The food bank was donated to help people in the community who are struggling financially to access food and other supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. The large food bank box had its legs sawed off and was pushed over in the snow. Punj says the food bank wasn't approved by the board and there were concerns being raised about homeless people being attracted to the food bank and entering the building. The food bank opened last month and was endorsed by Ward 5 Coun. The association's Syed Najam Hassan says the food bank and library he built were gifts to help people in need.

Source: CBC News February 22, 2021 12:00 UTC