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The Community Food Advisors (CFAs) are a group of trained volunteers who work with health unit staff and community partners to
promote healthy eating and food safety to consumers in Huron County.
There are 16 Community Food Advisor programs in 15 different communities across the province of Ontario. The program is supported
provincially by the Nutrition Resource Centre, Ontario Public Health Association.
The typical CFA loves food and has some knowledge and skills in food handling before joining the program. They complete the 40 hour
peer training program and are recertified annually based on attendance to meetings, educational updates and completion of
placements.
Community Food Advisor training includes safe food handling and storage and nutritious food selection and preparation.
Community Food Advisor Activities
Community Food Advisors can provide presentations, classes and displays about:
- Canada's Food Guide
- Food Safety
- Healthy Eating on a Budget
- Quick and Easy Meals
- Menu Planning
- Healthy Cooking
- Cooking Basics
- Healthy Eating for Healthy Aging
- Healthy Snacks and Lunches
- Understanding Food Labels
- Many more
They work with groups of any age and in most settings including community centres, community kitchens, schools, farmer's markets,
food banks and various other locations.
There is no cost for a Community Food Advisor to speak to your group. However, we do ask that your organization cover the cost of
any food items that may be needed for the presentation. Donations are appreciated but not required.
Contact Information
For more information about the Community Food Advisor program or to arrange for a Community Food Advisor to speak to your group,
please contact the Huron County Health Unit at 519.482.3416, ext 2312 or toll free 1.877.837.6143, ext 2312.
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