Mr. Speaker, next week, from October 7 to 11, Canadian Malnutrition Awareness Week will be taking place. Malnutrition is a serious challenge that has deep and long-lasting developmental, economic, social and medical impacts on individuals and communities. From under-nourishment to poor diet, millions of children across the world suffer serious consequences each year.
Here in Canada, our government has fortunately taken concrete action to address this problem with our national school food program, which will enable thousands of children to go to school with full bellies so they can reach their full potential.
My Bill C-252 is also an important step toward a future where all children in Canada will be assured of high-quality food that protects their health and their future.
There is still more work to be done. Therefore, let us continue to improve and promote a healthy diet.