Hello Wendy,
I would strongly suggest you talk to Karen Archibald, here in Saskatoon.
She is the Director of the Child Hunger in Education Program (CHEP).  CHEP
has adopted a community development model, and has won awards for its
innovative programming.  Karen's number is (306) 655-4635.  Best of luck.

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> From:         Wendy Benson[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Reply To:     Health Promotion on the Internet
> Sent:         Monday, January 11, 1999 6:33 PM
> To:   [log in to unmask]
> Subject:      Childhood Food Insecurity
>
> Hello!
>
> I am preparing background information on the prevalence and best practices
> for dealing with childhood hunger in Calgary, Alberta.
>
> I am posing a few questions for this health promotion network.  Firstly,
> are you aware of reports reflecting the level of hunger or food insecurity
> in children or their families in Canadian communities.  Along with the
> general rates, is there socioeconomic data to indicate how big the problem
> is for sub-groups such as single moms, new Canadians, social allowance
> recipients, etc?  If so, could you send information on how I might be able
> to access the report/data.
>
> Secondly, I am interested in learning about innovative programs and/or
> advocacy strategies that address childhood hunger.  Please send a brief
> description of the program and type of food provided for the children.
> Alternatively send contact name/phone #/Fax #/email address.
>
> Thanking you in advance.
>
>
> Wendy Benson, RD, MPH
> Consulting on health, nutrition and food
> Calgary, AB. Canada
>