Almost one quarter (23%) of people in this country are living with food insecurity.

In 2024, food banks reached a somber new milestone with more than 2 million monthly visits, nearly double the rate seen only five short years ago. Over the course of those five years, people in Canada have watched their rent and mortgage costs increase, the cost-of-living skyrocket, all while wages haven’t kept pace.

The urgency of the situation cannot be overstated. People are skipping meals, taking on unsustainable debt, and stepping further away from a life of dignity.

This election is not just about politics; it is about the kind of country we want to be. It is about ensuring that every person in Canada has the opportunity to live with dignity.