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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GBA1651 | Last Modified: 24 Aug 2021 | Last Full Update: 31 Aug 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Collective buying program provides a grocery bin of fresh seasonal produce at a low price. Encourages healthier eating and promotes fresh fruits and vegetables. Produce is purchased in bulk at wholesale prices and the savings are passed on to participants. |
| Service Details | |
| Public Comments | The GFB program is coordinated by volunteers from the community. Volunteers also are involved in sorting the produce, preparing and coordinating the pick up. |
| Hours | As specified in application section |
| Areas Served | Meaford |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Pre-order by: second Wed of the month Pre-order location: Rexall Pharmacy, 54 North Sykes St Pick up on: third Wed of the month Pick up location: Meaford-St. Vincent Community Centre, 51 Collingwood St W Pick up times: 12 noon-5:30 pm |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | $16 per box |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Meaford (Town of) |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| meafordgfb@gmail.com | |
| Website | https://www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Eating-Well/Community-Food-Programs#GFBP |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/MeafordGoodFoodBox |
| Primary Contact | Amber Knott, Coordinator; Phone: 519-379-4777 |
| Alternate Contact | Laura Needham, Public Health Dietitian, Grey Bruce Health Unit; Phone: 519-376-9420 ext 1267; Email: l.needham@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca |
| Mailing Address | c/o Grey Bruce Health Unit 101 17th St E Owen Sound, ON N4K 0A5 |