Ailsa Craig & Area Foodbank & Thrift Store

11/04/2026

🙏We are honoured and blessed.

Welcome home 🫶🏼

02/04/2026

We are closed for the holiday long weekend and will return Tuesday, April 7th. Have a safe and enjoyable time with family and friends.

19/03/2026

💕Come on in to the Ailsa Craig Thrift Store today and see what we have going on.

📣We have a large assortment of baby items for you at a greatly reduced price.

Mamma Bear Diaper Pail Refills only $3 each.

🤗We have toys, clothing, games, puzzles and a great assortment of books.

🎉Don’t forget 50% off of our winter collection.

19/03/2026

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦The staff and volunteers would like to extend a huge thank you to our community.

⁉️As we all know - life can be a little overwhelming sometimes - we want the community to know we are here for you.

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦Thank you for your food donations so we are able to provide the best possible food options for our clients.

🙏We are still in need of the following items if you have the means to help;

💕sugar

💕cheeze whiz

💕mayonnaise

💕shampoo and conditioner

💕body wash

💕dried peas, beans and barley

💕potatoes

🗣️We thank you in advance.

17/03/2026

🍀Happy St Patrick’s Day from the staff and volunteers at the Ailsa Craig Food Bank & Thrift Store.

👨‍❤️‍👨We are so grateful and feel lucky everyday with the love and support we receive from our community.

Blessings to All.

16/03/2026

📌Food Banks all across Canada are experiencing the same issues.

👨‍❤️‍👨This is a great article to combat some of the myths of Food Banks .

https://foodbankscanada.ca/5-myths-and-misconceptions-you-might-have-heard-about-food-banking/

When you think of food banks, what comes to mind? You’re not alone if it includes third-hand stories and assumptions that may or may not be true. Food banking plays a vital role in relieving hunger and supporting communities, but misconceptions often distort the picture, cloud the conversation and...

16/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month 🥕

👩‍👩‍👦‍👦Across Canada, millions of people are turning to food banks, and good nutrition matters more than ever.

Access to healthy, nourishing food isn’t a luxury; it’s essential for growth, learning, work, and overall well-being.

But when budgets are stretched, nutritious options are often the hardest to afford.

Food Banks Canada works with food banks and community organizations from coast to coast to coast to help ensure people have access not just to food, but to food that supports health and dignity.

This National Nutrition Month, you can help make nutritious food more accessible for families across the country.

💛 Donate.
🥫 Advocate.
🤝 Support your local food bank.

Together, we can help ensure everyone in Canada has the nourishment they need to thrive.

Visit Food Banks Canada to learn more: https://foodbankscanada.ca/how-to-help/

Please visit our website to see what we are doing in the
community:
https://ailsacraig.org/

13/03/2026

☘️Available NOW at the Thrift Store - Available in Small , Medium and Large.

📌Beacon Technology (15-20mmHg) compression socks are designed for athletes, offering graduated compression to improve circulation, reduce muscle fatigue, and speed up recovery. Featuring moisture-wicking material and sometimes silicone grips, these socks are suitable for running, cycling, and, notably, often feature lighthouse/beacon designs.

📣Key features and benefits of these socks include:

Performance & Recovery:

Designed to support muscles, improve blood flow, and reduce swelling during and after activity.

Material: made with breathable, moisture-wicking, and stretchy fabric to keep feet dry.

🦋Design: Often feature a 15-20 mmHg compression level.

🧦Versatility: Ideal for various sports including running, hiking, and soccer.

🏃‍♀️We have a few in stock
Brand New

$10.00

12/03/2026

We are grateful for the generous community support as the need of families continues growing.

The Easter Egg hunt has been cancelled due to rain, Thunderstorms and extremely wet conditions at the park. Please come to the thrift store to pick up your Easter Treat bags. Treat bags are available while supplies last. Open between 10- 12 today.