Comment on: Proposed changes to guidelines for "Product of Canada" and "Made in Canada" claims6/12/2019 Current status: Open
Opened on May 27, 2019 and will close on June 23, 2019 About the consultation The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched a public consultation to seek comments on the proposed guidelines for "Product of Canada" and "Made in Canada" food labelling claims. Objective Consumers have told the government that they want to be able to better identify Canadian foods. So the Government of Canada is reviewing the guidelines for "Product of Canada" and "Made in Canada" food labelling claims.
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Uncovering the roots of farming sustainability By: Elisa Fitzpatrick, OHEA Student Member  Photo credits: Elisa Fitzpatrick 2017 Did you know that less than one in five Canadians lives in rural communities?
The connection between us and where our food comes from is stretching further and further apart. With more people as city dwellers than rural land owners, a vast majority of people are no longer connected with our agricultural practices and the importance of sustainability in the agriculture sector. Environmental sustainability of the food chain is frequently examined, but often, agricultural sustainability is left out of the discussion. What most consumers do not consider, are the tasks that farmers undertake to ensure that their practices remain sustainable. Today my hope is that I can educate you on some ways that farmers establish sustainable practices, minimize their environmental impact, and continue to ensure that their farm land and resources will be bountiful for the future.  Jessica Savard. Source: Jessica Savard Hi, my name is Jessica and I am excited for the opportunity to represent OHEA as VP Social Media because it gives the chance to meet new people and learn new skills.
Here is a bit of background about me: I graduated from Brescia University College in 2018 with a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. I am currently completing my dietetic internship through the Northern Ontario Internship Program. My goal is to become a registered dietitian working in pediatrics. I am excited to be a part of this organization as I believe the skills represented in this profession are essential and I hope I can make a meaningful contribution! Nourishing the Mind, Body & Profession! A Reflection on Food, Health Care and Reconciliation5/21/2019
By: Gurneet K. Dhami, MSc Student, Mount Saint Vincent University
Teachings of the land and people have sustained our society to survive and thrive for many years. It is when we lose the connection with the land and people that issues arise in society, such as climate change, food insecurity, and compromised health status just to name a few. 
Source: Gurneet Dhami
By: Lela Hopper, OHEA Student Member Individuals need the best of both worlds when purchasing local foods, here's why.  Individuals need the best of both worlds when purchasing local foods, here's why. During a previous summer, my family signed up for a community supported agriculture (CSA) box. The summer consisted of picking up a small box of food once a week at a local meeting spot. The contents of the box came from a 100 km radius from our house.
We didn’t know what we were getting each week, and it was interesting to talk to the farmer and learn how to cook and store these new foods. The box contained seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs that we could plant, and a variety of canned products like pickles and beets. By: Laura Thibodeau, OHEA Student member
There are countless benefits to seeking out mentoring relationships while studying. Not only does entering into a mentoring relationship allow opportunity for networking, finding mentors allows you to explore different areas of your field. Connecting to dietitians in different geographic regions could allow you to get a new perspective from a community that differs from yours, or learn how professionals in a similar situation address shared obstacles. Seeking out mentoring relationships is also an exercise in professional communication and can allow you to apply theoretical knowledge and concepts from school in real life situations. By: Bryn Brouwers, OHEA Student Member Critical conversations are needed around agriculture and food systems  New course introduced at Brescia University College encourages students to consider agriculture and food systems By: OHEA Student Member Shelby Weaver  Students at the 2019 ACHES Conference. Source: Shelby Weaver |
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