Food insecurity has reached an all-time high in Canada, but early signs of progress suggest that a turning point may be in sight, according to a new report.

Food Banks Canada released its 2025 Poverty Report Card on Tuesday, and the country received a failing grade in many categories, including the unemployment rate and food insecurity rate.

The report found that in two years, the food insecurity rate in Canada rose from 18.4 per cent to 25.5 per cent, which is an “alarming” 39 per cent increase.

Unemployment also increased by 34 per cent since 2023, with a significant impact on young people, according to Food Banks Canada.

“The country is falling short when it comes to youth unemployment, housing affordability and adequately-funded social supports,” reads the report.

The country al

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