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By Liam Verster
Food Drives

Armstrong Co-op running food drives to support local food banks

Dec 19, 2024 | 11:50 AM

People wishing to support others in need this holiday season can do so while gassing up.

Armstrong Regional Co-op & ARC Liquor is hosting food drives to support local food banks and the people they serve.

People wishing to support the cause can donate non-perishable food items at the Co-op gas bars located in Vernon, Armstrong, Salmon Arm and Cranbrook. The food drives will run through Sunday, Dec. 22.

“With food bank usage in Canada at an all-time high, it’s more important than ever to support children and families in the battle against hunger,” Jason Keis, Armstrong Regional Cooperative’s Marketing & Community Relations Manager, said.

People who make a donation will be entered into a draw to win a $100 gift card. One winner will be selected from each gas bar location.

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Additionally, the Co-op and ARC Liquor made over $12,000 in donations to the area food banks to support people in need over the holidays this year.

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