The London Food Bank's spring food drive, now in its 39th year, has seen a remarkable response from the community, collecting over 74,000 pounds of food as of Monday afternoon. This total is an increase of 2,000 pounds from the previous year, reflecting the generosity of Londoners. Glen Pearson, co-executive director of the London Food Bank, noted that the drive started strong, experienced a slight dip, but ultimately concluded with a successful finish. The need for food assistance is pressing, with demand rising by 9.5% in the first three months of 2026. Pearson indicated that this trend is expected to continue, as various organizations have warned that the demand may increase over the next four to five years. Although the spring drive has officially ended, donations are still welcome at participating grocery stores or fire halls in London, Ontario, Canada, and monetary contributions can be made online. Pearson expressed gratitude for the continued support from the community.