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Child hunger in Toronto nearly doubles in four years
Original: In 4 years we nearly doubled the number of hungry children in Toronto. 🧒 One can't sleep on an empty stomach or learn at
Advocates in Toronto report that the number of hungry children in the city has nearly doubled over the past four years. They warn that children cannot sleep or learn on empty stomachs, and that malnourished children grow into unhealthy adults. The post argues food support should not be treated as an entitlement issue, urging readers to back hunger relief efforts.
Why now: Rising child food insecurity in Toronto is prompting public concern and calls for support.
Evidence
- In 4 years we nearly doubled the number of hungry children in Toronto. 🧒 One can't sleep on an empty stomach or learn at school while hungry. Malnourished children become unhealthy adults & if you don't want to offer support, because no one should feel "entitled " to free food,… · TrueNorthSpice@mastodon.world · 9
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