Our Impact

We rescue and redistribute so much good surplus food in communities across Canada.

Impact last year

From coast to coast to coast, Second Harvest and our network of donors, non-profits and volunteers are making a difference in the lives of people facing food insecurity and protecting the planet we call home.

95.3

M

pounds of food rescued and redistributed from over 10,000+ food donors

$

400

M

worth of food rescued and redistributed

309

M

pounds of greenhouse gases averted from the atmosphere

268

K

meals provided daily

6.8

M

people supported through 5,000+ non-profit partners

65

B

litres of water prevented from going to waste
In Canada, Second Harvest and its partners rescued and redistributed 95.3 M lbs of food in 2025, averting 309 M lbs of GHGs.
The Mustard Seed

The Mustard Seed

We at The Mustard Seed accommodate anywhere from 50-150 guests, 3 meals a day using these products. All of the food donations that we receive [from Second Harvest] are put directly into meals and sometimes used to bake treats for the guests. The Mustard Seed feeds and provides for community members facing homelessness and poverty. One guest in particular is always complimenting the variety and taste of our food

Emmanuel Dallaire

Provisions Communautaires

It’s truly a privilege to give back to the community with an organization like Second Harvest. We have the same heart.

Calgary Dream Centre

Calgary Dream Centre

We're about people, and people need nourishment to be able to address the challenges that they're facing. The ability to have the partnership that we have with Second Harvest lets us do the work of helping people get back on their feet.