Before the doors open to the public at Metro Plus in Beaconsfield, dozens of volunteers are combing the aisles.

They’re busy stocking up on groceries for those who can’t do it themselves during the coronavirus pandemic.

“I’m healthy, I’m able to go out. So I want the people who can’t get out, or those who are more vulnerable, to stay home,” said volunteer Meaghan Walsh.

It’s all part of a community food program created by TrashTalk Montreal, an organization committed to cleaning up waste.

Its founder says when the pandemic struck and the group’s members heard grocery stores couldn’t keep up with online orders, they shifted their mission.

“Given that the COVID-19 crisis happened so swiftly, for a volunteer organization, there’s nothing more important than to help,” said TrashTalk founder Lucas Hygate.

To further its reach, TrashTalk teamed up with Hear-Québec, another non-profit volunteer organization.

Together, they offer a free grocery service for seniors, single moms, essential workers, people with disabilities and those who are vulnerable.

“There were no rotten tomatoes — they were all the nice ones,” said Atkin.

“In fact, they picked out the food much better than I would,” added Allen.

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