This page was reviewed or revised on Wednesday, July 29, 2009.

Vision Statement

To ensure all children attending school in Lambton County are well nourished.

Mission Statement

To ensure that school-aged children have access to child-centred nourishment opportunities through the work of supportive networking and community partnerships.

• History
• Current Programs
• What's the Difference Between a Breakfast and Snack Program?
• How to Start a Program
• Funding Opportunities
• Get Involved
• LBSN Partners
• Events
• PDF of Brochure, Lambton Breakfast Snack Network (April 2007)

History:

The Lambton Breakfast Program was developed in 1999 in partnership with 11 community organizations and agencies; including, the County of Lambton, Lambton Health Unit, Lambton-Kent District School Board, St. Clair Catholic District School Board and St. Vincent dePaul.  Originally there were with six (6) breakfast programs and by April 2000, eight (8) additional programs were added across Lambton County.

To further meet the needs of children attending schools, the Snack Program was introduced at 10 additional schools in 2001.  In 2003 the United Way joined with the Smart Start- Seed, Feed and Grow Initiative.  Since then Breakfast and Snack Programs have become a vital part of student nourishment in 26 schools in Lambton County.

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Current Programs:

What is the difference between a Breakfast Program and a Snack Program?

Student Nourishment Program (Breakfast Program)

The Student Nourishment Program includes 3 of the 4 food groups and is offered before classes begin each morning. The menu must follow the Ontario Student Nourishment Guidelines.

Student Snack Program

This program offers snacks from 2 of the 4 food groups and is available at various times during the school day. The menu must follow the Ontario Student Nourishment Guidelines.

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How to Start a Program

If you are interested in starting a program at your school, County of Lambton School Nutrition Co-ordinator Leslie Palimaka will provide program information sessions to school councils or interested groups. We support groups at every stage:

• Application processing

• Volunteer recruitment

• Fundraising

• Menu development

• Problem solving

For more information about this program contact Leslie Palimaka at 519 344-2062 ext. 2011 or by email leslie.palimaka@county-lambton.on.ca.  

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Funding Opportunities

Ministry of Child and Youth Services

To access this Ontario program, complete an Intention of Application form that describes your program. In addition, an Annual Plan must be completed by your school co-ordinator.  This form provides a detailed account of the school’s nutrition program. Applications are due in May of each year; funding is provided in September for the current school year.  For the 2007-2008 school year, new school programs will not receive funding from South West Region. 

Breakfast for Learning:

Breakfast for Learning (BFL) is a not-for-profit funding group that provides grant money to support school nourishment programs. Applications are available online and can be sent directly to BFL. Applications are due in October of each school year.

Lambton Breakfast Snack Network:

Our goal is to coordinate successful breakfast and snack programs in Lambton County.  As well as linking with related programs and services in the community.  To support all school coordinators with their effort in fundraising, volunteer recruitment, program applications, menu development and presentations.

Download the Lambton Breakfast Program Network's Supplementary Funding Application Form, click here.

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Get Involved:

Become a Partner

The LBSN meets four (4) times per year to discuss the sharing of funds and how to promote and implement the program.

Donations

If you are interested in helping to fund a specific program, please contact the school directly or, if you would like to donate to the LBSN, contact Leslie Palimaka at 519 344-2062 ext. 2011 or email leslie.palimaka@county-lambton.on.ca .

Volunteer

If you would like to volunteer for a breakfast or snack program, contact the school directly. 
 

Lambton Breakfast Snack Network Partners:

County of Lambton Community Health Services Department
North Lambton Community Health Centre
The United Way of Sarnia Lambton
Walpole Island Community Health Centre
Lambton Kent District School Board
Lambton Rural Childcare
Kettle and Stoney Point Health Centre
County of Lambton Children's Services Department
West Lambton Community Health Centre
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Salvation Army
St. Clair Child and Youth Services
St. Clair Catholic District School Board
Sarnia Sting Organization

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Events:

March:  Nutrition Month: On March 5, 2007, École Les Rapides welcomed members of the Sarnia Sting Hockey Club to their breakfast program. Players highlighted the importance of healthy eating and signed autographs for students.

For more information contact:

Leslie Palimaka, Student Nutrition Co-ordinator, Lambton Breakfast Snack Network
Telephone: 519 344-2062 ext. 2011
Toll free: 1-800-387-2882
Email leslie.palimaka@county-lambton.on.ca .

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