Fuelling Hope

For new clients seeking assistance from our Food Bank, the process is straightforward.

No referrals are necessary – just give us a call to schedule a brief 15-minute intake interview. Once the interview is completed, you'll receive approximately one week's worth of groceries to help meet your immediate needs.

However, for new food bank clients, we kindly ask that you provide provincial health cards for all household members as well as proof of address. Acceptable proof of address can include power bills, rent receipts, or leases. We want to ensure we can best assist you.

Besides the essential food support, our clients are welcome to access clothing and household items from our retail store at no cost with a voucher. Your well-being is important to us, and we're here to help in every way we can.

  • Sun: Closed

    Mon: 9:30 am – 12:45 pm

    Tue: 9:30 am – 12:45 pm

    Wed: 9:30 am – 12:45 pm

    Thur: 6:00pm – 7:45 pm

    Fri: 9:30 am – 12 :45pm

    Sat: Closed

    *Closed when HRCE schools are closed due to inclement weather.

  • How do I register for the food bank?

    New food bank clients must provide provincial health cards for all household members as well as a proof of address. Power bills, rent receipts and leases are good examples of acceptable proof of address. In addition to food, clients are provided with some clothing and household items in the retail store at no cost..

    The following must be provided on your first visit:

    Health cards for ALL people in the household (these are not recorded)

    Date of birth of each family member

    Proof of address - a power bill, lease or rent receipt with your address are good examples of proof of address

    How often can I receive assistance from the food bank?

    Beacon House allows for a food order every thirty days. Your health card should be presented as a form of identification each time you visit.

    What is in a food order?

    We use guidelines prepared by Feed Nova Scotia. This allows for protein, fruits and vegetables, as available, to be placed in each order. Canned goods and cereal are also included. Your order size is determined by the number of people in your household.

    Can I receive assistance for clothing and other supplies?

    Clients receive one clothing voucher every 3 months (each quarter) to be used in the Beacon House retail store. Vouchers can be used ONLY in the month they are issued. Any unused vouchers must be given to the cashier within the month they were issued. The food bank can reissue the voucher, but clients must present identification and take a number.

  • Each elementary school-aged member of the family is eligible to receive a backpack filled with school supplies each fall. The program runs from mid-August to mid-September. *Must be registered with the Food Bank to qualify for this program.

  • Special coat vouchers for use in the thrift store are available to receive winter coats for each family member and can be requested at the Food Bank.

    * This program runs from October to March each year

Donations

Beacon House Food Bank’s TOP 10 MOST WANTED

  1. Mayonnaise

  2. Pasta Sauce

  3. Juice Boxes

  4. Cookies

  5. Granola Bars

  6. Fruit Cups

  7. Kraft Dinner

  8. Canned Beans in Tomato Sauce

  9. Diapers Sizes 4, 5, 6 (we have lots of small sizes)

  10. Shampoo/Conditioner

We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations. Your kindness directly impacts lives in our community, making a significant difference. Thank you for your support.

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