Feed NB receives $1.5M from provincial government

The Government of New Brunswick is spending $1.5 million in additional funding for Feed NB, a non-profit organization.

The funding will go towards supplying food banks across the province.

“This investment is about addressing the growing demand at food banks and ensuring no one is left behind,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Gilles LePage, who is also minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation. “By supporting Feed NB, we are helping thousands of New Brunswickers access the healthy food they need.”

The Regional Development Corporation is providing the funding to offset the rising costs of food associated with tariffs and increased demand at food banks, a news release from the province said.

“On behalf of Feed NB and our partner agencies, I want to thank the provincial government for recognizing the urgent need in our communities,” said Stéphane Sirois, the organization’s executive director. “This funding will allow us to continue supplying food banks and community kitchens across the province with the healthy food people depend on. By working together, we can make sure New Brunswick families have the support they need.”

Feed NB distributes food to 67 partner agencies across the province, including food banks and community kitchens.

“We appreciate Feed NB’s commitment to purchasing locally sourced food and beverages directly from farmers and producers for food banks across the province,” said Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries Minister Pat Finnigan. “Our department is committed to supporting the important role of our food and beverage industry in this initiative.”

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