The mental well-being of our children and youth is essential. As we mark Child and Youth Mental Health Day in 2024, it is a time to pause, reflect, and unite in support of our youngest citizens. This year, let us celebrate progress, acknowledge challenges, and recommit to fostering environments where every child and youth can thrive emotionally.
Stop Food Waste Day is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about food waste. This year, we are spotlighting Alumni Amar Laila, a graduate from University of Guelph in behavioral nutrition, showcasing his innovative approaches to addressing food waste. Through education and advocacy, the campaign empowers individuals and businesses to reduce waste and build a more sustainable food system.
An estimated 75 to 199 million tons of plastic waste already saturate our oceans. Each year, a whopping 33 billion pounds of plastic invade marine environments. By 2050, plastic is forecasted to outweigh all fish in the sea. Plastic pollution threatens food safety and quality, human health, coastal tourism, and contributes to climate change.