Our Food System
What is Our Food System?
From grow it to throw it and everything in between, the Windsor and Essex county food system includes all of the infrastructure and practices involved in feeding those living in our region.
From grow it to throw it and everything in between, the Windsor and Essex county food system includes all of the infrastructure and practices involved in feeding those living in our region.
The YTC is a six-week cooking program for students in grades 4 to 12. It’s a fun way for youth to gain valuable skills and learn how to cook healthy meals and snacks for themselves and their families. YTC can run in schools, community agencies, or camps.
As of January 1, 2017, all food-service businesses with 20 or more locations in Ontario must post the number of calories for the food and drink items on their menus or on display. This is required by the Ontario Government as part of the Healthy Menu Choices Act, 2015.
Many Windsor-Essex County residents spend a lot of time at work most days; therefore, creating a healthy workplace environment is critical when it comes to promoting and supporting healthy eating behaviours.
This health status report on Active Living and Healthy Eating in Windsor and Essex County was prepared by the Health Unit with the goal of describing local statistics, emerging trends, and at-risk populations as it relates to active living, healthy eating, and healthy weights within Windsor-Essex County.
This article covers what you can eat when you're breastfeeding, alcohol use during pregnancy and medication.