Alberta Food Matters (AFM) is the main connection for the Coalition for Healthy School Food (CHSF), bringing together people and organizations across the province who are passionate about strengthening school food and creating sustainable food systems.

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Building on the momentum of the federal National School Food Program, AFM connects people working in school food across Alberta to share knowledge and promising practices, build relationships, and create opportunities for collaboration. Together with the CHSF, we work towards the common goal of advancing universal access to nourishing, culturally appropriate and sustainable school food programs across Alberta and Canada.. 

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Through this work, AFM’s three core functions include: 

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Network Building
Coordinate Alberta’s School Food Community of Practice, strengthening connections across the province by bringing together people and organizations from different areas of expertise to connect, share experiences and resources, identify opportunities for collaboration, and stay informed about school food developments.

 

Knowledge Sharing
Share evidence-based knowledge and resources to inform and strengthen school food and broader food systems, while also supporting educational opportunities for student learning through university partnerships.

 

Supporting Research & Partnerships 

Support community-based research and collaborative initiatives across Alberta serving as a resource for partners by sharing local knowledge, perspectives, and facilitating connections across school food and broader food systems. 

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For more information on how you can take part in our Alberta Chapter, visit our website or contact : 
 

• Wanda Laurin (Chair) - admin@albertafoodmatters.ca or 780-625-6309

• Rachel Yager (Coordinator) - rachel@healthyschoolfood.ca