Grade 12: Nutrition and Health: Food Preparation Skills

Information about dates on pre-packaged food is a valuable source of information for consumers.

A basic understanding of what terms are used can help you to better understand these labels.

Food safety is important for everyone and we can all take simple steps to protect ourselves and our families.

While the food we eat in Canada is among the safest in the world, things can go wrong anywhere. Food can become contaminated by bacteria, viruses and parasites as it makes its way to your table. Learning about safe food selection, handling and preparation practices, helps keep you and others at risk, safe.

Explore Health Canada's Safe Food Handling Interactive Tool to learn how you can safely handle food at home and at the grocery store.

An article containing information about the six most common kitchen accidents that cause personal injury.

This list describes the uses of 20 basic cooking utensils and is perfect for novice cooks or chefs on a budget.