Access to food
Use our Calgary community food map and/or download a list of locations to find access to no-cost and low-cost food locations.
City of Calgary Food Action Plan - CalgaryEats!
Learn more about the CalgaryEATS! Food Action Plan and The Food Resilience Program.
Contact for support
Contact 211
If you need support and resources, please reach out to 211 via phone, text or online chat. A Community Resource Specialist can work with you to see what community resources and services are available and work to get you connected with support.
Contact information
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Phone or text: 211
Website: www.ab.211.ca
No-cost programs
Calgary Food Bank
Please call to request your emergency food hamper or book online: https://www.calgaryfoodbank.com/needfoodform/ . You must book your hamper ahead of time because distribution is by appointment only.
Contact Information
- Phone: 403-253-2055
- Phone Line Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:15 a.m. – 7p.m. and Friday 8:15 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hampers can be picked up at our main location (5000 11 St. S.E.) or a satellite location.
Satellite Locations: Please refer to the website or phone for more details.
- Eastside Victory Outreach Centre
- Fish Creek United Park
- First Alliance Church
- The Mustard Seed (Downtown)
- Supernatural Life Centre
- Thornhill Baptist Church
- Centre Street Church
- Genesis Centre
- Oasis of Grace
- Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
- Westview Baptist Church
- Silvera for Seniors
- Skyview Community Church
- Salvation Army - Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre
- Grace Presbyterian Church
- Lincoln Park
- St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
Alex Community Food Centre
The Alex Community Food Centre delivers innovative and accessible health and social services to Calgary's most vulnerable.
Learn more about Alex Community Food Centre programs.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-455-5792
- Email: goodfood@thealex.ca
- Website: https://thealexcfc.ca/
The Salvation Army Community Services
No-cost, emergency food hampers are available with up to two days' worth of non-perishable food and hygiene items. Additional items can be requested including diapers, wipes and formula for infants or toddlers.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-220-0432
- Email: CSCalgary.Info@salvationarmy.ca
- Website: salvationarmycalgary.org
Dashmesh Culture Centre
Hot meals
No-cost, hot vegetarian meals and non-perishable goods are available for take-out.
Food bank
No-cost, non-perishable food and hygiene items available for pick-up (i.e. pasta, sauce, beans, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.). Donations also accepted.
Contact information
Everyone is welcome to visit in person to receive food security services. If you are unable to visit in-person, please email Food@Dashmesh.ca
- Hours: Daily, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Phone: 403-590-0970
- Email: info@dashmesh.ca
- Website: www.dashmesh.ca
- Location: 135 Martindale Blvd N.E.
Al-Qaim Foundation
No-cost food hampers and basic needs items are available to Calgarians in financial need. Delivery is available. Call to request service.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-999-4614
- Email: info@al-qaim.org
North East Family Connections
Offering support city-wide support including connection to food sources, basic needs relief and over-the-phone support/check-ins as well - foodbank referrals, Good Food Box, and navigating free food access across the city. Also offering other basic needs support like furniture and clothing from our donations and referrals to WINS; DI free goods program; and Interfaith Furniture.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-293-0424
- Email: info@nefcs.ca
- Open: Monday - Friday Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Veterans Association Food Bank
No-cost food hampers available to military veterans, RCMP veterans, those currently serving and their families. Phone to arrange a hamper.
Contact information
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m
Sunday: closed - Phone: 403-367-8387
- Website: https://veteransassociationfoodbank.ca/food-support
Veterans Food Bank of Calgary
Veterans and first responders are able to select food to take home every 2 weeks. Phone to arrange delivery.
Contact information
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Summer, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. - Phone: 403-277-8387
- Email: info@theveteransfoodbankofcalgary.ca
- Website: www.theveteransfoodbankofcalgary.ca
Calgary Seniors' Resource Society
Offers supports and programs for seniors
- Volunteer Drop Offs (food, supplies, etc.)
- Pet Assist (food deliveries, pet care, etc.)
Contact information
- Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Phone: 403-266-6200
- Website: calgaryseniors.org for general information
- Website for grocery resources is: https://www.calgaryseniors.org/grocery-resources
Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary
Food hampers and non-food hampers being distributed from the Hub.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-270-7379
- Email: info@afccalgary.org
Society of Saint Vincent De Paul (SSVP)
- Target Audience: All Calgarians
- Cost: No cost
- Required: Call 403-250-0319 and follow instructions to make arrangements
- Additional Info: Additional items may be requested based on need and availability, including diapers, formula for infants and toiletries.
Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids
Delivers lunches to schools, funds school lunch programs. Can connect kids doing in-person learning to in-school bagged lunch programs.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-264-7979
- Email: Miriam@bb4ck.org
Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids
Delivers lunches to schools, funds school lunch programs. Can connect kids doing in-person learning to in-school bagged lunch programs.
Contact information
- Email: Miriam@bb4ck.org
- Phone: 403-264-7979
Unison at Kerby Centre
Unison Community Food Pantry
Community food pantry for older adults. Primarily non-perishable items. Take what you can. Available Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
Wednesday Food Deliveries and Wellness Checks
Food delivered every week in alternating rotations by volunteers. Each client is given a variety of food. Eligibility: 55+, low-income, no other supports available and homebound.
Unison Free Food Markets
Bread and baked goods are available for older adults to pick up. There are often other food items available for pickup (frozen, sandwiches, produce and dairy products). Available for older adults, no registration or proof of income required. Tuesdays and Fridays 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Contact information
For more information or to sign up for the above programs contact:
- Phone: 403-705-3222
- Email: Contact - Unison (unisonalberta.com)
- Website: C: Thrive - Unison (unisonalberta.com)
Muslim Family Network Society - Halal Food Bank
Provides Halal food hampers to individuals and families in need. Calgarians can access the Halal Food Bank 4-6 times a year depending on the circumstances. Proof of financial circumstances is required.
To book an appointment please call 403-466-6367 or email muslimfamilysociety@yahoo.com.
Low-cost programs
Community Kitchen Program of Calgary: The Good Food Box
The Good Food Box Program, (GFB) is a program under the Community Kitchen Program of Calgary, whereby anyone can purchase boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.
- Small Box: $25 (15-20lbs* of fruits and vegetables)
- Medium Box: $30 (25-30lbs* of fruits and vegetables)
- Large Box: $35 (35-40lbs* of fruits and vegetables)
Each Good Food Box contains a combination of fruits and vegetable. The content varies weekly due to seasonal availability. The boxes contain the maximum produce to ensure our clients are getting the most value for the price. *Please note weights are approximate.
To order a Good Food Box, contact by phone or email.
Contact information
- Phone: 403-538-3780
- Email: gfb@ckpyyc.ca
- Website: https://www.ckpcalgary.ca/goodfoodbox
Meals on Wheels
Nutritious and affordable meals delivered to anyone in Calgary, regardless of age or income. When you have a lot on your plate, let us do the cooking. Two options to choose from:
- Our Chef's Daily Special - Offers Lunch & Supper with accommodation for special diets and texture modifications. Price based on income. Available 3-7 days/week.
- My Choice Menu - Frozen meals, family-size entrees, soups, and baked good at set prices. Offers flexibility, choice, and convenience with online ordering. Place an order to stock the freezer!
Contact information
- Phone: 403-243-2834
- Website: www.mealsonwheels.com
Unison at Kerby Centre Grocery Delivery and Supportive Visits
Grocery shopping, delivery and supportive visits for individuals 55+, living on low income and homebound. In some cases, emergency and/or short-term participation is available for individuals returning home from the hospital or recovering from illness or surgery.
- Bi-weekly deliveries available
- Cost includes a $4 delivery fee in addition to the cost of groceries
Contact information
- Phone: 403-234-6571
- Email: thrived@kerbycentre.com
- Website: Home - Unison (unisonalberta.com)