1-What’s in Season?
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Canadian Food Focus
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In Canada, we have four distinct seasons. When we’re eating fruits and vegetables in season, it means we get to…
In Canada, we have four distinct seasons. When we’re eating fruits and vegetables in season, it means we get to enjoy them at their peak freshness. Plus, eating seasonally is sustainable, and it’s great to be able to support our local farmers! This resource from Canadian Food Focus tells you what foods are in-season at different times of the year.
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2-What’s for Lunch
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Find tips for making and packing healthy lunches.
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3-Wake up to Breakfast Everyday
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Find tips to starting your day off right with a healthy breakfast.
Find tips to starting your day off right with a healthy breakfast.
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4-Vancouver Food and sustainable food systems
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City of Vancouver
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Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Planning & Evaluation
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An example of how Vancouver is creating a system for producing, processing, distributing, and consuming food that is environmentally, socially,…
An example of how Vancouver is creating a system for producing, processing, distributing, and consuming food that is environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable as a City priority.
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5-UnlockFood.ca
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Unlockfood.ca
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Healthy Eating,
Wellness Resource
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UnlockFood.ca (formerly EatRightOntario.ca) is a bilingual award winning website brought to you by Dietitians of Canada. On UnlockFood.ca you’ll…
UnlockFood.ca (formerly EatRightOntario.ca) is a bilingual award winning website brought to you by Dietitians of Canada.
On UnlockFood.ca you’ll find information on nutrition, food and healthy eating as well as recipes, videos and interactive healthy eating tools. The content is written and reviewed by dietitians using the trusted information in the Practice-based Evidence in Nutrition (PEN®) database.
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6-Understanding Health and Wellness From the Perspective of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada
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First Nations Health Authority
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Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Indigenous Community Wellness
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The First Nations Perspective on Health and Wellness aims to visually depict and describe the First Nations Health Authority. This…
The First Nations Perspective on Health and Wellness aims to visually depict and describe the First Nations Health Authority. This visual depiction of the Perspective on Health and Wellness is a tool for the FNHA and First Nations Communities. It aims to create shared understanding of an holistic vision of wellness. This image is just a snapshot of a fluid concept of wellness: it can be adapted and customized freely and is not confined to remain the same.
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7-Traditional Aboriginal Diets and Health
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National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health
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Active Living,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Indigenous Community Wellness
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Aboriginal peoples in Canada have undergone a significant nutritional transition whereby traditional diets and associated physical activities have been replaced…
Aboriginal peoples in Canada have undergone a significant nutritional transition whereby traditional diets and associated physical activities have been replaced with patterns of consumption that increase the risk of developing chronic disease. Understanding this transition, and the benefits associated with traditional diets, is important for developing interventions to prevent chronic disease in Aboriginal communities.
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8-Tips to Spend Less Money On Food
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Alberta Health Services
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Active Eating,
Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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This resource offers general tips, meal planning, tips for buying healthy foods and food prep and safe storage.
This resource offers general tips, meal planning, tips for buying healthy foods and food prep and safe storage.
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9-The Energy Drink Buzz Handout
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth
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Engergy drinks often claim to give you extra energy, help you to concentrate and feel alert. This resource shares information…
Engergy drinks often claim to give you extra energy, help you to concentrate and feel alert. This resource shares information about some of the ingredients in energy drinks.
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10-Sustainable Food Edmonton
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Sustainable Food Edmonton
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Community Design,
Community Gardens,
Nature Connections
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Sustainable Food Edmonton is a non-profit charitable organization who initiates and supports projects and programs to encourage the building of…
Sustainable Food Edmonton is a non-profit charitable organization who initiates and supports projects and programs to encourage the building of community through urban agriculture. We connect communities and kids with their food, how it’s produced, and the planet that makes it all possible.
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11-Sugar Shocker Education Kit
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth
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The Sugar Shocker Education Kit provides fun, interactive activities to help children and youth learn about healthy drink choices. The…
The Sugar Shocker Education Kit provides fun, interactive activities to help children and youth learn about healthy drink choices. The lesson plans in this kit support the Alberta Education Health and Life Skills Curriculum, and are applicable and adaptable to all age groups. The items needed to teach the activities are included in this kit.
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12-Stay Active Eat Healthy
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Stay Active Eat Healthy
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Active Living,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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The Stay Active Eat Healthy® program is an evidence-based capacity building initiative developed in BC. Stay Active Eat Healthy® aims…
The Stay Active Eat Healthy® program is an evidence-based capacity building initiative developed in BC. Stay Active Eat Healthy® aims to increase the provision of healthy food and beverages while restricting unhealthy options in municipal and community recreation facilities.
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13-St. Paul – Salad in a Jar
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Engage youth to try making a salad in a jar at home with the supplies they have available.
Engage youth to try making a salad in a jar at home with the supplies they have available.
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14-School Nutrition Website
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Healthy eating at schools supports healthy food environments and provides resources for school teachers, child educators, parents and health professionals…
Healthy eating at schools supports healthy food environments and provides resources for school teachers, child educators, parents and health professionals working in schools and recreation facilities. Healthy eating environments teach and encourage young Albertans to make healthy food choices and live a healthy lifestyle.
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15-Osteoporosis Canada
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Osteoporosis Canada
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Health Promotion,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Seniors,
Wellness Resource
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Osteoporosis Canada is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works…
Osteoporosis Canada is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis.
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16-Nutrition Labeling: The % Daily Value
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Government of Canada
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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The percent daily value (% DV) found in a nutrition facts table can help you make informed food choices. Learn…
The percent daily value (% DV) found in a nutrition facts table can help you make informed food choices. Learn how to use % DV to choose healthier foods.
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17-Nourishing Beginnings
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Alberta Early Learning and Child Care
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Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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Looking Nourishing Beginnings is a free online nutrition program created for Alberta Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) educators by…
Looking Nourishing Beginnings is a free online nutrition program created for Alberta Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) educators by leaders in nutrition and ELCC in Alberta.
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18-Newcomer Nutrition Education Toolkit (AHS)
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How to Create a Healthy Eating Environment
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Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Newcomer,
Wellness Resource
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This toolkit supports program providers and health professionals who work with newcomers to Canada. It is a collection of nutrition…
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19-Native Women’s Association of Canada: Food Policy
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Native Women's Association of Canada
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Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Indigenous Community Wellness
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This report is divided into three sections followed by a concluding chapter which lists the key recommendations that have resulted…
This report is divided into three sections followed by a concluding chapter which lists the key recommendations that have resulted from NWAC’s engagement project on a National Food Policy for Canada. The first section outlines the discussions that took place during NWAC’s Board of Directors roundtable discussion on food policy, including the development of culturally relevant and gender-specific questions. The following section outlines the responses from grassroots Indigenous women on what they think should be included in the National Food Policy for Canada. The third section provides an analysis of NWAC’s social media advocacy and an online survey that helped raise awareness of how food insecurity affects Indigenous women. The concluding chapter outlines the recommendations that address environmental sustainability, access to the land, the need for healthy and affordable food, transferring knowledge of traditional Indigenous foods and improving health outcomes.
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20-Housing for Health: Healthier Food and Beverage Guidelines for Public Events
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Housing for Health
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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The Healthier Food and Beverage Guidelines for Public Events is a collaborative document created by the Housing for Health team…
The Healthier Food and Beverage Guidelines for Public Events is a collaborative document created by the Housing for Health team working with Alberta Health Services Nutrition Services and being distributed also in partnership with the Alberta Recreation and Parks Association’s Communities ChooseWell.
These simple-to-use Guidelines should be used by organizations, businesses and members of the public to improve the healthiness of food and beverage items served or sold at public events. Any organization, business or members of the public may also choose to use these Guidelines for food and beverage items served or sold at other events or venues.
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21-Heart and Stroke: Get Healthy/ Healthy Eating
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Heart and Stroke Foundation
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Health Promotion
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Did you know that up to 80% of premature heart disease and stroke can be prevented through your life habits,…
Did you know that up to 80% of premature heart disease and stroke can be prevented through your life habits, such as eating a healthy diet and being physically active? Find resources to support a healthy diet designed for heart health.
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22-Heart and Stroke Foundation
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Heart and Stroke Foundation
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Health Promotion,
Wellness Resource
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For over 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our work has saved…
For over 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our work has saved thousands of lives and improved the lives of millions of others.
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23-Healthy U: Eat Smart Meet Smart
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Western and Northern Canadian Collaborative
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Eat Smart Meet Smart will help you plan meetings, events and conferences that are healthy for your participants — and…
Eat Smart Meet Smart will help you plan meetings, events and conferences that are healthy for your participants — and healthy for your organization.
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24-Healthy U Food Checker
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Alberta Health Services
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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The Healthy Food Checker makes choosing healthy, nutrient-rich foods easier. It compares the nutrition information from a Nutrition Facts Table…
The Healthy Food Checker makes choosing healthy, nutrient-rich foods easier. It compares the nutrition information from a Nutrition Facts Table to the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines, and will put foods and drinks into one of three groups: Choose Most Often, Choose Sometimes, and Choose Least Often.
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25-Healthy School Policy
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Healthy Policy,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration
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Developing and implementing a healthy school policy is an important part of creating a healthy school community. These resources can…
Developing and implementing a healthy school policy is an important part of creating a healthy school community. These resources can help guide this process.
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26-Healthy Food in Recreational Facilities
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Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention
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Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Wellness Resource
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View case studies and articles from communities within Alberta who are working to implement healthy eating environments within recreation settings.
View case studies and articles from communities within Alberta who are working to implement healthy eating environments within recreation settings.
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27-Healthy Eating Workplace Handbook
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Durham Region Health Department
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Active Living,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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This guide was developed to assist workplaces in applying a comprehensive approach to healthy eating, planning activities using the framework…
This guide was developed to assist workplaces in applying a comprehensive approach to healthy eating, planning activities using the framework of comprehensive workplace wellness, and creating a supportive environment for healthy eating.
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28-Healthy Eating Starts Here
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Eating in Recreation Settings
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating,
Wellness Resource
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Alberta Health Services resources on healthy eating at work, school, early learning and childcare centres, and communities. Other healthy eating…
Alberta Health Services resources on healthy eating at work, school, early learning and childcare centres, and communities. Other healthy eating resources and steps to a healthier you are also available.
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29-Healthy Eating Poster Series
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Alberta Health Services
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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The Healthy Eating Starts Here poster series was developed by Alberta Health Services based on the principles contained within Canada’s…
The Healthy Eating Starts Here poster series was developed by Alberta Health Services based on the principles contained within Canada’s Food Guide, the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines, nutrition research and current health and eating habits of Albertans. The series Healthy Eating Starts Here: Steps to a Healthier You gives workplaces easy and visually appealing healthy eating tips.
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30-Healthy Eating in Recreation and Community Centres
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Alberta Government
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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Healthy food is important for children and youth. How can recreation centres and community centres help children eat healthy food?…
Healthy food is important for children and youth. How can recreation centres and community centres help children eat healthy food? Follow the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth. This easy to read booklet is for people who work or volunteer at Alberta recreation centres and community centres. This booklet is also for food service operators.
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31-Healthy Eating for Seniors
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BC Government
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Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Seniors
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Healthy Eating for Seniors addresses many of the barriers to healthy eating: time, effort, knowledge and skills, taste and cost.
Healthy Eating for Seniors addresses many of the barriers to healthy eating: time, effort, knowledge and skills, taste and cost. Healthy Eating for Seniors also addresses food safety – which is key for promoting health. It includes information about supplements and how to eat with a chronic disease. And it offers you simple ways to eat with less fat and salt, to keep a healthy body weight, to shop for healthy food on a budget, and to read labels
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32-Healthy Eating & Food Security Action Guide
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BC Healthy Communities
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Community Design,
Healthy Policy
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This Action Guide supports British Columbia’s local governments in their efforts to build healthier communities for all. It shares promising…
This Action Guide supports British Columbia’s local governments in their efforts to build healthier communities for all. It shares promising practices and examples of how local governments can create conditions that support healthy and thriving communities.
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33-Healthy Community Guidelines
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Housing for Health
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Active Living,
Active Transportation,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Community Design,
Healthy Policy,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Planning & Evaluation,
Research & Case Studies
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Created by University of Alberta Housing for Health working with 100+ multi-sector partners across Canadian provinces and the U.S., the Healthy…
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34-Healthy Choices in Recreation Settings Toolkit
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Stay Active Eat Healthy
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Active Living,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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This toolkit is designed to help you turn your facility into a Healthy Choices Facility.
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35-Health Canada: Just For You- Immigrants
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Government of Canada
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Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Newcomer,
Wellness Resource
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Immigrants are eligible for health care coverage under the Canada Health Act. Find information on: Employment; Immunization; Health Care System;…
Immigrants are eligible for health care coverage under the Canada Health Act. Find information on: Employment; Immunization; Health Care System; Health Promotion; Mental Health; Reports on New Immigrants; Women; Reports on Immigrant women; and more.
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36-Health Canada: Food and Nutriton
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Government of Canada
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Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Wellness Resource
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Safe food and good nutrition are important to Canadians. Maintaining the safety of Canada’s food supply is a shared responsibility…
Safe food and good nutrition are important to Canadians. Maintaining the safety of Canada’s food supply is a shared responsibility among government, industry and consumers. Eating a nutritious and balanced diet is one of the best ways to protect and promote good health.
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37-Health Canada
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Government of Canada
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Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Indigenous Community Wellness,
Wellness Resource
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Health Canada services and information including recalls, Canada’s food guide, diseases, immunization, and health risks while travelling.
Health Canada services and information including recalls, Canada’s food guide, diseases, immunization, and health risks while travelling.
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38-Healither Choices in Vending Machines in BC Public Buildings
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Healthy Families BC
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Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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The objectives of this resource are to: Promote an environment in Public Buildings that encourages healthier eating by increasing the…
The objectives of this resource are to: Promote an environment in Public Buildings that encourages healthier eating by increasing the range of healthier food and beverage choices available in vending machines; Assist vending operators in identifying healthier food and beverage choices; Support growth of markets in the area of healthier food and beverages; and Provide a best practice model in implementing healthier choices in vending machines for those not captured by the Policy
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39-Half Your Plate
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Half Your Plate
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Healthy Eating
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Half Your Plate will provide you with the tips, tricks, and recipes – all you have to do is cook!…
Half Your Plate will provide you with the tips, tricks, and recipes – all you have to do is cook! We’ll also give you smart shopping tips, holiday tips, back to school lunch tips, and more! Curious about a fruit or vegetable? Ask us! We’ll give you the top ten ways to cook it. Wondering how to get creative in the kitchen? Check out our recipes or ask us for a suggestion! We’re here to help Canadians find easy, budget-friendly ways to fill half of their plate with fruits and veggies at every meal and snack.
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40-Government of Ontario Local Food Act
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Government of Ontario
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Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Planning & Evaluation
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The purposes of this Act are as follows: 1. To foster successful and resilient local food economies and systems…
The purposes of this Act are as follows:
1. To foster successful and resilient local food economies and systems throughout Ontario.
2. To increase awareness of local food in Ontario, including the diversity of local food.
3. To encourage the development of new markets for local food
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41-Government of Alberta: Healthy Living Resources
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Government of Alberta
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Active Living,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Wellness Resource
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Healthy living, active living, and healthy eating resources, including Eat Smart Meet Smart.
Healthy living, active living, and healthy eating resources, including Eat Smart Meet Smart.
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42-Food Trip
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Primary Care Network, Bow Valley
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Children & Youth,
Community Gardens,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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Daily food challenges – simple and fun to try with the kids!…
Daily food challenges – simple and fun to try with the kids!
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43-Food Storage A – Z
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Love Food Hate Waste
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Community Gardens,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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Prevent food waste with Love Food Hate Waste’s ultimate food storage and usage guide, Food Storage A to Z. Find…
Prevent food waste with Love Food Hate Waste’s ultimate food storage and usage guide, Food Storage A to Z. Find top solutions to make food last longer and stop food waste at home!
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44-Food Serving Sizes for Children 5 to 11 years old
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Find information on servince sizes for children ages 5 to 11.
Find information on servince sizes for children ages 5 to 11.
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45-Food Serving Sizes for Children 13 to 18 years old
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Find information on servince sizes for children ages 12 to 18.
Find information on servince sizes for children ages 12 to 18.
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46-Food Serving Sizes for Children 1 to 4 years old
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Alberta Health Services
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Find information on servince sizes for children ages 1 to 4.
Find information on servince sizes for children ages 1 to 4.
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47-Food Fit: 10 Smart Bites to a Healthier U
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Healthier U
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Healthy Eating,
Seniors
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This booklet is all about how making healthy food choices can put you on the right track to…
This booklet is all about how making healthy
food choices can put you on the right track
to healthy aging. Challenge yourself to follow
these 10 smart bites for healthier eating, and
you will see the results of practising a healthier
lifestyle. One year from today, you’ll have more
energy, vitality and zest for life.
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48-Farm to School Canada Grants
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Farm to Cafeteria
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Children & Youth,
Healthy Eating
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Delivered directly to schools, the grants are designed to bring more of the local harvest into schools where it is…
Delivered directly to schools, the grants are designed to bring more of the local harvest into schools where it is featured in a salad bar meal service, using the Farm to School Approach. The goal? To see more students and school communities engaged in: Growing; Purchasing; Harvesting; Cooking; Serving; Learning about, and eating.
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49-Farm to Cafeteria
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Farm to Cafeteria
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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Farm to Cafeteria Canada (F2CC) is a pan-Canadian organization whose vision is “vibrant and sustainable regional food systems that support…
Farm to Cafeteria Canada (F2CC) is a pan-Canadian organization whose vision is “vibrant and sustainable regional food systems that support the health of people place and planet.” F2CC works with partners across Canada to educate, build capacity, strengthen partnerships, and influence policy to bring local, healthy, and sustainable foods into all public institutions.
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50-Ever Active Schools
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Ever Active Schools
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Active Living,
Active Transportation,
Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Wellness Resource
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Ever Active Schools is a provincial initiative designed to create and support healthy school communities. We engage and support schools…
Ever Active Schools is a provincial initiative designed to create and support healthy school communities. We engage and support schools through a Comprehensive School Health approach, which addresses health and education goals to improve the social outcomes of children and youth in Alberta.
Through collaborative partnerships, projects-based work, knowledge exchange and competency-based learning opportunities, Ever Active Schools spearheads meaningful collaboration between the health, education, recreation and active living sectors.
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51-Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide – First Nations, Inuit and Métis
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Government of Alberta
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Healthy Eating,
Indigenous Community Wellness
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As part of Canada’s Food Guide revision, we are currently working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners to support…
As part of Canada’s Food Guide revision, we are currently working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners to support the development of healthy eating tools.
Along with the new 2019 Canada’s food guide, you can still use the current Canada’s Food Guide – First Nations, Inuit and Métis as a trusted source of information on healthy eating.
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52-Eat Smart, Live Strong Activity Kit: Nutrition Education for Older Adults
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US Department of Agriculture
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Active Living,
Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Seniors
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Eat Smart, Live Strong is an intervention designed to improve fruit and vegetable consumption and physical activity among 60-74 year…
Eat Smart, Live Strong is an intervention designed to improve fruit and vegetable consumption and physical activity among 60-74 year olds participating in or eligible for FNS nutrition assistance programs. This resource was originally released in 2008 and was updated in 2013.
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53-Determinants of Healthy Eating in Canada
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Semantics Scholar
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Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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This article uses a population health perspective to examine the complex set of interactions among the determinants of healthy eating.
This article uses a population health perspective to examine the complex set of interactions among the determinants of healthy eating. An overview of current knowledge on determinants of healthy eating was organized as follows: 1) individual determinants of personal food choices and 2) collective determinants, including a) environmental determinants as the context for eating behaviours and b) public policies as creating supportive environments for healthy eating.
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54-CDC: Community Gardens
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Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
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Community Design,
Community Gardens,
Healthy Eating,
Nature Connections,
Planning & Evaluation
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Community gardens are collaborative projects on shared open spaces where participants share in the maintenance and products of the garden,…
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55-Canadian Best Practices Portal (via PHAC)
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Canadian Best Practices Portal
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Active Living,
Active Transportation,
Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Planning & Evaluation,
Wellness Resource
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This Portal provides a consolidated one-stop shop for busy health professionals and public health decision-makers. It is a compilation of…
This Portal provides a consolidated one-stop shop for busy health professionals and public health decision-makers. It is a compilation of multiple sources of trusted and credible information. The Portal links to resources and solutions to plan programs for promoting health and preventing diseases for populations and communities.
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56-Canada’s Food Guide
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Government of Canada
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Wellness Resource
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Canada’s Food Guide provides resources, guidance and evidence based advice on both eating healthy and healthy eating behaviours.
Canada’s Food Guide provides resources, guidance and evidence based advice on both eating healthy and healthy eating behaviours.
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57-Brooks Communities Choosewell Facebook Page
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Brooks Communities Choosewell
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Active Living,
Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Wellness Resource
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Encouraging and supporting healthy eating, active living, and social well being to develop and promote healthy citizens and community in…
Encouraging and supporting healthy eating, active living, and social well being to develop and promote healthy citizens and community in Brooks, Alberta.
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58-Bow Valley Food Alliance Facebook Page
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Bow Valley Food Alliance
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Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration
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Posting live videos to support cooking and nutrition related initiatives.
Posting live videos to support cooking and nutrition related initiatives.
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59-BC Healthy Communities Society
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BC Healthy Communities
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Seniors,
Wellness Resource
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BC Healthy Communities Society is a province-wide not-for-profit organization that facilitates the ongoing development of healthy, thriving and resilient communities.
BC Healthy Communities Society is a province-wide not-for-profit organization that facilitates the ongoing development of healthy, thriving and resilient communities.
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60-Bake Better Bites
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Healthy Schools BC
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Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Wellness Resource
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Searchable database of classroom and school resources compiled by Heathy Schools BC…
Searchable database of classroom and school resources compiled by Heathy Schools BC
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61-Apple Schools
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Apple Schools
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Active Living,
Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating
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APPLE Schools (A Project Promoting healthy Living for Everyone in schools) is an innovative school-focused health promotion initiative. It improves…
APPLE Schools (A Project Promoting healthy Living for Everyone in schools) is an innovative school-focused health promotion initiative. It improves the lives of more than 20,000 students annually in 74 schools across British Columbia, northern Alberta, Northwest Territories, and Manitoba by improving their healthy eating, physical activity, and mental health habits.
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62-Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth
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Alberta Government
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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The goal of the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth is to equip facilities and organizations with the tools…
The goal of the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth is to equip facilities and organizations with the tools they need to provide healthy food choices in childcare settings, schools, in recreation centres, at special events, and in the community at large. The Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth will help assist Albertans to create an environment which provides and promotes healthy food choices and healthy attitudes about food.
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63-Alberta Food Matters Facebook Page
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Alberta Food Matters
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Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Wellness Resource
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Since 2001, the Growing Food Security in Alberta (GFSA) network has supported many projects and initiatives across Alberta focusing on…
Since 2001, the Growing Food Security in Alberta (GFSA) network has supported many projects and initiatives across Alberta focusing on food security and food sovereignty using an asset based community development approach. Hundreds of groups and individuals are now part of the Network, all seeking to connect and work together to achieve food sovereignty and food security in Alberta and understand the real value of real food.
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64-Alberta Agriculture: Guide to Growing a School Garden
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Government of Alberta
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Community Gardens,
Nature Connections,
Planning & Evaluation
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Food is one of life’s basic needs. Hands-on experience with a school garden is an important step in helping young…
Food is one of life’s basic needs. Hands-on experience with a school garden is an important step in helping young people to understand and appreciate the industry that grows, processes, and delivers safe, abundant food to Albertans every day. The gardening process also encourages children to make healthy food choices.
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65-AHS: How to Market Healthy Food & Drinks
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Alberta Health Services
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Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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Alberta Health Services has created a series of infographics that explain how to optimize the 4Ps of marketing to sell…
Alberta Health Services has created a series of infographics that explain how to optimize the 4Ps of marketing to sell healthy food and drink options. Learn how Product, Placement, Price and Promotion can help you improve healthy food environments.
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66-AHS: How to Create a Healthy Eating Environment
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Alberta Health Services
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Healthy Eating,
Wellness Resource
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As a health organization and as health leaders, AHS wants to lead by example. Healthy eating is an important part…
As a health organization and as health leaders, AHS wants to lead by example. Healthy eating is an important part of promoting health and preventing and managing chronic disease like obesity, diabetes and cancer. Teaching people what and how much to eat is not enough. Having healthier food choices makes it easier to eat for health. Together we can make the gradual shift to a healthy eating environment.
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67-AHS Community Garden Handbook
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Alberta Health Services
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Community Design,
Community Gardens,
Nature Connections
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The Community Gardens Handbook offers guidence to groups in Alberta who want to start and maintian a community garden that…
The Community Gardens Handbook offers guidence to groups in Alberta who want to start and maintian a community garden that grows food.
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68-ACPLF-AHS: Healthier Together
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My Health
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Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Wellness Resource
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Healthier Together is an online resource that’s bringing Albertans together. It’s guiding entire communities toward healthier ways of living and…
Healthier Together is an online resource that’s bringing Albertans together. It’s guiding entire communities toward healthier ways of living and working that give everyone a fair chance for health. And it lets you choose health conditions that concern you most and connects you with information, tools and proven strategies that make it easier to take action. Picture the possibilities. Then create them with Healthier Together.
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69-A Seat at the Table; Resource Guide for Local Government to Promote Food Secure Communities
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Provincial Health Services Authority
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Community Design,
Community Gardens,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Nature Connections,
Planning & Evaluation
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This resource guide is designed to assist local governments promote food security and support food systems in BC. It showcases…
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70-A Guide to Healthy Eating for Older Adults
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Eat Right Ontario
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Healthy Eating,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Seniors
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This guide is for older adults. Find tips and ideas to make healthy eating easy and enjoyable! Remember, it is…
This guide is for older adults. Find tips and ideas to make healthy eating easy and enjoyable! Remember, it is never too late to start eating well!
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71-A Fresh Start: A Guide to Offering Healthy Food and Drink Options in Recreation Food Services
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ARPA & CWW & AHS
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Children & Youth,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy,
Wellness Resource
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Check out the BRAND NEW guide developed by Alberta Recreation and Parks’ Communities ChooseWell program in partnership with Alberta Health…
Check out the BRAND NEW guide developed by Alberta Recreation and Parks’ Communities ChooseWell program in partnership with Alberta Health Services! This booklet provides tips and tools to help food service operators provide more healthy food and drink options in recreation facilities. Gain examples, quick wins and learn how to leverage 2020 consumer and market trends to have a fresh start in recreation food services!
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72-2021 Alberta Nutrition Report Card
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Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention
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Community Design,
Health Promotion,
Healthy Community Design,
Healthy Eating,
Healthy Policy
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Alberta’s 2021 Nutrition Report Card is the seventh annual assessment of how Alberta’s current food environments and nutrition policies support…
Alberta’s 2021 Nutrition Report Card is the seventh annual assessment of how Alberta’s current food environments and nutrition policies support or create barriers to improving children’s eating behaviours.
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73-“Nature is there; its free”: Urban Greenspaces and the Social Determinants of Health of Immigrant Families
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The National Benefits Hub
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Children & Youth,
Community Design,
Inclusive Community Engagement & Collaboration,
Nature Connections,
Newcomer
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In this article, we draw on a 2012 Montreal-based study that examined the embodied, every day practices of immigrant children…
In this article, we draw on a 2012 Montreal-based study that examined the embodied, every day practices of immigrant children and families in the context of urban greenspaces such as parks, fields, backyards, streetscapes, gardens, forests and rivers. (note: this article is not open access, but if you do not have an institution to access it through, the section snippets and introduction could be helpful)
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