Checked
Food banks and meal support in London
London, Ontario, Canada
London Food Bank visit requirements, student hours, Paul’s Place food services, Ark Aid contacts, current meal calendars and visit preparation.
Key information
London Food Bank requires identification for every family member at each visit and normally allows a visit every 30 days. Paul’s Place and Ark Aid provide other food support. Their services have different hours and intake rules. Use the contacts below and the current meal calendar to choose a service.
On this page
Food support locations and contacts
Quick comparison and full source records
| Service | Location | Contact and purpose |
|---|---|---|
| London Food Bank | 926 Leathorne Street, N5Z 3M5 | 519-659-4045; info@londonfoodbank.ca. Food bank intake and family food support. |
| Paul’s Place | 472 Richmond Street, N6A 3E6 | 226-504-0740; spss@stpaulscathedral.on.ca. Food bank and Fellowship Centre. |
| Ark Aid Mission | 696 Dundas Street, N5W 2Z4 | 519-667-0322. Meals and basic-needs services. |
| Information London | Online directory and meal calendars | Find additional food banks and the current month’s meal schedule. |
- London Food Bank identification and student access
- Paul’s Place food bank and contact details
- Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts
- Information London food banks and meal calendars
London Food Bank
926 Leathorne Street, N5Z 3M5
London Food Bank: 519-659-4045; info@londonfoodbank.ca. Food bank intake and family food support.
- Contact and purpose
- 519-659-4045; info@londonfoodbank.ca. Food bank intake and family food support.
Sources: London Food Bank address and contacts · Paul’s Place food bank and contact details · Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts · London Food Bank identification and student access
Paul’s Place
472 Richmond Street, N6A 3E6
Paul’s Place: 226-504-0740; spss@stpaulscathedral.on.ca. Food bank and Fellowship Centre.
- Contact and purpose
- 226-504-0740; spss@stpaulscathedral.on.ca. Food bank and Fellowship Centre.
Sources: London Food Bank address and contacts · Paul’s Place food bank and contact details · Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts · London Food Bank identification and student access
Ark Aid Mission
696 Dundas Street, N5W 2Z4
Ark Aid Mission: 519-667-0322. Meals and basic-needs services.
- Contact and purpose
- 519-667-0322. Meals and basic-needs services.
Sources: London Food Bank address and contacts · Paul’s Place food bank and contact details · Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts · London Food Bank identification and student access
Sources: London Food Bank address and contacts · Paul’s Place food bank and contact details · Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts · London Food Bank identification and student access
London Food Bank intake and visit frequency
Take one piece of identification for each family member, every time you visit. The Food Bank’s FAQ describes an intake interview and collection of relevant household information. Its normal visit interval is every 30 days.
The provider does not describe a simple income pass/fail test on that FAQ. If you lack a document, need food sooner or cannot attend in person, call to discuss the situation before travelling. Do not assume another agency’s rule is the same.
- Contact the Food Bank to confirm the current client service time or appropriate location.
- Prepare identification for everyone receiving help.
- Explain household size and any dietary or practical needs during intake.
- Ask what food and referral help is available and when you can next visit.
Sources: London Food Bank identification and student access · London Food Bank visit frequency and intake
University and college student access
| Question | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Is the student session operating on my date? | Holiday and term arrangements can change |
| What enrolment evidence will you accept? | Student-only intake requires proof |
| Can I use a weekday session instead? | Students are not limited to Saturdays |
The Food Bank lists a Saturday service from 9 to 11 a.m. specifically for university or college students. Students can also use weekday client service. Take a student card or other enrolment proof, plus identification for each additional family member.
The Saturday listing links to details that should be checked for the intended date. It is not a general Saturday opening for every household. Client hours and donation reception hours are different services.
Sources: London Food Bank identification and student access · London Food Bank address and contacts
Paul’s Place food bank and Fellowship Centre
Paul’s Place, also known as St. Paul’s Social Services, lists a food bank at 472 Richmond Street. Published food bank hours are Monday to Friday, 9 to 11:30 a.m., excluding holidays. Office hours are a separate 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The same provider operates the Fellowship Centre for hot lunches. Read its current lunch listing or call 226-504-0740 before attending. Confirm the lunch days, arrival process, identification and access needs separately from food bank pickup.
Sources: Paul’s Place food bank and contact details · Paul’s Place food bank · Paul’s Place Fellowship Centre
Ark Aid meals and basic-needs support
Ark Aid lists daily meals alongside clothing, hygiene support, case management and housing navigation. The contact address is 696 Dundas Street and the phone number is 519-667-0322.
Service hours and funding have changed during 2026. The provider’s updates and third-party directories do not always show the same drop-in hours. Confirm today’s meal service directly; donation reception opening is not evidence that a meal is being served.
Sources: Ark Aid Mission programs and contacts · Ark Aid Mission current service updates
Using the current meal calendar and neighbourhood services
| Detail | Ask |
|---|---|
| Service area | Do you serve my address or postal code? |
| Intake | Is an appointment, referral or registration needed? |
| Household evidence | Which ID or household documents should I bring? |
| Food needs | Can you help with allergies, infant food or other dietary needs? |
| Collection | Can someone collect on my behalf, and what must they bring? |
| Access | Which entrance is used, and is it step-free? |
London Food Bank directs readers to Information London for other emergency food resources. Use the meal calendar for the current month and the specific day, then confirm the provider if a visit depends on a particular time.
A food bank gives food to take home. A meal program serves food at a set session. A neighbourhood service may use a postal-code catchment or appointment system. Ask about those details when choosing where to go.
These questions are a preparation tool, not claims that each service offers every option.
Sources: London Food Bank identification and student access · London Food Bank visit frequency and intake
Planning collection and keeping information current
- Check the client service time, not only a building’s general hours.
- Keep documents and any appointment details together.
- Plan how to carry food home and check the bus journey in both directions.
- Tell the provider if you cannot use an offered food because of an allergy or lack of cooking/storage facilities.
- Ask for another referral if the current service cannot meet the need.
Sources: London Food Bank identification and student access · London Food Bank visit frequency and intake
Food support questions
Do I need identification on a repeat London Food Bank visit?
Yes. The provider asks for one piece of identification for every family member on every visit.
Can anyone use London Food Bank’s Saturday student service?
No. It is specifically for university or college students with enrolment evidence. Students can also attend weekday client service.
How often can I normally visit London Food Bank?
Its FAQ gives a normal interval of once every 30 days. Contact the provider about a different or urgent situation.
Where is London Food Bank’s main location?
The main location is 926 Leathorne Street. Call 519-659-4045 to confirm client service arrangements for your visit. Donation reception and food pickup can have different hours, so ask about the service you need.
Can someone else collect food for my household?
Ask the specific provider whether collection on your behalf is possible and which documents the collector must bring. Services have different intake and service-area rules. Confirm the arrangement before sending someone to collect.
Can college and university students use weekday food bank services?
Yes. Students are not limited to the listed Saturday student session. Bring student or enrolment evidence and identification for additional family members. Confirm the client service time for the date you plan to attend.
Where is Paul’s Place food bank in London?
It is at 472 Richmond Street. Food bank pickup and Fellowship Centre hot lunches have separate arrangements. Use the listing for the service you need or call 226-504-0740 to confirm the visit.
Can I use Ark Aid’s donation hours to plan a meal visit?
No. Donation reception and meal service are different. Ark Aid’s service arrangements have changed during 2026, so confirm the current meal session directly rather than relying on general building hours or an older directory entry.
What is the difference between a food bank and a meal program?
A food bank provides food to take home. A meal program serves food at a particular session. Choose the type you need, then confirm the service area, intake process and actual client hours.
What if I have allergies or cannot cook the food offered?
Tell the provider about allergies, dietary needs and cooking or storage limits during intake. Ask what suitable items or referrals are available. Availability differs between services and visits, so do not assume a particular food is guaranteed.