Northwestern Ontario Women's Centre - Good Food Box

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Program:

Good Food Box

Organization:

Northwestern Ontario Women's Centre

Phone Numbers:

807-345-7819

Fax:

807-345-9216

Email:

gfb@nwowc.org

Website:

www.goodfoodboxtb.org/

Address:

73 Cumberland St N Suite 101
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 4L8

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Location:

Located at Cumberland St N at Tupper St, opposite Stan's Pizza

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Office: Mon-Thu 9:30 am-5 pm; host site hours may vary

Public Contacts:

Sherry Scott - GFB Program Coordinator
Gwen O'Reilly - Executive Director - Northwestern Ontario Women's Centre
807-345-7802 * ed@nwowc.org

Service Description:

A non-profit organization that provides a strong feminist voice and support and advocacy for women in Northwestern Ontario

Operates a community-based, non-profit monthly fruit & vegetable distribution program that aims to improve access to good food by making quality, affordable, fresh produce available in neighborhoods across the city

Assists individuals on low or fixed incomes in accessing fresh produce year round

Improves food access, improves nutrition, saves money, encourages community involvement and supports the local food system

Fees:

$22/box

Application:

There is no application. The Good Food Box is available to all those looking to stretch their food dollars. Visit the website for more information or to place an order.

Eligibility / Target Population:

Open to all, but is primarily intended for individuals on low or fixed incomes or those who face barriers to accessing fresh food (mobility or financial barriers)
The Locally Grown Good Food Fundraiser Box (available in Jul-Dec) is for food secure individuals who wish to support the regular Good Food Box program and local food producers

Languages:

English

Area Served:

Thunder Bay

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