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Healthy Meals & Snacks

Nutritious, Safe, and Delicious Food for Your Child

At MPI, your child’s health and safety are our top priorities. Our Centre is completely peanut-free to ensure a safe environment for all children.

Delicious homemade bunny-shaped pancakes served with strawberries and a cup of tea.

We provide nutritious lunches along with morning and afternoon snacks every day, following:

  • Canada’s Food Guide
  • Healthy Eating Guidelines for Early Learning Centres and Child Care Centres in PEI

All beverages are provided by the Centre, except for 3.25% milk and infant formula, which must be supplied by parents.

 
 

 

 

Menu Cycle

Meals rotate on a 4-week menu cycle to keep things fresh and exciting.

Allergy List

Special dietary needs and allergies are clearly posted in the kitchen area.

Safe Options

When possible, safe alternatives will be provided for children with allergies or restrictions.

Infant Supplies

Parents of infants still on baby food, formula, 3.25% milk, or Parent must supply these items.

 
 

 

 

Sample Menu

Here’s a glimpse of what a week of healthy and balanced meals might look like:

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Week 1

Close-up of fresh blueberries and strawberries on yogurt with granola.
Cereal & Fruit
Chicken Alfredo, Vegetable & Garlic Bread
Chicken Alfredo, Vegetable & Garlic Bread
Close-up of homemade applesauce in a clear glass bowl on a tiled surface.
Applesauce & Graham Crackers
Appetizing avocado toast on a wooden tray served with a cup of coffee for breakfast.
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Explore a beautifully arranged charcuterie board featuring cured meats, stuffed peppers, crackers, and fruits.
Chili & Biscuits
A vibrant berry popsicle in a glass with fresh kiwi on a plate, creating a refreshing summer treat.
Frozen Fruit Pops & Crackers
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Close-up of a homemade baked macaroni and cheese in a white dish. Perfect comfort food for lunch or dinner.
Mac and Cheese w/ Garlic Bread & Vegetables
Close-up of cheese and rustic bread on a wooden board, ideal for culinary themes.
Cheese & Crackers
Whole Wheat English Muffin & Fruit
Whole Wheat English Muffin & Fruit
Sweet & Sour Meatloaf, Rice & Vegetables
Sweet & Sour Meatloaf, Rice & Vegetables
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Delicious strawberry smoothie in a glass with fresh strawberries and a striped straw on a light background.
Smoothie & Graham Crackers
A top view of a Mexican quesadilla served with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream on a plate.
Chicken Quesadilla
Vibrant mix of dried fruits and nuts on a wooden tray, perfect for healthy snacking.
Trailmix

Week 2

Close-up of fresh blueberries and strawberries on yogurt with granola.
Cereal & Fruit
Delicious golden breaded fish sticks topped with parsley, perfect for a meal.
Fish sticks, Rice & Vegetables
Yogurt & Graham Crackers
Yogurt & Graham Crackers
Appetizing avocado toast on a wooden tray served with a cup of coffee for breakfast.
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Close-up of a rustic bread bowl with ham, cherry tomatoes, and potatoes.
Ham, Potatoes & Vegetables
A vibrant berry popsicle in a glass with fresh kiwi on a plate, creating a refreshing summer treat.
Frozen Fruit Pops & Rice Cakes
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Sloppy Joes & Raw Vegetables
Sloppy Joes & Raw Vegetables
Close-up of cheese and rustic bread on a wooden board, ideal for culinary themes.
Cheese & Crackers
Top view of fresh blueberry muffins with oats and scattered blueberries.
Whole Wheat English Muffin & Fruit
Close-up of a tasty spaghetti Bolognese topped with fresh parsley and tomatoes.
Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce, Vegetable & Garlic Bread
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Delicious strawberry smoothie in a glass with fresh strawberries and a striped straw on a light background.
Smoothie & Graham Crackers
Delicious Thai fried rice served on a green plate, garnished with flower. Perfect for authentic Thai cuisine lovers.
Chicken Fried Rice
Vibrant mix of dried fruits and nuts on a wooden tray, perfect for healthy snacking.
Trailmix

Week 3

Close-up of fresh blueberries and strawberries on yogurt with granola.
Cereal & Fruit
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Close-up of homemade applesauce in a clear glass bowl on a tiled surface.
Applesauce & Graham Crackers
Appetizing avocado toast on a wooden tray served with a cup of coffee for breakfast.
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Juicy cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and sesame seed bun.
Cheeseburger & Raw Vegetable Sticks
A vibrant berry popsicle in a glass with fresh kiwi on a plate, creating a refreshing summer treat.
Frozen Fruit Pops & Crackers
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Delicious homemade tomato soup served with basil leaves and rustic bread.
Tomato Soup, Crackers, Grilled Cheese & Fruit
Close-up of cheese and rustic bread on a wooden board, ideal for culinary themes.
Cheese & Crackers
Top view of fresh blueberry muffins with oats and scattered blueberries.
Whole Wheat English Muffin & Fruit
Close-up of a deliciously roasted chicken dish served with garnish, highlighting fine cuisine.
Roast Chicken, Potatoes & Vegetables
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Delicious strawberry smoothie in a glass with fresh strawberries and a striped straw on a light background.
Smoothie & Graham Crackers
A savory traditional Moroccan tagine served with sauce, capturing ethnic cuisine's rich flavors.
Chicken Casserole, Garlic Bread & Vegetables
Vibrant mix of dried fruits and nuts on a wooden tray, perfect for healthy snacking.
Trailmix

Week 4

Close-up of fresh blueberries and strawberries on yogurt with granola.
Cereal & Fruit
A delicious plate of crispy chicken bites served with sauce, crispy bread, and fresh lettuce.
Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes & Vegetables
Yogurt & Graham Crackers
Yogurt & Graham Crackers
Appetizing avocado toast on a wooden tray served with a cup of coffee for breakfast.
Whole Wheat Toast & Fruit
Tomato Soup Hamburger Casserole, Garlic Toast Vegetables
Tomato Soup Hamburger Casserole, Garlic Toast Vegetables
A vibrant berry popsicle in a glass with fresh kiwi on a plate, creating a refreshing summer treat.
Frozen Fruit Pops & Rice Cakes
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
A delicious roasted chicken served with sides and a refreshing beer, captured outdoors.
Butter Chicken, Rice, Naan Bread & Vegetables
Close-up of cheese and rustic bread on a wooden board, ideal for culinary themes.
Cheese & Crackers
Top view of fresh blueberry muffins with oats and scattered blueberries.
Whole Wheat English Muffin & Fruit
Meat Pizza, Raw Vegetables
Meat Pizza, Raw Vegetables
Baked Good & Fruit
Baked Good & Fruit
Delicious strawberry smoothie in a glass with fresh strawberries and a striped straw on a light background.
Smoothie & Graham Crackers
An array of healthy lunch box items with sandwiches, fruits, and vegetables on a blue background.
Sandwiches & Fruit
Vibrant mix of dried fruits and nuts on a wooden tray, perfect for healthy snacking.
Trailmix