Food and Essentials Support

The Community Market

In partnership with Feed Nova Scotia and the J&W Murphy Foundation, Family SOS hosts a free Community Market every Friday from 12:00–2:00 p.m. at 4 Cranberry Court. Each week, more than 130 families receive fresh food support, with over 550 families registered.

Thanks to our partners and donors, households receive staples like eggs, milk, potatoes, apples, bananas, and pasta, with snacks and meats available as supplies allow. The Community Market is proudly supported by Second Harvest, Grocery Foundation Atlantic, RBC Community Grant, and the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia.

The Community Market

Pre-Registration is now required for the Community Market.
Registration opens Monday at 10:00 AM and closes Wednesday at 4:00 PM.

Food pick-up day stays the same: Friday between 12:00 Noon and 2:30 PM,  depending on your timeslot.

How to Register:

  • Online: Complete the registration form here.

  • In Person: Visit us Tuesdays between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM at 4 Cranberry Court.

  • By Phone: Call 902-455-5515 ext. 325 on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Important Details:

  • Each household may register once per week.

  • Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before your appointment time.

  • Bring your own reusable bags for groceries.

  • Households are served according to their timeslot.

  • Walk-ins will be served after 1:00pm, only if food remains available.

For more information about accessing the Market or Volunteering, please contact Kamila at kamila@familysos.ca or 902-455-5515 ext. 325.

The Lunchbox Project

Thanks to the generous and ongoing support of the J&W Murphy Foundation, our onsite chef prepares free, vegetarian healthy meals for more than 600 students and community members each week.

From September to June, these nutritious lunches are served:

  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays at J.L. Ilsley High School

  • During our Community Market in Spryfield

Each meal is made with care and a focus on freshness, balance, and flavor. Some community favourites include wraps, stir-fries with rice, curries, and our much-loved macaroni and cheese.

The Lunchbox Project helps nourish both bodies and community connections, ensuring everyone has access to healthy food made with heart.

Car Seat Safety Checks

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children, but using the right car seat correctly can reduce the risk of injury by up to 71%. A 2024 Canadian roadside study of more than 1,000 children found that while 97% were buckled in some way:

  • 81% of car seats and booster seats had at least one misuse,

  • 44% of booster seat users had misrouted seat belts, and

  • 37% of children in seat belts did not fit safely without a booster.

These numbers show that caregivers are doing their best, but many simply need more support and guidance — and we’re here to help.

Our Car Seat Safety Checks helps you:

  • Ensure your child’s car seat is properly installed

  • Learn how to adjust it as your child grows

  • Get hands-on guidance and answers to your questions

Reserve your spot today at kamila@familysos.ca and drive with confidence knowing your child is safely secured.