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while reducing waste and addressing implementing the New Horizons for
food insecurity. Seniors program.
Fresh 4 Less, another key “All of this is about unity,” says
program, uses bulk-buying power to LeBlanc. “When we care for one
offer fresh produce at discounted another, we strengthen the entire
prices, helping families stretch their community.”
grocery budgets without sacrificing Supported by fundraising
nutrition. initiatives, grants, donations, and a
GBRC also delivers food twice dedicated volunteer base and board
monthly to local schools through the of directors, the Greater Blackville
NB Provincial Breakfast Program, Resource Centre stands as a
supporting more than 600 children testament to what can happen when
by providing bagels, cereal, cheese, neighbours come together with
fruit and milk purpose.
For seniors, the Soups On The Centre is a member in good
initiative offers weekly meals and At 100 years old, Lois Grady continues her standing with the Food Depot
fellowship, with an average of 90 involvement with the Soups On initiative, Alimentaire NB (FDANB) and Food
meals served each week. “We are partnering with GBRC to provide food and Banks Canada.
thankful for all of our Soup's On fellowship for seniors across the region. To learn more about a program
Coordinators at the churches and or to donate, call (506) 843-9024 or
community organizations who host for both nourishment and visit www.blackvilleresource.com.
the free luncheons. It is about more community spirit,” LeBlanc says.
than just serving food, it’s bringing Special mention is given to Mrs.
neighbours together around the table Lois Grady, who at 100 years old
continues to partner with GBRC in
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