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Packing a Healthy Lunch

Contents developed by Registered Dietitians, Nutrition Services, AHS

Canada’s Food Guide

Learn, grow and play at school

  • Vegetables and Fruit
  • Protein Foods
  • Whole Grain Foods
  • Plenty of Water
  • Offer fruit to eat instead of juices and other sugary drinks

What should my child take to school?

  • Lunch
  • 1 or more snacks
  • Water bottle

Helpful items for packing lunches

Lunch bag and ice packs
Thermos
Reusable containers

Tips for Success

  • Plan for the week
  • Make a list
  • Prepare ahead
  • Kids can help

Resources

Healthy Eating Resources – Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services has free online resources on many topics. This website includes nutrition information on many topics related to school age children.

Canada’s Food Guide

Canada’s Food guide website has many useful resources as well as translated versions of the guide in many languages.

Short videos – Raising our Healthy Kids

There are many short videos regarding nutrition on the Raising Our Healthy Kids website.

Free Dietitian call – 811

Call 811 and ask to talk to a dietitian. 24/7, Translator available

or complete the Self-Referral Form

Disclaimer: This material is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified health professional. This material is intended for general information only and is provided on an “as is”, “where is” basis. Although reasonable efforts were made to confirm the accuracy of the information, Alberta Health Services does not make any representation or warranty, express, implied or statutory, as to the accuracy, reliability, completeness, applicability or fitness for a particular purpose of such information. Alberta Health Services expressly disclaims all liability for the use of these materials, and for any claims, actions, demands or suits arising from such use.  Last updated July 2026