Through the province's new Healthy Eating in Secondary Schools program, high schools and school boards can apply for one-time grants of up to $50,000 to support innovative projects that encourage students to eat healthier.
The province is investing a total of $2.2 million in the Healthy Eating in Secondary Schools Grants.
Projects will begin rolling out this September and can include partnerships with postsecondary institutions or non-profit organizations that promote healthy eating.
Examples of projects that could be eligible for funding include:
-A training program run by a chef school to help cafeteria staff create healthier food options.
-A healthy eating club for students.
-A partnership with farmers to provide healthy, local Ontario foods to students.
-An updated cafeteria space that incorporates healthy eating information or an urban garden.