Food First Foundation, NWT is a registered non-profit whose mission is to support nutrition education programs in schools with the goal of encouraging a healthy population of children and youth for future generations.

How We Help

Education is our primary focus, the philosophy "Give a person a fish and you feed them for a day, teach a person to fish and you feed them for a lifetime" is the core philosophy of our organisation. Operating in the NWT we run cooking programs that compliment the existing curriculum and bring it to life.

Recent studies indicate that NWT students need help with their nutrition. Nearly 70% do not consume enough fruits and vegetables for optimal health; as well, many do not reach the daily dairy servings recommended by the NWT Food Guide, putting them at risk for cancers, diabetes, osteoporosis and other chronic diseases. Children are too often overfed and undernourished.

Inadequate nutrition leads to poor concentration, classroom behavioural issues, higher absenteeism, low self esteem and reduced scholastic success. Healthy food provides the nutrients children need to be attentive and enthusiastic in school, increasing their ability to concentrate and learn. 

Who We Are

Food First is primarily made up of experienced nutritionists and educators who volunteer their time and bring immense expertise to the organisation.

Our Board

• Paige Saunders, Chair
• Amanda Douglas, Vice Chair
• Tanya Gillard, Treasurer/Secretary
• Elsie De Roose, Member at Large

Our Staff

Karen Pryznyk, Coordinator