Save the Date: Upcoming Events
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OHEA Student & New Grad Career Support Session
As summer approaches and graduation is on the horizon for many, the Ontario Home Economics Association (OHEA) is exploring the development of a Resume-Building Workshop designed specifically to support students preparing for jobs, internships, and early career opportunities. Whether you are seeking summer employment, planning for post-graduation careers, or looking to strengthen your professional profile, this workshop aims to provide practical guidance on crafting strong resumes and presenting your skills with confidence. Students are invited to attend virtually on Sunday, March 29th, 2026 @ 7PM. You must be a member of OHEA to join this event. Get your FREE Student Membership here. Register here! |
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London Police Service Fraud Presentation
Members are invited to attend the London Police Service Fraud Presentation, supported by the Ontario Home Economics Association, on Thursday, March 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This informative session, delivered by an officer from the London Police Service, will focus on senior fraud prevention, helping participants recognise common scams, understand how fraudsters operate, and learn practical strategies to protect personal and financial information. This presentation reinforces OHEA’s commitment to empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance safety, well-being, and informed decision-making in everyday life. |
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Fueling Midlife: The Power of Nutrition in Menopause Menopause is finally getting the spotlight it deserves, but most health professionals received little formal training in menopause nutrition. This expert-led summit cuts through the noise with clear, evidence-based strategies you can use immediately to better support clients through the menopause transition. Hosted by Spark Nutrition Communications. Click here for more information and to save your spot today! |
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Coalition for Healthy School Food Webinar – Canada’s National School Food Program
Sustain Ontario is hosting a webinar presented by the Coalition for Healthy School Food to discuss the future of Canada’s National School Food Program.
The panel will include experts in school food policy and community nutrition, offering insights into how the national initiative is evolving and its potential impact on school food systems across Canada. Speakers include the Coalition’s National Coordinator and academic researchers in community health and food security. The webinar will be recorded and available afterward through the Centre for Studies in Food Security.
Sustain Ontario is hosting a webinar presented by the Coalition for Healthy School Food to discuss the future of Canada’s National School Food Program.
The panel will include experts in school food policy and community nutrition, offering insights into how the national initiative is evolving and its potential impact on school food systems across Canada. Speakers include the Coalition’s National Coordinator and academic researchers in community health and food security. The webinar will be recorded and available afterward through the Centre for Studies in Food Security.
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Planning Nutritious Meals on a Budget Webinar – Nutrition Month 2026
In recognition of Nutrition Month this March, a free educational webinar titled Planning Nutritious Meals on a Budget will be offered to support individuals seeking practical and affordable meal planning strategies. Led by registered dietitians, the session will equip participants with tools to eat well on a budget, apply effective meal planning principles, and use helpful apps and websites for grocery shopping and meal organization. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EST and will not be recorded. Participants will receive expert guidance and easy-to-implement tips to support informed food choices and financial wellness during Nutrition Month. Community members, educators, and organizations are encouraged to share the accompanying poster to help extend the reach of this valuable resource. |
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Conference: Protection and Security in Financial Markets
The 10th Scientific Conference, Protection and Security in Financial Markets: Building the Resilience of the System and Empowering Participants, will take place in May 2026 in Łódź, Poland. Hosted collaboratively by the University of Łódź, Krakow University of Economics, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, and the Institute of Economic and Financial Expertise in Łódź, the conference will bring together researchers and practitioners to examine financial market stability, system resilience, and participant protection. Scholars interested in participating or learning more are encouraged to contact the organizing committee for further details. Learn more here.
The 10th Scientific Conference, Protection and Security in Financial Markets: Building the Resilience of the System and Empowering Participants, will take place in May 2026 in Łódź, Poland. Hosted collaboratively by the University of Łódź, Krakow University of Economics, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, and the Institute of Economic and Financial Expertise in Łódź, the conference will bring together researchers and practitioners to examine financial market stability, system resilience, and participant protection. Scholars interested in participating or learning more are encouraged to contact the organizing committee for further details. Learn more here.
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School Food for All: Nourishing Futures Forum
Registration is now open for the School Food for All: Nourishing Futures Forum, a Canada-wide gathering focused on the future of school food programs. Taking place June 2–4, 2026 in Montreal at the Palais des congrès, the forum will bring together educators, public health professionals, researchers, food system leaders, and community partners to share ideas and explore ways to strengthen school food initiatives across Canada. Participants will engage in workshops, discussions, and collaborative planning to support healthy, sustainable, and equitable school food programs for children and youth. |
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The 2026 Common Ground Food Forum, Building a bigger table: Strengthening our relations
Save the Date: June 15–19, 2026, at Lakehead University in Orillia. Join the Common Ground Network, Food Secure Canada, the Canadian Association for Food Studies, and Food Communities Network for a collaborative forum. "Specifically, building a bigger table will bring academic researchers together with agriculture and food systems actors, including civic/community organizations, government, industry organizations, and Indigenous and settler communities, to share knowledge, forge and strengthen connections across disciplines and sectors, and seed new collaborations in food systems research and action." Call for Contributions Submit a Proposal Submission deadline: January 29, 2026. |
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Nourishing Futures, Together
Inspired by local initiatives across the country, including many innovative examples in Quebec, School Food for All: Nourishing Futures will convene 400 school food practitioners, educators, food system community leaders, researchers, public health professionals, decision-makers, and other school food champions from a range of sectors to talk about the future of school food.
From June 2-4, 2026, in Tiohtià:ke – Montreal
Learn more
Inspired by local initiatives across the country, including many innovative examples in Quebec, School Food for All: Nourishing Futures will convene 400 school food practitioners, educators, food system community leaders, researchers, public health professionals, decision-makers, and other school food champions from a range of sectors to talk about the future of school food.
From June 2-4, 2026, in Tiohtià:ke – Montreal
Learn more
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