School Meal Programs in Sea to Sky School District

The Sea to Sky School District is committed to ensuring every student has access to nutritious, equitable, and stigma-free meals through the School Meal Program. This initiative, supported by the Ministry of Education's Feeding Futures funding and the National School Food Program, is designed to enhance student well-being, support academic success, and reduce financial pressures on families.

Enrolment and program structures vary between schools.

Enrolling in the School Meal Program:

Enrolment varies between schools. Please reach out to [email protected] to learn more. The Meal Programs are open to everyone - when students are hungry at school we do not turn students away for financial or other reasons. We trust that any student who is accessing a program or asking for food at school needs it, and we make them feel welcome. Enrollment at some schools helps us plan and order food effectively to meet student needs.

While provincial funding provides crucial support, community contributions– whether monetary or volunteer time – are essential to bridging the gap and keeping the program running sustainably.

Meal Programs by Community:

Many other partners, funders, and community groups contribute to our programs, including school PACs, staff and volunteers, student leaders, local businesses, and more. These programs would not succeed without widespread support!

Get Involved:

Our programs thrive through community support. Here's how you can help:

Volunteer: Shifts are flexible. Fill out this form to get more details about how to prepare and deliver food as part of our programs.
Spread Awareness: Share the program's mission to raise awareness and inspire others to get involved.
Donate: Contributions directly fund meals for students. Just $1,200 feeds a student for an entire school year. Tax receipts are available. To donate, click here. Select School “School District No. 48”, Initiative: {choose community}“School Meal Program"

For any QUESTIONS or to VOLUNTEER, contact Meryn Corkery, School Food Coordinator, at [email protected]

Additional Links:

Learn more about Feeding Futures and the benefits of school meal programs

Feeding the future today: Canada’s National School Food Program

BC School Food Toolkit

Teach Food First: An Educators’ Toolkit for Teaching Canada’s Food Guide

Squamish School Meal Program Squamish Chief Article

Feedback:

If you would like to provide feedback, please fill out the Feeding Futures Input Form