Second Harvest Canada / Deuxième Récolte Canada

Second Harvest Canada rescues edible food that would otherwise go to waste and distributes it to people facing food insecurity across the Greater Toronto Area. The organization collects surplus produce, bakery items, and prepared foods from farmers, retailers, and restaurants, then delivers these donations to food banks, community centers, and social service agencies. By redirecting nutritious food that meets safety standards but doesn't meet cosmetic or inventory requirements, Second Harvest reduces food waste while providing fresh, healthy meals to vulnerable populations. The charity operates from its Etobicoke base and has built partnerships with hundreds of local food sources and distribution partners to create an efficient network that gets food from donors to people in need within days.