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Kim Wilhelm, interim CEO of The Food Bank of Waterloo Region, says the top three items they need right now are pull-tab cans including soups and stews, tomato sauce and rice.
Kim Wilhelm, interim CEO of The Food Bank of Waterloo Region discusses the increase in demand with CBC's Craig Norris during the live Sounds of the Season show at the Museum in downtown Kitchener.
Money is tight for many people this year, so giving financial donations can be difficult. Amanda Stanzel, who has volunteered at The Food Bank of Waterloo Region since 2016, says if people want to give back, spending a few hours a month helping out can be a great way to have an impact.