Vancouver, BC, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The food drive, held from December 2 to 13 at all CDI College campuses nationwide, raised nearly 1,300 items.
“It’s great to see how much staff and students at all our campuses contributed to the magic of the holiday season this year by participating so generously in this drive,” says Andre Souza, Head of Marketing at CDI College. “At this end-of-year time, even the smallest gesture is highly significant, and we’re very proud of the work accomplished by all our staff and students.”
CDI College also made a monetary contribution for each donation received, for a total of $665 to Food Bank Canada.
“Such initiatives are directly in line with our mission to change lives through education,” says Andre Souza. “Without a healthy diet, it’s very difficult to concentrate and learn new things. In this respect, the generosity of CDI College students and staff during the holiday season fills us with admiration.”
Canadian food banks receive up to two million visits a month, and a third of clients are children. The people who use food banks come from all walks of life: families with children, the elderly, men and women with disabilities, low-income earners, and welfare recipients. Food banks generally struggle to keep up with demand.
If you are thinking of donating to your local food bank, here is a list of the food and consumer products that are most in demand:
- Canned meat, fish, fruit, soups, vegetables and beans
- Meat substitutes
- Whole-grain cereals
- Baby foods
- Pasta and pasta sauces
- Personal hygiene products
- Cash donations for the purchase of fresh foods (milk, proteins, fruits and vegetables)
For more information about CDI College’s community initiatives, visit cdicollege.ca and our Facebook, X, and Instagram pages.
About CDI College:
CDI College has transformed lives through education and has driven students to build their careers for over 50 years. CDI College empowers students to achieve academic and professional goals by fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment. As one of Canada’s premier career training providers, CDI College offers robust, market-driven programs that focus on helping its students develop the skills that leading employers demand in the business, technology, and healthcare industries.
- CDI College collects food items to donate for the holidays
- CDI College collects food items to donate for the holidays