Is it time for Canada to consider something like government food stamps to address hunger?

Atul Bir says 10 years ago, he would have said no. Charity is a better response. We’re looking out for each other.

But today? Demand for food banks has soared, and that’s changing his mind.

“People don’t realize that there are this many people that are hungry,” said the Calgary businessman who recently stopped to talk with CBC News about the issue.

“We all need to contribute, but more importantly, the government needs to consider that if we have hungry people … feeding them is the number one priority, next to shelter and clothing.”

Organizations sound alarm as nearly 32% of Calgarians struggle to afford food

Small town food banks struggle to keep up as demand hits new highs

Food bank use doubl

See Full Page