Nova Scotia | School Milk Program
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Government Grant
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Schools play a pivotal role in supporting the health of students. To support student success and well-being, the government is investing $2 million in the new Healthy Schools Fund and covering the increased cost of milk for the remainder of the 2021-22 school year. The Healthy Schools Fund will provide each school across the province with $5,000 and an additional $1 per student annually for programs and activities that support mental and physical health or cultural awareness.
The Nova Scotia School Milk Program, which began in 1974, is designed to increase the availability and consumption of milk in Nova Scotia schools. The program allows milk, which is consumed by students on school premises, to be provided at a reduced cost. Students from grades primary through twelve enjoy nutrition and health benefits under the Program. With the school, parents and the agricultural industry's support we continue to encourage good nutritional habits.
Nova Scotia’s School Milk Program prices will not increase for the current school year. The price was scheduled to increase in January due to rising production costs for dairy producers and processors. The government will absorb this increase to lessen the impact on students and families who are struggling financially.
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