About Us
KLFS is a not-for-profit organization of volunteers from across the City of Kawartha Lakes. We operate from a centralized distribution centre, where we collect food from reclamation sources, buy food in bulk, sort and store food, promote awareness of hunger and its impact, and coordinate fundraising.
We provide food to member organizations on a monthly, fair share basis.
Kawartha Lakes Food Source respects the privacy of our clients, donors, and volunteers. Our Privacy and Confidentiality Policy is available upon request.
Our Mission
Kawartha Lakes Food Source strives to reduce hunger in the City of Kawartha Lakes by:
Maintaining a central distribution centre to support member organizations that provide food to those in need,
raising public awareness about food insecurity through education,
working in concert with our community, and
addressing local needs through the creation and implementation of resilience-based programs.
Our Values
The programs and services we deliver reflect the values of our organization:
Collaboration with those who serve the food insecure
Accountability to all stakeholders
Respect for all
Equity, diversity, and inclusion
Support for positive change
Kawartha Lakes Food Source is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics as mentioned in the Employment Equity Act.
Meet Our Team
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Derrick Taylor
Distribution Centre Manager
Derrick grew up in Durham Region Port Perry/Blackstock area and has now lived in Kawartha Lakes for 23 years. Before joining our team, he spent 15 years farming and worked for Noma Industries in Stouffville. Derrick has dedicated 18 years to foster care and has raised 5 children as well as one son of his own.
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Ashley Anderson
LCFM Manager
Ashley is a mother of three and a trained horticulturist. She and her family enjoy spending time in nature and cooking meals together. Having lived experience has given Ashley a passion for helping others connect with the resources they need. Knowing that she is making a positive difference in the lives of others and working alongside the friendly volunteers in the distribution centre makes her work meaningful and enjoyable.
Our Current Board
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Chair
Bjorn is a long-time resident of the City of Kawartha Lakes, where he has lived and worked for over 40 years. Recently retired from owning and operating his own business, Bjorn remains an active and engaged member of the community. He is a volunteer, contributing his time to the Coboconk Food Bank for the past five years and actively participating in the Lindsay Optimist Club’s sports programs.
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Vice Chair
Bio to come
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Secretary
Bio coming soon.
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Treasurer
Kenna grew up in Whitby and moved to the Lindsay area in 2024. After receiving her Bachelor of Business Administration at Wilfrid Laurier University with a specialization in accounting, Kenna has achieved her Chartered Professional Accountant designation and has been working at MNP LLP (formerly BDO Canada LLP) since 2020. Her expertise is in audit serving for many not-for-profit clients. In her spare time, Kenna plays hockey and enjoys travelling.
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Director
Wesley Letsholo is a Product & Service Procurement expert. Known for Solution Based Business Approached.
He is the owner of LGS Group. Wesley connects Canadian Manufacturers with Distributors and Resellers in the Caribbean and South Africa.
He helps businesses to increase their Product & Service Profile by facilitating the sales process and building meaningful relationships with customers. Wesley has 20 years in the Sales & Service Industry and a Diploma in Business Management.
Wesley is passionate about his community. He is a member of Community Care Foundation Board, Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KHLCI) Board and a Rotarian.
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Director
Heather officially joined the Lindsay community in 2021 with her husband after selling their business' of 15 plus years in Ajax. Since her retirement, and subsequent move to Lindsay, she has volunteered at Vicky's Value and the Ross Memorial Hospital. Service has always been part of her life starting with Girl Guides and 15 years as a Rotarian. Her motto of life is "Smile it's Contagious".
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Director
Bio to come
Those wishing to communicate with the Board are invited to do so through the Executive Director.
Please call 705-324-0707 or fill out the form on the contact page.
Looking for help?
Your local food bank is here for you. From connecting you with a local food bank to accessing program recipes and events, we are committed to reducing food insecurity in our region.
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Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that Kawartha Lakes Food Source operates on the stolen and ancestral lands of the Mississauga Nishnaabeg, Wendake-Nionwentsïo and Haudenosaunee people. The legacy of colonialism and its continued impact on Indigenous Nations is something that we must continuously work to reconcile. Please consult native-land.ca as you either begin or continue your anti-colonial journey.