Loaves and Fishes Sydney

Loaves and Fishes Sydney Loaves and Fishes is a non-profit organization based in Sydney, NS that provides meals for those in need every day of the year.

In 1981, a group of concerned citizens came together to discuss the growing problems of people going hungry with no means to help themselves. In December 1981, Loaves and Fishes Community Kitchen, a non-profit restaurant, opened it's doors for the first time, serving a noon-time meal. It started as a pilot project to only last a few months but the need became apparent and is still in operation today,

At present the kitchen is serving 50,000 plus meals annually.

02/11/2026

Community Spotlight: Loaves and Fishes Sydney

This week, our Community Spotlight shines on Loaves and Fishes Sydney, an incredible non-profit that has been a haven for those needing a helping hand since 1981.

They are so much more than a community kitchen; they are a vital hub that operates every day of the year, offering warm, nutritious meals, foodstuffs to go, and even clothing. Their dedicated volunteers and staff ensure that nobody leaves hungry.

The Impact:
They dish up more than 44,000 meals every year for our neighbours in the CBRM.
They provide a space of dignity and respect at their facility on Charlotte Street.
The work of Loaves and Fishes is an essential part of the community care we envision at the Haven for All Initiative. Their tireless efforts to address food security and poverty are an inspiration to us all.

They rely almost entirely on volunteers and monetary/food donations to keep their doors open. Please join us in sharing your support for this essential organization.

Image credit: Photo sourced from the Loaves and Fishes website.



📧 Contact: [email protected]

02/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who contributed to recent food drives collecting 10 carts of nonperishable items and over $2000 in gift cards and cash, to support local food banks and the senior population in our community.

Events were coordinated by the CBRM Senior Safety Navigator in partnership with the CBRPS and Sobeys stores in New Waterford, Glace Bay, Sydney and North Sydney. Donations will benefit the New Waterford, Glace Bay and North Sydney Food Banks, Glace Bay Town House, Loaves & Fishes and the Louisbourg Seniors Branch #62.

01/26/2026

Bring your non-perishable food donations to Sobeys in your community and help support local food banks and seniors!
- Thursday, Jan. 29, 9am-4pm - New Waterford & Glace Bay Sobeys
- Friday, Jan. 30, 9am-4pm - Sydney & North Sydney Sobeys

This event is organized by the CBRM Senior Safety Program, in partnership with Cape Breton Regional Police and Sobeys.

Donations will benefit local organizations:
- New Waterford Food Bank
- Glace Bay Food Bank
- Glace Bay Town House
- Loaves & Fishes
- Louisbourg Seniors Branch #62
- North Sydney Food Bank

Thank you for helping make a difference in our community.

01/22/2026

The Sydney Sunrise Rotary Club likes to start the year off on the right foot. During the season of giving, Club member Kimberly Trimm provided a $2,500 cheque to Marguerite MacDonald of Loaves and Fishes. It's the club's annual donation to this very vital organization. Members also supplies and serve clients several times a year. When you support the Rotary Clubs of Cape Breton, you're helping us build a better community. To find out more, come join us, we meet every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. At the NSCC Waterfront campus, building b, 5th floor boardroom.

12/24/2025
12/24/2025

Christmas Dinner !! Some music to go along with it. Merry Christmas!! To our donors, volunteers, staff and clients. This Christmas Dinner is sponsored in memory of Winnie and Lloyd MacDonald.

Merry Christmas!!

12/23/2025

Thank you to our members and staff for your generous donations to our Loaves and Fishes Food Drive. Together, we are making a real difference for those in our community who need us most. Your kindness and support truly matter.

12/21/2025

Supporting organizations like Loaves and Fishes means supporting the heart of our community. We’re proud to help them continue their important work!

Big thank you to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1928 for their generous donation. We really a...
12/18/2025

Big thank you to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1928 for their generous donation. We really appreciate it.

Pictured above presenting a cheque to General Manager - Marco Amati is Danny Pimentel, Phil Young and Business Manager Jim Sponagle.

Address

139 Charlotte Street
Sydney, NS
B1P1C2

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12pm
Tuesday 10am - 12pm
Wednesday 10am - 12pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
Friday 10am - 12pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm
Sunday 10am - 12pm

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