By Pepper Parr
August 19th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
The front line people are the people that really get it.
It’s in front of them every hour of every day.
A lot of those front line people are volunteers – that is what community and serving is really all about.
Robin Bailey, Executive Director of the Burlington Food Bank is participating in the annual Feed Ontario conference which will happen this week online in a virtual format. Today’s course is about “Getting Ready for the 2nd Wave”.
Beth Martin Snook – Burlington Together
Beth Martin Snook from Burlington Together made some comments earlier this week that bear repeating.
“As we head into September and beyond, let’s keep in mind that Covid-19, like the common cold, is operating solely in its best interest.
Corona virus: They are really good at spreading.
“Corona viruses are really, really good at what they do, which is: spreading.
“We WILL see new cases as schools reopen, it WILL spread. This isn’t a moral failing on anyone’s part. It’s just a virus, doing what it does best.
“Our best defenses continue to be hand washing, social distancing, masking, and supporting each other through what continues to be an extremely stressful moment in time.
“We may very well see a second wave, and if we do, we will be here to support the Burlington community and provide reliable resources.
“The Burlington Food Bank IS and WILL be ready to support our community.
“If you are in need or know of someone who could use our help PLEASE have them email us at info@burlingtonfoodbank.ca or call 905-637-2273 to make arrangements to have food dropped at their door or they can now pick it up. If you live in Burlington, we are here to help.”
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