Food Assistance
Food assistance programs can help individuals and families access nutritious food when finances are tight. This section provides information about food banks, food hampers, community food programs, meal programs, and other local resources that may help reduce food costs and provide support during difficult times.
Need Food Support?
Food programs, hours, eligibility requirements, and availability can change. Before visiting a food bank or meal program, check the current London food-resource listings for the most up-to-date information.
Information London — Meal Calendar & Food Bank List
A regularly updated resource listing food banks, food programs, and free or low-cost community meals throughout London and Middlesex County.
London Food Bank
Provides emergency food hampers to London individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
Location:926 Leathorne Street, London, ON N5Z 3M5
Phone:(519)-659-4045
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00–11:00 a.m. for post-secondary students only.
Salvation Army — Centre of Hope
Provides emergency and ongoing community supports, including food assistance, for people experiencing homelessness or financial hardship.
Location:281 Wellington Street, London, ON N6B 2L4
Phone:(519)-661-0343
Hours: The Centre of Hope is open 24/7; food-bank access hours should be confirmed directly.
Paul's Place
Provides emergency food assistance and other basic-needs support to people experiencing financial hardship.
Location:472 Richmond Street, London, ON N6A 3E6
Phone:(519) 434-8979
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00–11:30 a.m.
Caring Canadians Society
Provides food, clothing, and essential items to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.
Location: 589 Wonderland Road North, London, ON N6H 3E2
Phone:(519) 933-9877
Hours: Monday–Wednesday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
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Halal Food Bank Canada
Provides culturally appropriate halal food assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
Location: Unit 80-E, 1299 Oxford Street East, London, ON N5Y 4W5
Phone:(519) 933-9877
Hours: Sunday–Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Thursday–Saturday closed.
Jewish community - Big Warm Hug Program
A community-based initiative providing food, hot meals, groceries and other essential items to people experiencing need.
Location: 536 Huron St, London, ON N5Y 4J5
Phone: (519) 673-3310
Sikh Community — Food Assistance
London Sikh Society Gurdwara
The Gurdwara provides langar, a communal vegetarian meal offered as an expression of Sikh hospitality and equality. The Gurdwara is open to the wider community, and food is an important part of its community service.
Location: 37 Clarke Rd, London, ON N5W 6B4
Phone: (519) 452-3373
Gurdwara Gur Gyan Prakash
A Sikh gurdwara in south London that provides Langar Seva—free community meals for the sangat and those in need—as part of its commitment to seva (selfless service) and community care.
Location: 4053 Meadowbrook Drive, Unit 112, London, ON N6L 1E9
Phone: (548) 388-5480
Their posted daily schedule is 4:45 a.m.–8:30 p.m.