Understanding student nutrition programs, coast to coast to coast.
A free, non-commercial guide to Canada's Food Guide, safe food handling, and every province and territory's student nutrition program — with real contacts for public health, and a chat assistant to help you find answers fast.
Select a province or territory
Every jurisdiction runs its student nutrition program a little differently. Tap yours to see how it works, how to access it, and who to contact for public health information.
What's on this site
Canada's Food Guide
The official plate model, healthy eating habits, and how it applies to school-age kids.
Read the guide →Food Safety
Clean, separate, cook, chill — safe temperatures and handling tips for school lunches.
Learn the basics →Why It Matters
The evidence on how nutrition programs improve learning, attendance, and wellbeing.
See the benefits →Provinces & Territories
Program names, eligibility, funding, and how to access support where you live.
Browse all 13 →Public Health Contacts
A directory of public health authority phone numbers and websites for every jurisdiction.
Get contact info →Ask the Assistant
Use the chat bubble in the corner to ask questions — answers come only from this site's own information.
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