Public Health Association of BC

 

 

Kootenay School Food Gathering

Date: Monday, April 7, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT

Location: Creston, BC

Cost: Free

 

Register Now!

 

Join Us!

We invite you to the inaugural Kootenay School Food Gathering, a dynamic event bringing together school food advocates and stakeholders from across the region. This is an opportunity to collaborate, exchange ideas, and shape the future of sustainable and impactful school food programs in the Kootenays.

Expect a full day of facilitated discussions, engaging presentations, and knowledge sharing. All fuelled by refreshments and a nourishing meal—because what’s a school food gathering without great food?

Let’s come together to grow the movement for stronger school food programs in the Kootenays! Register now.

 

Who Should Attend?

This gathering is open to school food champions of all kinds, including:

  • ✅ School District decision-makers
  • ✅ Community food groups
  • ✅ BC-based food producers, processors, and distributors
  • ✅ Educators and school staff
  • ✅ Public health professionals

If you are passionate about school food and its role in fostering food literacy, sustainability, and stronger communities, we want you there!

 

Travel Bursary – Supporting Your Journey

We want to make it easier for you to attend! A limited number of travel bursaries are available on a first-come, first-served basis for attendees travelling more than 50 km round trip to Creston, BC.

Bursary Details:

  • Reimbursement Rate: $0.65/km (round trip)
  • Maximum Reimbursement: $250 per attendee
  • Additional Costs: If your travel exceeds $250, the remaining amount will be at your own expense.

To apply for a bursary, simply opt-in on the registration form. If selected, we’ll follow up with details. Reimbursements will be processed within two weeks after the event.

 

Presented by

This event is made possible through the collaboration of:

We can’t wait to come together for this inaugural gathering—register now!

 

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