Mr. Speaker, Edmonton's Food Bank is at a breaking point. Each month, more than 47,000 people, a 42% increase, rely on food hampers. Behind those numbers are families and children who cannot afford groceries because Liberal deficits have led to Liberal inflation, which makes everything cost more. Across the country, parents are forced to choose between rent, clothing or food for their children. More and more children arrive at school hungry every day.
Thankfully, our community is stepping up where the government has failed. One example of this is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints organizing Edmonton's largest door-to-door food drive. On Saturday, September 27, volunteers will be going door to door in many neighbourhoods to collect donations. People can also donate at their local grocery store or fire station.
I give a big thanks to all the volunteers and donors. Their hard work and generosity will make a real difference in the lives of people who need it in Edmonton.