THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2022 HOSTING AN EVENT? POST IT. PROMOTE IT. DURHAMREGION.COM /EVENTS Rising food prices have created unprecedented pressure on local food banks, with even canned and boxed staples running low as the need for food in the community increases. Emily Witlarge is the executive director of Simcoe Hall Settlement House, an organization that offers a number of community-based resources, including a food bank. "This year, we're averaging about a 44 per cent increase in clients compared to last year, and we are seeing a month-over-month rise in the number of clients we are serving," she said. "At any given time, we're providing food FOOD BANK USE WAY UP DUE TO RISING FOOD PRICES See MORE, page 10 REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com Emily Witlarge is the executive director of Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Simcoe Hall has seen an increase in food bank use as grocery store prices rise. It is hoping the community will donate to take them through the holidays and the lean months of early 2023. Jason Liebregts/Metroland www.OurCancer.ca The Million Dollar Match is on! The Verweys are doubling your donations so Dr. Igwe can do more for her cancer patients. Family owned & operated since 1955 #1 VOTED APPLIANCE STORE IN DURHAM! 2212 TaunTon Road, HampTon 905-263-8369 • 1-800-798-5502 • www.PaddysMarket.ca Pa ddy 's MarketThe Appliance Specialist