The recession has hit many businesses hard, but it’s been an unwanted boon for one operation.

The Salvation Army has experienced a 26 per cent hike in demand at its Vernon food bank so far this year, and 47 per cent at its Enderby facility.

“Not too many people have seen a 26 per cent wage increase and we haven’t raised 26 per cent more,” said David MacBain, community ministries director. Read full story…

Source: BCLocalNews.com