Burnaby Means on Wheels

Meals on Wheels originated in Great Britain during World War II. The Womens Volunteer Service for Civil Defence, who delivered canteens and meals to British servicemen, expanded their service to provided food for people who had lost their homes in the London Blitz. After the war the service was continued for those who could not prepare meals for themselves, and adopted internationally.Burnaby Meals on Wheels started in February of 1968 when the United Way of the Lower Mainland called for a meeting of community organizations, church groups, and anyone who was interested, to discuss the need for a hot meal service for those residents of Burnaby who were unable to meet their own nutritional needs. A standing committee of the United Way was formed known as the Burnaby Meals on Wheels Committee. This committee began a hot lunchtime meal service commencing on May 6, 1968 for South-East Burnaby.

Call (604) 299-5754, or use the website.

Phone

(604) 299-5754

Website

http://burnabymeals.ca