Food literacy and skills

Food literacy knowledge and skills help people take care of themselves and others. This skillset helps people make food choices that support their health and well-being in their home, at school, at work, and during other activities.

Group sessions are a great way to help people build food literacy skills. To help you teach others, we offer train-the-trainer sessions. This training can be adjusted to fit the needs of your group or focus on specific topics. You’ll learn how to plan, organize, and lead fun and helpful sessions with confidence.

To further support your food literacy journey, we’ve created a comprehensive toolbox filled with practical resources and tools to help you facilitate your own sessions following your training experience.

Kitchen safety is essential. Remind participants to handle sharp objects, hot surfaces, and equipment with care. Ensure they know proper procedures. Food safety is equally important—emphasize the basics: clean, cook, chill, and separate to avoid foodborne illnesses and ensure a safe cooking environment.

Food safety (https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/toolkit-educators/food-safety-considerations/)

There are many factors to consider when planning a session, such as your approach, the age of participants, the layout, and more. Read through the following tips and inspiration to help you create engaging and effective food literacy sessions.

Cooking with Kids of Different Ages – Unlock Food (https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Child-Toddler-Nutrition/Cooking-with-Kids.aspx)
Children’s and adults’ roles around food and eating – Canada’s Food Guide (Children’s and adults’ roles around food and eating – Canada’s Food Guide
Planning tool (PDF, 932 KB)

This item was last modified on September 29, 2025

Food literacy and skills

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