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Seva Response Unit (SRU)

Beyond a food bank—responding with care, compassion, and community.

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About SRU

The Seva Response Unit is an initiative of Seva Food Bank that exists to provide rapid, compassionate, and culturally informed support to individuals and families navigating crisis, transition, or urgent need. Through a team of trained volunteers and partnerships with other agencies, SRU helps connect people to safety, services, and support—when they need it most.

Support Services We Offer

Our SRU is powered by compassionate volunteers dedicated to providing specialized support. We can assist you with:

High-priority support services

Support for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence & Sexual Violence

Confidential, trauma-informed support for individuals experiencing intimate partner violence, gender-based violence, or abuse.
- Emotional and mental health support
- Referrals to safe shelters and legal aid
- Resources for empowerment and independence

Mental Health Support

Raising awareness and connecting individuals to mental health support services tailored to their needs.

- Workshops and awareness events
- Support for women, men, parents, and survivors
- Connections to culturally appropriate care and crisis lines

Unhomed Support

Compassionate outreach for individuals and families facing homelessness.

- Connection to emergency shelters and food
- Help accessing hygiene products and clothing
- Respectful, consistent outreach from our team

General Awareness

International Student Support

Support for newcomers and international students navigating housing, employment, healthcare, and mental wellness. Resume and job search help

- Mental health support and referrals
- Help finding safe housing
- Guidance on legal, academic, and community resources

Client Navigation Services

Helping you connect with the right resources beyond food—including housing, legal aid, healthcare, and more.

- Referrals to local services
- Guidance based on your unique needs
- One-on-one navigation support

Indigenous Relations

Supporting local Indigenous communities in partnership with Peel Police and other organizations.

- Awareness and relationship-building events
- Cultural learning and advocacy initiatives
- Community collaboration

Youth
Development

Programs that engage and empower youth through mentorship, skill-building, and creativity.

- Creative workshops
- Leadership development
- Partnerships with youth programs and PRP events for Youth Empowerment.

Need Help? We’re Here.

If you or someone you know needs help with any of the services listed above, please reach out.  Even if your need isn’t listed above, reach out—we’ll listen, connect, and figure it out together.

Email: sru@sevafoodbank.com 
Call:  905-361-7382 x7

or Complete the inquiry form and our team will get in touch

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Seva Community Education | Skills for a Stronger Future

Help Us Cook Up Brighter Futures

Your donation to Seva’s Community Education Program helps us deliver free culinary and life skills training to youth, seniors, and newcomers in our community.

Each dollar supports hands-on classes in our commercial kitchen, designed to build confidence, improve health, and open doors to employment.

|Over 500 individuals are counting on this program to build a better future. Your support makes that possible.

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Drop-off Locations

BRAMPTON:

Singh Farm: 60 Cottrelle Blvd. Brampton ON L6S 0E1

Asian Food Centre: 80 Pertosa Dr., Brampton ON L6X 5E9

Subzi Mandi: 515 Ray Lawson Blvd., Brampton ON L6Y 3T5

Subzi Mandi: 8897 The Gore Road, Brampton ON L6P 2L1

Subzi Mandi: 1098 Peter Robertson Blvd., Brampton ON L6R 1G6

India Bazaar: 10405 Kennedy Road North, Brampton ON L6Z 4N7

Subzi Mandi: 9825 Chinguacousy Road, Brampton ON L6X 0V1

Indian Frootland: 1465 Mayfield Rd, Brampton, ON L7A 0C4

Asian Food Centre: 2120 N Park Dr. Brampton ON L6S 0C9

Subzi Mandi: 6465 Mayfield Rd Brampton ON L7C 0Z7

Green Valley Supermarket: 11665 McVean Dr. Unit 68 Brampton, ON L6P 4N5

ETOBICOKE:

Asian Food Centre: 10 Westmore Drive, Etobicoke ON M9V 3Z7

Food World Supermarket: 6628 Finch Ave W Unit 1, Etobicoke, ON M9W 0B3

MISSISSAUGA:

Subzi Mandi: 1525 Bristol Road W, Mississauga ON L5M 4Z1

Great Punjab Supermarket: 2960 Drew Rd Unit 157 Mississauga ON L4T 0A5

Chalo FreshCo: 5602 Tenth Line W, Mississauga, ON L5M 7L9

Fresh Food Centre: 12570 Kennedy Rd Caledon ON L7C 4C4

Seva Food Bank (Malton): 2832 Slough St., Mississauga, ON L4T 1G3

 

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Our Most Needed Items

  • Rice
  • Atta (flour)
  • Salt
  • Sugar
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Lentils
  • Instant Noodles
  • Canned tomatoes
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Beans / Chickpeas
  • Pasta
  • Pasta Sauce
  • Soap & Shampoo
  • Baby formula
  • Diapers (any size)
  • Hygiene products
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Make a Lasting Impact – One Meal at a Time

Your donation helps Seva Food Bank provide over 100,000 pounds of nutritious, culturally appropriate food each month to more than 1,000 families facing food insecurity.

From monthly food supply and hot meals for seniors to nutrition education and community outreach, your support powers essential programs that bring dignity, health and hope to those in need.

No one should have to choose between paying rent and putting food on the table. Your gift today provides critical relief and helps build a more just, nourished community.

Donate now – every dollar makes a difference.