Feeding Futures is a historic commitment by the Provincial government over three years for school districts to create new, or expand existing, school food programs.
The Guiding Principles of Feeding Futures are:
- Students have daily access to food in a non-stigmatizing manner.
- Programs support BC foods, local communities, economies, and food system resilience.
- Foods served are nutritious and support learning.
- Programs are flexible, adaptable, and respectful of local contexts and needs.
- Programs centre and include diverse voices including students, families, First Nation Rightsholders, Indigenous partners, and community partners.
What is happening so far in School District No. 83?
Breakfast Clubs
Every school in SD83 has a daily breakfast club. This ensures all students are fueled and ready to learn.
Soupermeals
This is a free shared hot lunch program. It is provided by the Shuswap Food Action Society. The program delivers hot soup made from local ingredients. It also includes buns, fruit, and vegetables delivered to participating schools.
School-wide Feasts
Sharing and celebrating food together is an important tradition. This brings our school communities together. It builds school culture.
School Food Working Group
This is a diverse parent advisory group for the Feeding Futures program.
Indigenous Food Knowledge Learning Circle
This is new this year! Stay tuned!