Healthy Meals for Kids, Savings for Families in New Brunswick
February 7, 2025
Fredericton, NB – The Government of New Brunswick has announced a new program that will provide healthy meals to children in the province and save families money.
The Healthy Meals for Kids program will provide funding to schools and community organizations to offer free or low-cost meals to children in need. The meals will meet the nutritional guidelines established by the Canadian Food Guide and will include a variety of healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.
“We know that many families in New Brunswick are struggling to make ends meet,” said Social Development Minister Dorothy Shephard. “This program will help to ensure that all children in our province have access to healthy meals, regardless of their family’s income.”
The program will also provide families with savings on groceries. Families who participate in the program will receive a monthly credit that they can use to purchase healthy food at participating grocery stores.
“This program is a win-win for families in New Brunswick,” said Health Minister Ted Flemming. “It will help to improve the health of our children and save families money.”
The Healthy Meals for Kids program will be implemented in phases over the next two years. The first phase of the program will launch in September 2025 and will provide funding to schools in low-income areas. The second phase of the program will launch in September 2026 and will expand the program to all schools in the province.
The Healthy Meals for Kids program is part of the government’s larger plan to improve the health and well-being of children in New Brunswick. Other initiatives in the plan include:
- Expanding access to early childhood education
- Investing in mental health services
- Promoting healthy eating and physical activity
“We are committed to creating a province where all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “The Healthy Meals for Kids program is an important step towards achieving that goal.”
For more information on the Healthy Meals for Kids program, please visit the website at www.gnb.ca/healthymealsforkids.
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