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Advocates, teacher unions call for free school breakfast, lunch for Ontario students | CityNews

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Advocacy groups, teachers’ unions and food banks are calling on the Ontario government to provide a free breakfast and lunch program in schools across the province. In a letter sent to Education Minister Stephen Lecce and Children Minister Michael Parsa on Wednesday, the collection of organizations said many children in Ontario are facing food insecurity that forces them to rely on food banks for their nutritional needs.

Read the full article here: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2023/05/24/ontario-free-school-breakfast-lunch/ 

Rising food prices hit more than your grocery bill | About That

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Rising food prices in Canada are impacting student nutrition programs and the kids who rely on them. More and more students are going to school hungry — and with the rising cost to feed each student, organizers of school meal programs are worried they won’t be able to keep up with the demand. A National School Food Program for Canada could be the saving grace. 

CBC’s ‘About That’ team recently spoke to students, staff and experts across the country about the impact of inflation on school meal programs, and what will happen if meal program budgets run dry. 

Watch the full segment here: https://youtu.be/T07azHzFqm4 

Food inflation in Canada shows signs of easing, but grocery prices to remain high | CP24

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Statistics Canada reports that, in February, the cost of groceries rose 10.6% compared with a year before, with pantry staples increasing by nearly double the overall inflation rate for food purchased from stores. Though the food inflation rate is down from January, the price of food continues to rise.  Student Nutrition Programs struggle to keep up with demand.

To read more, click below:

https://www.cp24.com/news/food-inflation-in-canada-shows-signs-of-easing-but-grocery-prices-to-remain-high-1.6322590

With food costs soaring and no national program, Canadian schools struggle to feed students | Globe and Mail

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As we approach the end of the school year, Student Nutrition Programs (SNPs) are facing tighter budgets due to rising food prices, and increased demand from families struggling to keep food on the table. A National School Food Program could help ensure that SNPs can continue to provide nourishing food to children, every school day.

To read more, click below:
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-school-food-programs-rising-costs/

Loblaw faces fresh price hikes, signalling food inflation won’t easy any time soon | CP24

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This week, Statistics Canada reported that grocery prices rose 11.4% in January, when compared to last year. Among those prices, the cost of bread rose 18.1%, eggs rose 15.6%, and fresh or frozen chick costs increased 14%. As food inflation continues without an end in sight, many families are struggling to make ends meet.

To read more, click here. 

Canada’s inflation rate slowed to 5.9% in January, but food costs continue to rise | CBC News

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No slowdown in cost of groceries. Inflation slows to 5.9% in January, but grocery prices are up 11.4% compared to last year and show no sign of cooling down. Student nutrition programs continue to struggle.

To read more, click below:
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/canada-inflation-january-1.6754818 

Food costs for family of four to jump by $1,000 in 2023: report | Global News

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This year, inflation reached a 40 year high, with food prices soaring by 10%.  In 2023, food costs for a family of four will jump by $1,000 to over $16,000. Many families are struggling to keep food on the table, and it’s never been more important to make sure children have Student Nutrition Programs. To help, visit https://studentnutritionontario.ca/get-involved/

To learn more, click here:
https://globalnews.ca/news/9321958/canada-food-price-report-2023/

Egg Farmers of Ontario Commit $75,000 to help Nourish Children in Student Nutrition Programs.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Friday, October 14th, 2022

St. Catharines, Friday, October 14th, 2022 – To celebrate World Egg Day, Egg Farmers of Ontario (EFO) will be visiting DSBN Academy in St. Catharines on Friday October 14th at 7:30 a.m. EFO will be presenting a cheque for $75,000 to Student Nutrition Ontario (SNO): the final installment of their $225,000 three-year commitment to Student Nutrition Programs across the Province. Thanks to EFO’s generous support, hungry students across Ontario will have access to nourishing meals this school year.

“As egg farmers, we understand the importance of nutritious food and its impact on student success,” said EFO Chair Scott Helps. “We recognize that support for Student Nutrition Programs is more important than ever to ensure Ontario students have the means to access healthy, high-quality food.”

Food costs are rising, and many families are struggling to keep food on the table. Each school day, around one-million children in Ontario, age 3 to 18, access nourishing food through Student Nutrition Programs (SNPs). As SNPs face rising program costs, as well as heightened need, EFO’s support has a big impact and helps keep hungry tummies fed.

“One in six households are struggling with food insecurity in Ontario.”, says Catherine Parsonage, Student Nutrition Ontario Chair. “Thousands of hungry children across Ontario rely on Student Nutrition Programs each school day. Support from great partners like Egg Farmers of Ontario helps ensure children have access to nourishing food, no matter the circumstances.”

About Egg Farmers of Ontario: Egg Farmers of Ontario is a non-profit organization that represents the over 500 egg and pullet farm families across Ontario.  It is an independent, self-governing organization funded entirely by egg and pullet farmers.

About Student Nutrition Ontario: Student Nutrition Ontario exists to nourish students across the province. We are a network of 14 not-for-profits that support over 1,000,000 students aged 3-18, who receive healthy meals at school. We support their success by offering nutritious foods; teaching healthy eating habits and building supportive communities. We believe that every child deserves equal opportunity and must begin their day nourished – a foundation for success. With the support of 39 community partners, and over 56,000 dedicated volunteers, we are addressing student hunger in Ontario.

For additional information contact:

Pam Passerino 
Communications Team Lead | Egg Farmers of Ontario
905-858-9791 ext. 258 | ppasserino@getcracking.ca

Tyler Arsenault
Manager, Regional Student Nutrition Program| Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H.
tarsenault@hnreach.on.ca | 519-587-2441  Ext. 408