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Brampton Food Hub expands access to healthy, culturally relevant food
“Through collaboration, we can build stronger food systems where no one goes hungry.”
The Brampton Food Hub has been reshaping how families in Brampton access food since its official launch on September 21st, 2023. Born out of a collective of long-standing nonprofit agencies, the Hub unites community partners to fight hunger and strengthen food security across the city.
Just weeks after its launch, the Hub hosted a Thanksgiving Fundraiser and Food Drive on October 4th, 2025, at 241 Clarence Street, Unit 5. Families, local leaders, and community partners gathered for: food, entertainment, and purpose. Guests included: Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown, Peel’s Commissioner of Human Services Sean Baird, Regional Councillors Rowena Santos and Martin Medeiros, and Annie Bynoe, the Brampton Food Hub Lead and Executive Director of Knights Table.
MPP Charmaine Williams, Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity, attended as guest of honour. Entertainment came from DJ Wet and the all-female reggae band Rayzalution, whose music added spirit and energy to the event. Nanny’s Kitchen served nutritious meals, reinforcing the Hub’s vision of ensuring families have access to culturally relevant, healthy food.
The Hub’s mission is clear; provide equitable access to nutritious food while reflecting the cultural diversity of Brampton’s residents. A promotional brochure describes its purpose: “Through a centralized food warehouse model, the Hub will increase food system capacity by procuring and providing equitable access to healthy and culturally appropriate food for communities facing food insecurity in Brampton.”
The vision follows the same spirit; no one should go hungry, and everyone should be able to access food that meets their health and cultural needs.
Outreach Coordinator Loletta Cunningham has been busy spreading this message. She promoted the fundraiser at Jamaica Day in Brampton, at the Black Empowerment Unit’s monthly meeting, and live on CP24. Cunningham reminded residents that donations enable the Hub to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, essentials for a balanced diet.
The Brampton Food Hub grounds its work in three values:
- Collaboration builds strong food systems. Partnerships at every level create community impact.
- Equality and inclusivity guide every step. Everyone deserves access to healthy food.
- Diversity strengthens collective action. Brampton’s communities enrich the Hub’s reach and results.
The Hub offers a range of services that extend beyond food distribution:
- Food sourcing, storage, and inventory management
- Packaging and distribution
- Volunteer opportunities
- Training programs
- Shared services for nonprofits
- Hosting community events
Six nonprofit agencies form the backbone of the Hub: Knights Table, Punjabi Community Health Services, Free for All Foundation, Basket Brigade Canada, Bethel Outreach Community Services, and All Peoples Church. Together, they aim to build a sustainable food network that lifts families out of food insecurity.
The Hub has set three priorities to drive its work forward:
- Help residents understand the realities facing vulnerable families.
- Build shared responsibility across government, industry, and community organizations.
- Expand awareness. Highlight the health and social consequences of food insecurity, including the urgent need for culturally appropriate food.
The Thanksgiving fundraiser is only the beginning. With food insecurity on the rise, the Hub plans to host more events that connect families with nutritious meals and build a resilient food system for Brampton.
The Brampton Food Hub’s work sends a clear message; when communities come together, hunger has no place to hide.