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Frequently asked questions

How often can we use the food bank's services? You can get a food hamper up to 7 times a year, and they must be spaced 30 days apart.
When can i get a food hamper? You can get a hamper from 9am to 12:00 noon Monday to Friday.
Do you receive government funding? we do not receive core funding from any level of government.
Are all your staff paid? Most of our staff are volunteers, but we have a team of three paid people to ensure things run smoothly.
How do you pay for day-to-day expenses? All of our services are paid by donations from the community.
Paperwork needed to receive a food hamper: You MUST bring your Sask health card for each member in your household. As well as a piece of mail that has a current date from the past 4 to 6 weeks with your name, address and date on it. Or you will be sent home to retrieve paperwork!
What if i don't have a Sask health card? You may not have a Sask health, we understand that there is many reasons why you may not. Please call us to go over your options and how we can help you.

Why are there expired cans in my hamper? Expiry Dates. According to Canada's labelling laws, they are for milk products such as baby formula, meal replacements and nutritional supplements.
Best Before Dates are the manufacturers guide to best flavour and freshness. There are no best before date standards in Canada. It is left up to the manufacturer to guestimate the date. If you store the cans in a cool, dry place, they can last from two to five years. Check the can's condition if there are bulges, leaks or rust on the cans, throw them out. Dented cans don't have to be thrown out unless they leak or are rusted. If all else fails, open the can a bit and smell the contents. if they smell bad, don't use the contents.
Use By is for fresh yeast products only and is typically marked as a best before date.