Global renewable energy company Drax supported the food banks in B.C. and Alberta during the holiday season. The company donated $65,000 to 12 food banks across the two provinces through its dedicated Community Fund. Drax’s Community Fund awarded more than $821,000 in donations in 2024, including more than $100,000 to food banks worldwide.
In Canada, Drax’s Community Fund has also supported vital organizations such as the Smithers School Lunch Program, youth initiatives, educational and employment services, charities focused on physical and mental health, and community organizations that enhance the areas where Drax operates. Locally, the team at Drax’s Lavington, British Columbia operation contributed to the food bank during the Emergency Services Food Drive in Lumby and Lavington. Drax is dedicated to supporting the communities where we live and work.
Following is a list of Canadian food banks that received funding this past holiday season:
- Armstrong Food Bank (Boys and Girls Club Okanagan)
- Lake District Family Enhancement Society
- WEE Community Food Bank
- High Level Native Friendship Centre
- Salvation Army Bulkley Valley
- Lumby Food Bank
- Nourish Food Bank (Quesnel)
- Salvation Army Prince George
- Princeton Food Bank
- Greater Vancouver Food Bank
- Salvation Army Prince Rupert
- Salvation Army Williams Lake
Source: Drax
