“Our national school food program is feeding up to 400,000 more children this year. Over 10,000 schools now offer food programs, and families with two kids can save about $800 a year on groceries. Healthy meals help students focus and do well in school.”

“Madam Speaker, as students across Canada return to their classrooms this fall, I would like to wish all students, teachers and school staff a successful and rewarding school year. Our government’s national school food program is an important investment in our children and their future. This year, it will help provide nutritional meals to up to 400,000 more children. Thanks to the increased federal investment, more than 10,000 schools across Canada are now offering school food programs, and participating families with two children in school could save an estimated $800 annually on grocery bills. By helping students stay healthy and focused, we are giving every child a better opportunity to succeed.”