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Charity food drives: are they the answer? Here's what Calgarians say

Amir Said
Published: Dec 10, 2025
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Is it time for Canada to consider something like government food stamps to address hunger? Atul Bir says 10 years ago, he would have said no. We’re looking out for each other. But today? Demand for food banks has soared, and that’s changing his mind.

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