From nuggets to veggie burgers: Why Nova Scotia’s revamped school lunches, now reaching 1 lakh students, are about more than just food

Nova Scotia has expanded its school lunch programme to reach 1 lakh students across 334 schools, including all elementary, middle, and junior high levels. With CAD 80 million in funding, the revamped menu now features freshly prepared items like veggie burgers and chilli, shaped by student feedback. The initiative follows a pay-what-you-can model, aiming to reduce pressure on families while promoting food literacy and healthier school food culture, as reported by CBC News.