Get Involved
Join a community working toward a more food-secure Toronto. Whether you volunteer, fundraise, advocate, or attend a workshop, there are many ways to make a difference.
Make a Donation
Help increase access to healthy food for individuals and families across Toronto. Your donation helps provide nutritious food while supporting programs that address the root causes of food insecurity.
At the Stop, Good Nutritious Food Is
a Gateway to Deeper Connection
Based in Toronto, our programs support food access, urban agriculture, and community-building initiatives designed to bring people together and support their well-being.
Emergency Food Access
Our emergency food access programs include a food bank, two drop-in meal locations, and a Good Food Market, providing free meals and groceries, as well as affordable fresh food options for the community.
Community Advocacy
We work with our community to respond to changing needs. This includes a peer-led community action program, as well as a tax and ID clinic.
Community Building
We offer programs that support well-being and connection, including perinatal care, emotional wellness activities, and community kitchens where participants can learn, share, and build relationships.
Urban Agriculture
We run a range of urban agriculture programs, including seedling giveaways, a microgreens program, and a variety of community garden projects.
The Stop's Farmers' Market
We operate a year-round farmers’ market that supports local vendors and provides access to fresh, sustainable, and culturally diverse food for the community.
Growing Community. Feeding Change.
Get To Know Our Community
The Stop reached over 27,000 community members via our food bank last year.
In this video, you’ll meet some of the people behind those numbers and see how our choice-based, dignified approach to food support makes a positive difference in their lives.
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Program Schedule
The Stop's Food Bank
Open Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m–2 p.m. (closed on statutory holidays) at 1884 Davenport Rd.
Households in our catchment area can access the food bank once per month, while those outside the catchment area can visit every six months.
The Stop's Drop-In Meals
Seated, culturally appropriate meals are prepared by our Community Chefs and volunteers.
1884 Davenport Rd.
Breakfast: 9 a.m. — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Lunch: 12 p.m. — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
729 St. Clair West
Breakfast: 9 a.m. — Wednesday
Lunch: 12 p.m. — Wednesday
Dinner: 4 p.m. — Thursday
No service on statutory holidays.
The Stop's Good Food Market
Every Tuesday, 12–2 p.m. at 1884 Davenport Rd., we offer affordable, high-quality produce, baked goods, and prepared foods, creating sustainable access to healthy foods while supporting local producers.
The Stop's Farmers' Market
Open Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. at Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St. May–October outdoors, November–April indoors.
Features over 35 local farmers and food vendors offering fresh produce, meats, dairy, prepared foods, and more.
The Stop's Advocacy Office
Supports community members with peer support, referrals, and guidance to access income supports (OW/ODSP), housing, food programs, and other community services, along with financial empowerment supports.
1884 Davenport Rd.
Monday, Thursday — 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tuesday — 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Friday — 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
729 St. Clair West (Wychwood Open Door)
Wednesday — 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Stop's Healthy Beginnings Program
Open at 1884 Davenport Rd.
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (weekly, except the last Wednesday of the month, the last Wednesday in December, and occasionally the first Wednesday in January).
Supports individuals during pregnancy and early parenting with food hampers, healthy meals, educational workshops, childminding, and community connection in a welcoming space.
Marketing Metrics
With Your Help, We Can Continue Making a Sustainable Impact
As food insecurity continues to rise across Toronto, these numbers highlight how The Stop is responding—providing access to food, strengthening community connections, and supporting long-term change.
drop-in meals served
households supported through our food bank
seedlings cultivated for partner community gardens
in tax benefits delivered
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many ways to access support at The Stop. Our Programs page can help you understand what’s available and any simple eligibility details for each program.
No appointment is required. You are welcome to visit The Stop's food bank during our operating hours on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please note that we are closed on statutory holidays.
When visiting for the first time, please bring a piece of identification and proof of address (such as a utility bill, lease agreement, or other document showing your current address) to confirm your eligibility.
If you are picking up food for your household, you will be asked to provide identification for all household members.
You can support The Stop in several ways, including donating, volunteering, attending events, hosting a fundraiser, and more. View all the ways you can get involved.
You can apply to volunteer by visiting our Volunteer page. Note that only selected applicants will be contacted due to high application volumes.
The Stop operates across three main sites in Toronto, each with different programs and services. Our main site at 1884 Davenport Road hosts most of our food access, community support, and family programs. Our 729 St. Clair Avenue West location offers select drop-in meals, and advocacy services. Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, is home to our Farmers’ Market and urban agriculture programs.
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