Canada · All 13 Provinces & Territories

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.

2.5M
Canadian children lived in a food-insecure household in 2024
$1B
Federal commitment to the National School Food Program, 2024–2029
13/13
Provinces and territories with signed federal school food agreements
500K+
Students reached daily by Breakfast Club of Canada partner programs
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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.

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What's on this site

Canada's Food Guide

The official plate model, healthy eating habits, and how it applies to school-age kids.

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Food Safety

Clean, separate, cook, chill — safe temperatures and handling tips for school lunches.

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Why It Matters

The evidence on how nutrition programs improve learning, attendance, and wellbeing.

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Provinces & Territories

Program names, eligibility, funding, and how to access support where you live.

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Public Health Contacts

A directory of public health authority phone numbers and websites for every jurisdiction.

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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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