Organization: St Joseph's Community Food Bank
Phone Numbers: 613-732-3807
Email: stjosephsfoodbank3@gmail.com
Website: stjosephsfoodbank.ca
Address:
295 1st Ave N
Pembroke, ON
K8A 6X9
Intersection: First Ave N and Front St
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon 9am-12noon * Tue if Mon is a holiday * Thu 4pm-6pm
Executives: René Lachapelle - President, Superintendant of Operations
Public Contacts: Ken Lovely - Secretary Treasurer
Service Description: Emergency food bank for those in need of supplies
  • three to five days worth of food according to the number of people in the household 
  • Clients must show proper ID for all members of the household
  • Christmas Basket Program 
  • seeks monetary donations and donations of food throughout the year
  • volunteering opportunities



Fees: None
Application: To use the food bank: ID (including for dependent children) * bring own reusable grocery bags if possible * people are encouraged to limit their food bank use to twice a month

Christmas Basket Program: to apply for a Christmas basket, call or visit the Food Bank in early November, during their regular hours

To donate: donations can be picked up: call and leave a message
Eligibility / Target Population: No restrictions * residents of Pembroke and immediate area (people from other communities may consult the list "Other Food Banks", under: Guidelines for Use, on website)
Languages: English ; French
Language Notes: French reception
Area Served: Pembroke
See Also: Food Banks
Last Updated: 8/11/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=210281

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