These are some of the challenges Canadian food banks are facing

It's a tough time right now for food banks as Canadians continue to practice physical distancing and panic buying has made it hard to find some perishable foods. Concern over a shortage of volunteers, supplies, and an expected increase in reliance on these services has caused Canadian food banks to put out a call for help. Neil Hetherington, the CEO of Daily Bread Food Bank, says logistics is the biggest problem facing the organization, especially with some staff in self-isolation.Daily Bread has a tent set up outside the now isolated-building to be able to safely give food to vulnerable families. Their core staff is “locked in” - that is, staying in the building - sleeping there in cots. They know if they leave, people will have no access to food, so they have to stay in the building.As of Monday, March 23rd, Daily Bread had 15 days-worth of food left. With the number of people with precarious work, and possible layoffs – that could pose a problem in the weeks and months ahead if the outbreak continues. People are encouraged to drop off donations to their local fire halls and grocery stores, but expect delays in pick-ups. Cash donations/online donations are encouraged, but they welcome any donations from the public. People can even order food donations through Amazon and it will be delivered to the food bank.To support Daily Bread Food Bank, you can donate here.[video_embed id='1916454']BEFORE YOU GO: Yes, there’s a right way you should be washing your hands[/video_embed]