School Foods Program monthly grocery supplement to end in August
IRC’s School Foods program has been offering a $500 monthly in-store credit at Stanton, Co-op or Northern for those living in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, as an initiative under existing Inuit CFI funding. This monthly nutritional support has provided welcome relief against the high cost of living for northern Inuvialuit.
With changes to the operations at Inuit CFI, IRC will no longer have access to funding and grocery support program will be ending permanently this August. Families are encouraged to make use of the remaining months of support, as July and August will be the final opportunities to benefit from the in-store credit. Planning ahead for the upcoming school year will be important as this program winds down. IRC has no other funding available to provide grocery support. In September, students will still have access to nutritious breakfasts and lunches as part of the School Food Program.
July credits will be available in stores on July 11.
*July 4 update: Stanton July credit now available
August credits will be available on August 8.
FAQs
If I already applied this year, do I need to reapply?
No, you do not need to reapply at this time. However, please allow a few days to ensure the credit is available. If it’s not, please contact Shayna Allen sallen@inuvialuit.com for assistance.
What if I haven’t applied yet?
This is an extension of the 2024/25 school-year programming. New applications will not be considered.
Can I change the grocery store?
Stanton is the preferred vendor. If you would like to move your credits to Stanton from another store, please contact us by July 7.
Will this program be available to Inuvialuit outside of the ISR?
The federal funding for this program is region specific and we are unable to provide funding outside the ISR.
CONTACT US
Check with your vendor before shopping. For questions, contact Shayna Allen at isrfoodprogram@inuvialuit.com or 867-777-7069
To register a child under the IFA, email enrolment@inuvialuit.com