We have some very exciting news! Akin, with the support of TAS, have partnered with Community Fridges Toronto (CF TO) to set up a community fridge at 888 Dupont!

The fridge and pantry at 888 Dupont can be found along the east side of the building, just north of the sidewalk. The fridge and pantry are accessible and can be accessed 24/7. You are encouraged to take what you need, leave what you can. We are hopeful that community members in the area will be able to benefit from this community fridge location and perhaps some will even be interested in volunteering to support this initiative with Community Fridges Toronto. We would really appreciate your help in assisting folks in these challenging times. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form here.

If you are interested in and able to leave food or items in the fridge and pantry, here are some general food donation guidelines as well as suggested items for donation:

Do

Fresh produce, dairy, bread, protein, pantry items, grab and go foods, personal care items, PPE

Don'ts

Expired food, rotting food, home cooked food, open packages, leftovers, clothing/housewares.

Suggestions (these are just some ideas for your shopping but feel free to be creative in your care)

Carton Milk, non dairy milks, cheese, yogurt, butter
Eggs, Deli Meats, Tofu, Bacon, Hot Dogs, Canned fish
Bread, Gluten Free items, Pasta, Tortillas, Rice, Lentils, Beans
Seasonal Produce, Bananas, Peppers, Apples, Potatoes, salad mixes, Oranges, Berries, Onions
Garlic, Spices, Salt, Flour, Sugar, Cooking Oil, Tomato paste, Soy Sauce, Cooking Sauces
Oats, Hot and cold cereals, Pancake Mix, cake mixes
Nut butters, Hummus, condiments, Jams and spreads
Shampoo, soaps, ppe, oral care items, diapers, menstrual products, dish soap, pet food
Dumplings, Perogies, Stuffed Pastas
Frozen meals, quick ready meals, Grocery prepared salads/Sandwiches
Baby food, meal supplement drink, baby formula, protein shakes
Granola/Protein Bars, snacks, chocolate, crackers, nuts, dried fruit

You can find out more information about Community Fridges Toronto here & can view a map of current fridge locations here.