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The Town of BWG is thrilled to announce the Bradford Community Fridge!
Sponsored by Gwillimdale Farms, in partnership with The Helping Hand Food Bank, and with support from the BWG Public Library and the Town, the Bradford Community Fridge was officially opened to the public on Thursday afternoon, during a grand opening ceremony!
Located outside of the BWG Public Library and Cultural Centre, the Community Fridge is a pivotal project focused on strong community support and enhancing food accessibility to BWG residents.
In the spirit of giving, we invite all residents to participate by donating surplus, non-perishable, and perishable food items.
Using the Community Fridge
The Bradford Community Fridge is open to all. Feel free to drop off donations or access food 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.It's of the upmost importance that as a community, we maintain the quality and safety of the food items within the fridge. To ensure the health and safety of those who use the community fridge, there are some items that are not accepted. A full list is provided below.
*Please note items must be in original packaging with the expiry date visible.
| Acceptable Foods | Foods Not Accepted |
|---|---|
| Fresh produce | Raw meat or seafood |
| Dry goods: pasta, dried beans | Frozen foods |
| Non-perishables: canned soups, stews, vegetables, fruits | Dairy and eggs |
| Granola bars, crackers, cookies | Home-made food |
| Canned meat, canned pasta | Expired food |
| Canned pasta | Dented cans |
| Instant macaroni and cheese | Moldy produce |
| Instant noodles | Opened packaged foods |
| Pre-packaged breads and pastries | Alcohol |
| New personal care items (pantry) | Medications, vitamins, supplements |
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