Public Health Dietitians work to promote healthy growth and development in children & youth, and optimal physical and mental health across the lifespan by promoting and supporting food/nutrition security, food literacy, and a positive relationship with food and eating. We advocate for equity in communities' ability to access nourishing food. Our services are offered at no cost.
We work alongside community partners, school districts, and our Island Health Public Health nurses and other professionals to support programs that build resilience and well-being through food and nutrition.
For information on our services, please contact your local health unit.
- Who do Public Health Dietitians Work With?
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- Community agencies (family/child/youth-serving agencies)
- Community groups (parent groups)
- Community networks (health networks, early years tables)
- Food security hubs
- Governments
- Health professionals (Island Health & non-Island Health)
- Post-secondary institutions (colleges, universities)
- Schools & school districts.
- How can Public Health Dietitians Support You?
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- Support around food/nutrition programming (activities, curriculum development, evaluation)
- Provide advocacy and knowledge translation around food/nutrition
- Be a guest speaker for groups (early years nutrition, food & mood, food & diet myth vs fact)
- Participate in community events
- Support grant applications
- Promote healthy public policy & environments around food & nutrition
- Provide staff/volunteer professional development & training.
Recommended Resources
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