The recent agreement between Ontario and the federal government secures $108.5 million over three years to enhance the school food program, benefiting 160,000 additional students.
Federal funding will facilitate 9.8 million meals annually for students, as Ontario's Premier emphasizes the significant role of meals in improving students' concentration and cognitive functions.
Advocates highlight the necessity of a national school food program, noting that Canada, unlike other G7 countries, struggles with fragmented food assistance initiatives that fail to address the needs adequately.
Ontario's commitment to the federal plan showcases a proactive approach, as Premier Ford underscored the importance of meal provision in enhancing student performance.
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