Callers are dialing 211 in droves during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many are reaching out for the very first time.
Data from United Way Centraide Canada shows many Canadians are having trouble paying bills, getting enough food to eat, and taking care of their mental health
Why It Matters
The COVID-19 pandemic is exacerbating pre-existing inequities around food access, mental health services, and income support. United Way Centraide Canada’s findings suggest the virus is also impoverishing Canadians who were previously secure. Non-profits and government programming will need to be ready for an increase in demand.
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