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COBS Bread Night Recurring

COBS Bread Night

Recurring: Every Wednesday
9432 Bathurst St, Unit 3, Vaughan
Senior Delivery Day Recurring

Senior Delivery Day

Recurring: Every Month
4401 Steeles Ave W, Toronto
Back to School Upcoming

Back to School

Date: August 30th, 2026
4401 Steeles Ave W, Toronto
Recurring Event

COBS Bread Night

Looking for something different to do with your crew? We have co-workers, girls night out, family reunion & bonding, community hours — JOIN US!

"Are you going to Bread Night?"

Book your group for an evening of fun at the food bank!

About this event:

Start your evening off at COBS Bread bakery, a community bakery located just 15 minutes from our local food bank. COBS Bread donates the remaining of their freshly baked products each day of the week to different food security organizations! You and your group will meet a dedicated ANIDA team member at COBS to receive one of these generous donations of baked goods. Work with your group in the allotted time to package the baked goods and load it all into the ANIDA vehicle.

Next, everyone meets at the local food bank to prepare to serve between 70–100 families the next day. Once the bread has been loaded inside the food bank, and you and your group are settled, our team members will share a little more about the food bank program and the amazing work you are contributing to. They will work with you to get what needs to be accomplished by the end of night so that we are able to serve all the families that will be visiting the next day. You'll enjoy the rest of your evening bonding with your group as you package fresh bread, pastries and set up the food bank for families in the community.

📍 COBS Bread Bakery Location at 6:55 pm: 9432 Bathurst St. Unit 3, Vaughan

📍 ANIDA Food Bank Location at 7:40 pm: 4401 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto

  • Suggested group size: 4–8
  • Duration: 2 hours (6:55 – 9:00)
  • Please Note: Personal vehicle is required to get your group from the bakery to the food bank location.

Additional Items:

  • End time is estimated as donation size varies from week to week.
  • We sign volunteer forms for school community hours.
  • Each night we prioritize what needs to be done for the next day. Bread may be just one of the many things you and your crew will experience preparing for families coming to get food.
  • Any monetary or food donations to help us keep providing our services are much appreciated. Donations over $20 are eligible to receive a charitable tax receipt. Please contact us and we will be happy to provide this.

For more information please give us a call! (416-667-7603) or email: mmotlhabane@anida.org

Recurring Event

Senior Delivery Day

Senior Delivery Day is a monthly, year-round initiative where we bring the food bank directly to seniors in their homes.

In partnership with organizations such as Lumacare, we strengthen our ability to support senior clients across Toronto by providing more consistent, hands-on care that meets people where they are. This collaboration allows us to go beyond traditional food bank distribution and ensure that seniors who may face mobility, health, or transportation barriers still receive the support they need.

At the end of every month, typically around lunchtime, our team and volunteers come together to serve in this initiative.

We load supplies into our van, carefully pack food hampers, and prepare everything needed for delivery. Once ready, we travel to designated senior housing communities, going floor to floor to personally deliver hampers directly to residents.

This process includes both loading and unloading, as well as coordinating deliveries in a way that ensures every senior is reached with care, consistency, and respect.

Over the years, this initiative has supported more than 1,200 seniors across Canadian neighbourhoods, helping ensure that older adults continue to receive reliable access to food and support throughout the year.

At its core, Senior Delivery Day is about more than food delivery — it is about dignity, connection, and ensuring seniors are not left behind.

For more information please give us a call! (416-667-7603) or email: mmotlhabane@anida.org

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Every hour you give helps us sort, pack, and deliver food to families in Toronto. No experience needed — just a willing heart. Training and support are always provided. Join our volunteer email list and we will notify you of upcoming opportunities, including food sorting, delivery, events, and many more.

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Volunteer Positions

Find Your Role

We currently have two open roles. Click the button to express your interest and we'll get back to you.

Foodbank Assistant

Inspect, sort, and pack donated food items at our Toronto location. No experience needed – full training provided on your first shift.

No experience needed

Delivery Driver

Pick up and deliver food hampers to clients and partner locations across Toronto. Valid Ontario G driver's licence required.

G licence required
Volunteer Role

Foodbank Assistant

Our Volunteer Foodbank Assistants play a crucial role in making nutritious food available to community members including women, children, seniors and those with disabilities.

As one of our volunteer Foodbank Assistants, you can enjoy volunteering in a team environment with great people. As a team, we organize, sort and package fresh produce, meat, eggs, milk, and other food items that we give to community members in need. You can also assist us with distributing food to community members on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

As a Volunteer Foodbank Assistant, you can take pride in knowing that you are playing an important role in helping some of the most vulnerable members of your community meet their basic needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Organizing, sorting and/or packaging food items
  • Following ANIDA protocols when organizing, sorting and/or packaging food items
  • Representing ANIDA well when interacting with community members on ANIDA's behalf
  • Following ANIDA protocols when handling food
  • Helping to unload deliveries from our community partners
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Must be dependable and punctual
  • Must be courteous and personable when dealing with the public
  • Must be self-directed and willing to take the initiative
  • Must be able to stand for long periods
  • Must be okay with performing repetitive tasks
  • Must be able to lift and carry roughly 25 pounds / 11 kg
  • Must respect and maintain the confidentiality of ANIDA volunteers, partners, and donors

Training & Supervision

  • Attends general volunteer orientation
  • Attends a volunteer tour of the ANIDA Foodbank

Time Commitment

  • We have flexible shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
  • At least two 4-hour shifts each month

Express Your Interest

Fill out the form below and we'll contact you with next steps.


Volunteer Role

Delivery Driver

Our Volunteer Foodbank Drivers help ANIDA transport food to and from our community partners.

Our Volunteer Foodbank Drivers play a crucial role in making nutritious food available to community members, including community members who may be seniors or have a disability.

As a Volunteer Foodbank Driver, you can take pride in knowing you play an important role in helping some of the community's most vulnerable members meet their basic needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Transporting food from community partners to ANIDA Foodbank
  • Transporting food from ANIDA Foodbank to seniors and/or community members with disabilities
  • Following ANIDA protocols when picking up, retrieving and/or delivering food on behalf of ANIDA
  • Following the protocols of community partners when picking up or dropping off food
  • Representing ANIDA well when interacting with community members on ANIDA's behalf
  • Other duties, specifically around the transportation of food
  • Following ANIDA protocols when handling food

Requirements

  • Must be dependable and punctual
  • Must be courteous and personable when dealing with the public
  • Must be self-directed and willing to take the initiative
  • Must have access to an insured vehicle
  • Must have a valid G or G2 license
  • Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds / 11 kg
  • Must respect and maintain the confidentiality of ANIDA volunteers, partners, and donors

Training & Supervision

  • Attends general volunteer orientation
  • May attend a volunteer tour of the ANIDA Foodbank

Time Commitment

  • We have flexible shifts
  • At least two 3-hour shifts each month

Express Your Interest

Fill out the form below and we'll contact you with next steps.


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Group Volunteering

Bring Your Team

Perfect for corporate teams, school groups, church groups, or community organisations. We will work with you to find a date and activity that fits your group. Fill out our group interest form — it asks for your preferred dates, group size, age range, and activity type. Our volunteer coordinator will review and respond within 3 business days to finalise your group shift.

Corporate teams welcome
School & youth groups
Flexible dates & activities
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Volunteer Questions

No experience is needed at all. Full training and support are provided on your first shift. All you need is a willing heart and a few hours of your time.
Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. Volunteers under the age of 18 require parental or guardian consent before their first shift.
As little as 2 hours per month — volunteering at ANIDA is totally flexible. You can sign up for individual shifts as your schedule allows, with no long-term commitment required.
Yes! We are happy to sign off on community service hours for students. Please let us know at the time of registration so we can track your hours and provide the appropriate documentation.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting a little dusty. We provide gloves and any other equipment needed. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm!
Absolutely! Individuals are always welcome, and we also have dedicated group volunteering opportunities. Please use our group inquiry form for teams of 5 or more.
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