'I can't afford food': Thousands of Calgarians seek help at produce giveaway
CTV
Thursday brought with it proof thousands of Calgarians are struggling under the weight of rising inflation, a housing crisis and high interest rates.
Thursday brought with it proof thousands of Calgarians are struggling under the weight of rising inflation, a housing crisis and high interest rates.
More than 3,000 people turned up to a free vegetable and fruit pick-up event in the northeast.
Some say without help, they won't be able to feed themselves much longer.
"I just got laid off work and produce is expensive," Crystal Bird said.
"I'm going through a lot, especially with rent increases and with produce and gas prices. It's a struggle and every dollar counts."
"I can't afford food," Chelsey James said.
"I live on my own. ... I can't even afford rent."
