About York Region Food for Learning

York Region Food for Learning is a diverse community partnership dedicated to supporting breakfast and snack programs in schools. Our members represent local school boards, schools, community organizations, York Region, and Student Nutrition Programs. We meet monthly to discuss challenges and solutions to advance Student Nutrition throughout York Region. From time to time, we secure donations/grants so that we may help schools in need.

Programs are carried out at York Region schools and other sites across the 9 municipalities of: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King Township, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, and Whitchurch-Stouffville.

VISION STATEMENT

All students in York Region will have access to inclusive nutrition programs within the school community that support their learning and health.

HOW WE HELP SCHOOLS IN YORK REGION

• Provide resources via this website

• Advocate for student nutrition programs

• Build local partnerships

• Secure funding and assist schools with funds, food donations and equipment (when possible/available)

Learn more about York Region Food for Learning and Student Nutrition Programs from this infographic (Nov. 2023)

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