet we have failed to uphold one of its fundamental rights: the right to food. Food Banks Mississauga calls on all levels of government to address the crisis.
The Compass Appoints First Executive Director
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Trish Trapani as our first Executive Director, effective November 1, 2025. The Compass Food Bank & Outreach Centre has experienced tremendous growth, and this appointment will help position this organization for long-term success. Learn more about Trish and our deep commitment to our community.
Letter to the editor of the Toronto Star by Board Member Margaret Ramsay
Canada was instrumental in drafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 76 years ago, yet we have failed to uphold one of its fundamental rights: the right to food. Food Banks Mississauga calls on all levels of government to address the crisis.
How you can help us face the tidal wave of demand
Not only has food bank use risen for the eighth consecutive year, but major food banks have had challenges meeting their Thanksgiving fundraising goals this year. Food banks cannot keep pace with this “tidal wave” of demand as even donors from previous seasons have become clients themselves. Read more about how you can help today.
This Thanksgiving, Help Us Feed Your Neighbours in Need
This Thanksgiving, you can have a meaningful impact in your community by helping us provide for those in need. We’re currently facing a sizable deficit, and the demand for our services continues to grow. See how donations of $25, $50, $100, $150 can help your community.
One Million Food Bank Visitors in One Year
Food bank use is becoming the norm for people who are squeezed by the high cost of rent or the inadequate amount of Ontario Works ($733) and Ontario Disability Benefit payments ($1362). Feed Ontario’s recent report highlights the prevalence and food bank use due to the constant increases in the cost of living.
The Vital Role of Food Banks in Addressing Hunger in Today’s World
Learn how food banks like The Compass address food insecurity in Toronto. Donate food, volunteer, or contribute to help families in need & make a difference.