Community Resources

Many Students attending TRU are living in Kamloops for the first time. Therefore, they are not aware of the vast resources available to them in the community. The following is information on nutrition resources in Kamloops and how to access them.

TRUSU Food Bank

The TRU Student Union operates a food bank year-round from their office. Non-perishable food items are available for students and their families. If you have any questions or want to know hours of operation, please contact the TRUSU at 372-5882.

Community Kitchens

This program works with individuals to purchase and prepare nutritious meals for themselves and their families. Anyone who has the desire to have a great time, meet new people, learn new things and save money on meals is welcome to utilize the community kitchen. Groups contact Vera Deoll and she will aid with purchasing and preparing the meal of the groups choosing.

For more information contact Vera Deoll

Tel: (250) 554-3134 (local 3896)
Fax: (250) 554-1833

Fax: (250) 554-1833

Good Food Box

Distributed by the Salvation Army located at 344 Poplar Street, Kamloops, BC

Provides a box filled with items from the following groups: dairy, eggs, margarine, chicken/beef or pork, fresh fruit and vegetables. Open 10:00 am- 1:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Cost per box is $25.

For more information call (250) 554-1611

Kamloops Food Bank

The Kamloops Food Bank provides individuals and families with food hampers. Family days are Monday and Wednesday, couples and singles day are Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Food Bank is open to distribute hampers from 12-3 pm.

For more information visit 171 Wilson St., Kamloops BC or call (250) 376-2252.

Shop Smart Tours at Save on Foods

Shop Smart Tours are in place to help adults of all ages improve their shopping and their nutrition intake. Each tour is 60-90 min in length and is led by a Registered Dietician/Nutritionist. They will show groups what to look for on food labels, how to choose food to meet dietary requirements and answer questions about cholesterol, saturated fats, antioxidants and fibre. Specialty tours are also available for groups of five or more on: Diabetes, Heart Health, Women's Health, Weight Management, Vegetarianism, Sport Nutrition, Nutrition on a Budget and Feeding a Young Family.

For more information or to sign up for a tour visit the Customer Service Desk at Save on Foods or go to www.saveonfoods.com