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Government of Canada Celebrates Food Day and the Best Food on Earth
July 29, 2010 (Ottawa, Ontario) - Food Day, July 31, 2010 is a perfect opportunity to recognize Canadian farmers' hard work and dedication to producing the best food in the world. This Saturday marks the 8th annual national celebration of Canada's culinary excellence, from farm to fork.
"Canadian farmers produce the best food in the world and we're not shy to say it," said Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz. "What better day than Food Day to celebrate Canada's hard working farm families and their important contribution to our economy, our country, and the health of consumers at home and around the world."
Agriculture is a vital part of Canada's growing and modern economy as it drives eight percent of our Gross Domestic Product. The industry is responsible for one in eight jobs and last year its contribution to trade was more than $40 billion.
OLTCA's 2nd Annual Applied Research and Education Day: Call for Poster Presentations 2010
A-HA News (July 14, 2010)
Call for Poster Presentations:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PosterARD2010
Submissions are open to students, researchers, staff and residents of long-term care homes and groups or providers of innovative products or services relevant to long term care. Multiple submissions from individuals or organizations are welcomed. Deadline September 24, 2010.
- Friday, September 24th (5:00pm) - Poster Abstract due (early submissions are welcome)
- Friday, October 22nd - Email notification to selected poster lead authors
- Tuesday, November 23rd - Event, The Toronto Congress Centre (650 Dixon Road)
Call for Resources & Tools:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ToolsandResourcesARD2010
Submissions for Tools and Resources are open to collaborative groups/stakeholders, related organizations and staff/management of long term care / retirement homes, and providers of innovative products and services relevant to long-term care. Multiple submissions from individuals or organizations are welcomed. Deadline September 24, 2010.
- Friday, September 24th (5:00pm) - Due date for Tools and Resources Application
- Friday, October 22nd - Email notification to applicant from OLTCA regarding the acceptance status to all Tools and Resources applicants
- Tuesday, November 23rd - Event, The Toronto Congress Centre (650 Dixon Road)
View OLTCA website for event details...
Emerging demographic changes to impact global dairy industry: Tetra Pak
Food In Canada News (July 13, 2010)
There are several major demographic drivers that will influence consumers' everyday lives worldwide.
These will affect consumer behaviour and lifestyle and the food choices consumers make.
In its latest Tetra Pak Dairy Index, Tetra Pak focuses on three of those demographic drivers and how they will shape the dairy industry globally.
Those three drivers are an ageing population, urbanization and an emerging global middle class.
An ageing population
What Tetra Pak has found is that the importance of vitamins and minerals increases as consumers age.
For dairy producers, the opportunities include creating products that are fortified and products that can be positioned as occasional indulgences.
In some countries dairy producers are targeting consumers who are 35+ with products designed to help adults maintain optimal bone density.
In other countries, products are geared to the 40+ crowd and offer omega-3s and antioxidants to help avoid premature aging.
In other countries dairy producers are gearing products to young people. And in others the younger generations are an untapped market.
Tetra Pak has found that generally, consumers 50+ don't want to be seen as aging, seniors or elderly.
"The 60+ population in many countries will have more time, more money and more education than ever before. They'll also be fitter, more active and more vibrant," says Tetra Pak Global Marketing Director Chris Kenneally.
"Marketers who will do well will be those who can talk to this growing population group about lifestyles - not ailments."
A-HA's 2009 Annual Report is now available...
Kitchener, Ontario (June 4, 2010)
The A-HA program is quickly moving into the second year of operation at the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA), with the University of Guelph and the University of Waterloo as partners. This report provides a snapshot of A-HA research and dissemination activities from the first year. A-HA's mission is to improve the quality of life for older adults through the innovative use of food, which is demonstrated by the activities highlighted in this report. Thanks to all of A-HA partners who helped to make 2009 a success!
View report...
Tier 1 Canada Research Chairs in Aging, Food and Health
Guelph, Ontario (March 23, 2010)
The University of Guelph invites applications for two Tier 1 Canada Research Chairs (one SSHRC- or CIHR-based; one NSERC-based) that will sit at the apex of three of the core research themes in its Strategic Research Plan: food, health promotion and individual/family well-being (view link). Collectively, these strategic leadership positions will work with and contribute to the research programs of several existing initiatives at the University of Guelph to provide a holistic, integrated understanding of food and human health, with an emphasis on aging and quality of life. These two CRCs will provide a focal and unifying point among many colleges at the University of Guelph, and it is essential that the two positions are complementary, with the successful candidates having a history of interdisciplinary activities.
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Review of applications and nominations will begin May 14, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, a brief (2-3 page) sevent year research program plan, and a record of teaching effectiveness along with contact information for five referees (who will not be contacted without the consent of the candidate, to:
Laverne Smith & Associates Inc.
1 Yonge Street, Suite 1801
Toronto, ON M5E 1W7
guelphcrcs@lavernesmith.com