Trudeau announces national school food program to feed 400,000 more kids per year – Canadian Grocer
02 April 2024
Ottawa plans to spend $1 billion over the next five years on the program
The upcoming federal budget will include funding for a national school food program that will aim to provide meals to 400,000 more kids per year across the country, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday (April 10.
Trudeau made the announcement in Toronto with Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Families Minister Jenna Sudds as part of the Liberal government’s ongoing pre-budget tour.
Ottawa plans to spend $1 billion over the next five years on the program.
While education doesn’t fall under federal jurisdiction, a national program would allow Ottawa to partner up with provinces and territories, many of which are already doing the work alongside community groups.
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