New funding will help food banks meet rising demand and fund rapid access to food in emergencies like wildfire.

Food Banks BC will also work with some school districts that need extra help designing school food programs funded by the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

The funding is part of the $200-million investment announced in March to strengthen food supply throughout B.C., increase the availability of fresh food, encourage more food production in remote areas, strengthen food infrastructure, and create more regional community food hubs.

Food insecurity has increased due to inflation, supply-chain issues, and climate emergencies, such as fires and floods that interrupt food supply and production.