Free meals and food banks in Ottawa

Food banks65

Groceries to take home, usually once a month. Most community food banks serve the people who live in their area, ask for ID and proof of address, and work by appointment.

Free meals39

Places that serve a cooked meal you can eat on site or take away. Most meal programs do not ask for ID and do not need an appointment.

Community fridges6

Fridges and pantries anyone can use. Take what you need, leave what you can. What is inside changes through the day.

Food delivered16

Programs that bring meals or groceries to people who cannot get out, plus mobile food trucks that come to a neighbourhood.

Babies & families12

Formula, baby food, diapers and family meal programs.

Seniors3

Meals on wheels, seniors’ lunches and programs set up for older adults.

Students3

Food banks run by and for students at Ottawa’s colleges and universities.

Youth7

Drop-ins and meals for young people, including youth who are homeless or at risk.

Indigenous programs3

Food programs run by Indigenous organizations for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

Low-cost groceries3

Good Food Box and markets that sell fresh food below store prices. Anyone can order; you do not need to show need.