A universal lunch program is expected to launch throughout Nova Scotia's elementary schools in the fall. But many questions remain regarding how children will access the service.
RELATED — Nova Scotia is gearing up to launch a province-wide universal school lunch program as part of the recently announced 2024-25 budget. Although advocates are calling it a "great first step", some are saying more work needs to be done to address food insecurity.
“Now that my kids get a little bit older, they also pay attention to what their peers have or how they comment on their food. All of a sudden, things aren’t that great anymore because they say, ‘That’s gross, what are you eating?’,” she explained.Although parents of elementary school children received a letter from the province last week outlining the main elements of the universal school program, Schneider said several questions remain.
Schneider said she hopes students will be receiving a healthy balance of cooked meals and less pre-packaged products that contribute to excessive waste.
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