The importance of food security goes far beyond hunger. It affects physical and mental health and the ability to maintain personal relationships and work. Over 1.1 million people – 22% of British Columbians – lack consistent access to sufficient nutritious food. Ensuring British Columbians can get the nourishing, healthy, and culturally preferable food they need is vital to the overall health and well-being of our communities. To help make that happen, United Way British Columbia focuses on the below food security initiatives.
