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.
- Who do Public Health Dietitians work with?
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- Community agencies (family/child/youth-serving agencies)
- Community groups (parent and youth 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
- Dietitian Access & Referrals
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- Babies & Young Children
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- Children Age 5-18 Years
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- Body Image
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- Eating Disorders
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- Feeding Relationship & Eating Together
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- Food Allergies
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- Food Safety
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- Food Security
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- Meal and Snack Ideas
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- Pregnancy/Perinatal
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- Vitamins & Minerals
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- Reliable Nutrition Information
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Learn more about Healthy Schools
Learn more about Community Engagement
Learn more about Food Security Hubs
