Southern Food Bank Closes Due to Health Violations | Calgary News

Alberta Health Services shut down a beloved rural food bank in Raymond after finding unsanitary conditions—including mouse droppings, expired formula, and cats in the kitchen—forcing the closure of both its food bank and thrift store. The Southern Community Food Security Society, which served thousands over five years, blamed chronic staffing shortages and lack of government support for its demise, calling out bureaucratic roadblocks to their mission. The mayor praised their community impact and opened the door to new groups stepping in. As they dissolve, the organization is transferring all assets to local charities to keep feeding southern Alberta’s hungry. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/700c38242fedb0be