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Need food short term? This is what you'll need to bring.

Hamper

 

 

Food is available to any Abbotsford resident that come to us in need of food.

Archway Food Bank operates on a 1 visit pre month appointment basis. Referrals to other food programs are available.

 

 

 

What do I need to bring on my second visit?

Returning Guest? Miss your pick up date? Please call to make an appointment: 604-859-5749

TO REGISTER FOR FOOD BANK
You will be asked to bring the following:

  • We do not require any income testing
  • Proof of residency in Abbotsford (piece of current mail with your name on it)
  • Picture ID
  • Medical cards for everyone in the family

*household consists of all adults living in home. The information that is collected is to help us understand our guests circumstance and ensure there is adequate access to food to meet the needs of our guests.

We are providing access to food for all Abbotsford residents that come to us during our hours of distribution. However, we reserve the right to make alternative arrangements with any person who is showing symptoms of sickness or creating an unsafe environment.

Hours of Distribution:

Food hamper distribution times depends on the makeup of your household.

Please note: Distribution closed first Friday afternoon every month for staff meeting and all Stat Holidays.

  • Families with Children in their Care Mon -Thurs 9:00am -12:30pm, Mon 1-3:30pm
  • Youth Mon -Thurs 9:00 -12:30pm,Mon 1-3:30pm
  • Seniors over 60 Mon -Thurs 9:00am -12:30pm, Mon 1-3:30pm
  • Pregnant Mon -Thurs 9:00am -12:30pm
  • Singles and Couples Tues-Thurs 1:00pm -3:30pm
  • Halal Hampers Fri 9-12:30, 1-3:30

Missed Appointments: if you have missed your scheduled food hamper pick up date, please call 604-859-5749 to arrange a new pick up date. Thank you!

Live too far away? Need evening pick up? Check out our Neighbourhood Satellite times. Appointment required.

Food Bank Satellite Locations

 

 

What if I’m Sick?

Ask a friend or family to pick up on your behalf or give us a call for options! 604-859-5749

Check Out Our Policies here:

As a registered user of the Food Bank you have rights and responsibilities.

Please click the below buttons to learn more

Rights and Responsibilities

What is the Christmas Bureau?

Christmas can be a difficult time, especially on a limited income. The Christmas Bureau has two options for you. Either to be matched with a Christmas Neighbour who will provide direct support or invited to receive gifts and Christmas meal ingredients through the Christmas Bureau’s Toy Room and Christmas Food Basket.

This program is located off site, requires application and income verification.

**NEW**If you are currently registered at the Food Bank, please note that applying to the Christmas Bureau program is completely separate from your Food Bank access.

Due to our limited capacity, applications close November 22nd.
**NEW** this program registration will be processed at a new location and will require income verification.
PLEASE NOTE: this verification is NOT required for access to the Food Bank.

Applications are now OPEN! 

 

Matched with a Christmas NEIGHBOUR

You can choose to have ingredients for a Christmas dinner, and gifts delivered to your door or arrange a meet up place. For this, you MUST have a working phone or email to be in contact with the sponsor. If you are not comfortable with a visit from a neighbour, please ask us about options.

 

 

Christmas Bureau’s
TOY ROOM & Christmas Food Basket

You will have the opportunity to shop for your children (for free!) in our toy room, fully and graciously stocked by our community. You will also receive ingredients for a Christmas dinner and extra Christmas treats.

Two appointments will be booked for December. One for Toy Room and one for Christmas meal ingredient pick up at the Christmas Bureau.

Family Application   Senior Application

Program Info Translated

What can I expect after I fill out the application?

Please note: Filling out the application DOES NOT automatically qualify you to be matched with a Christmas Neighbour or enrolled in the Christmas Bureau program. But you will be able to access food at the Food Bank – access to the Food Bank will continue to be monthly.

**Please ensure you are ONLY adding dependent children who are in your care. Unfortunately, we are not sponsoring grandchildren.

  • A staff member will contact you if you need to update your food bank file
    (First time? Find out what you need to qualify click: here)
  • If you are updated you will be contacted when matched.
  • Once your information is confirmed, you will be be booked for a Toy Room date and Christmas Food Basket date.

Please call the Abbotsford Christmas Bureau if you have any questions or concerns.

604-859-5749 ex 40 or 41

 

 

 

 

First time? 

Please bring ID and proof of address in Abbotsford. 

For those that do not have ID or proof of address, please let us know so we can chat about the food options.

We are distributing food to all Abbotsford residents that come to us in need of food during our hours of distribution.

Archway Food Bank operates on a 1 visit pre month appointment basis. Referrals to other food programs are available.
In addition to monthly, no-cost food distribution, we offers a variety of programs including, dental care at our on-site clinic, Christmas program that includes ingredients for a traditional Christmas meal and gifts, home delivery for those with mobility barriers, and Bulk Buy Collective, a low-cost produce bag sold 2x per month.

What can I expect when I arrive?

On your visit you can expect to receive fresh produce and pantry staples that should be provisions for up to 6 days. Asking for help can be hard, and we’re here to lean on. We’re happy to be able to help.

When you register with us you will sit down with the Client Services Navigator who will ask you a variety of questions to help get your account set up and prepare for your next visit.

You can expect to be asked for:

  • proof of residency in Abbotsford (Example: hydro bill, phone bill),
  • and medical cards for children in your care.
  • Dietary restrictions

The Client Services Navigator will provide you with information about the Food Bank and give an overall orientation to the process. This This account will help let us know if anyone in your family has dietary restrictions and will help with your next visit. We do our best to ensure your receiving the food your family needs.

Hours and Address 

Call ahead to make an appointment is appreciated – 604-859-5749
To ensure we have enough food on site for each household – scheduling an appointment is greatly appreciated.

We help families, seniors, new community members, people who have recently lost their employment and more.

One food hamper per household per month is available. Food hamper will include pantry items, fresh vegetables, fresh fruit, and other produce when available.
However, we reserve the right to make alternative arrangements with any person who is creating an unsafe envi