This research is a follow-up to Dr. Heritz’s earlier policy brief on food insecurity in Niagara, focusing, this time, on the importance of congregate meals. This research is a follow-up to Dr. Heritz’s earlier policy brief on food insecurity in Niagara, focusing, this time, on the importance of congregate meals, as well as an update on food-bank use. It also provides recommendations for action from all levels of government as well as an update on food-bank use. It also provides recommendations for action from all levels of government.

Published by: Dr. Joanne Heritz/Niagara Community Observatory
Publication Date: October 2025

Click here to access Increasing Hunger in Niagara: The Need for Action, Niagara Community Observatory Policy Brief #62