Everyone has a story to tell. From nutrition advice and community events to customer stories to the stories of our volunteers and staff - here are a few of ours:
March is Nutrition Month! This year, dietitians want you to know that healthy eating is about so much more than food - how you eat is important too! Canada’s Food Guide provides messaging around what to eat in order to meet your daily nutrient requirements, but it also speaks to supporting healthy eating in how we eat.
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This past summer, we had the opportunity to be part of Enmax’s Linesman Rodeo. This event was attended by over 1000 people who came out to watch teams of linesmen compete in a myriad of events such as the Obstacle Pole Climb and Crossarm Replacement Race. It was also the introduction of an exciting new dish!
Read MoreDid you know? Turkey is not only delicious – it’s nutritious too! It is a lean, high-quality protein food and a good dietary source of iron, zinc, B12 and niacin (vitamin B3), phosphorous and potassium; all working to support our overall health.
Read MoreAn active Calgary senior left in a difficult situation after a spinal injury threatened her independence. After fracturing two of her vertebrae, she was unable to provide herself the nutritious meals that she needed.
Read MoreCalgary Meals on Wheels is pleased to support the fifth annual Canadian Malnutrition Awareness Week™ campaign, September 23-27, 2019. Malnutrition is a concern for vulnerable older adults living in the community.
Read MoreCelebrate summer by enjoying a salad from Calgary Meals on Wheels! Our Chef and production team are pleased to offer 9 new summer salads selections for our clients on our ‘Our Chef’s Daily Special’ menu.
Read MoreDietitians across Canada are celebrating Nutrition Month in March by helping Canadians unlock the potential of food to fuel, discover, prevent, heal and bring us together.
Read MoreHealth Canada released the new Canada’s Food Guide in January 2019 following a multi-year consultation process and extensive review of current evidence on food and health as part of Canada’s overall Healthy Eating Strategy.
Read MoreIt’s important to enjoy your traditional food favourites during the holidays as well as maintaining your healthy lifestyle goals you focus on throughout the year.
Read MoreSixty-three-year-old Donna Suits has lived in Calgary all her life. As a retired registered nurse, Donna spent her whole life helping others. But when Donna became sick, she was suddenly the one who needed help.
Read MoreCalgary Meals on Wheels is excited to be offering a new Breakfast option for our clients in the new year.
Read MoreIn Canada, you can recognize a food as organic through the label certifying that the food meets the Canadian Organic Standards.
Read MoreWhat would summer be without the goodness and crunch of a salad!
Read MoreThis past June, we wished a happy retirement to four amazing people – Hideko, Claudette, Frank and Jack.
Read More“Break the Fast” with a nutritious breakfast and benefit in multiple ways - here’s 5.
Read MoreAs of April 2018, Calgary Meals on Wheels accepted the offer to become the official owner of YYC Pizza Week – a fun foodie event which sees local restaurants battle for YYC’s best pizza.
Read MoreNow that we're in the midst of spring, it seems like an appropriate time to reflect on lifestyle factors, including what we eat, and how they can influence our health.
Read MoreStay energized by planning nutritious snacks into your day! Nutritious snacks, in the right portion sizes, can be part of a healthy eating plan.
Read MoreI’m so excited to be part of this year’s Dietitians of Canada Nutrition Month Campaign.
Read MoreAs we prepare our 2017 Annual Report, our team reflects on the amazing year we’ve had and the many accomplishments achieved with the help of our volunteers, donors, and staff.
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