Dietitians of Canada

⚽ Soccer is on everyone’s mind right now, and so is the preparation behind high performance on the pitch.

Join the Sports Nutrition Network for Fuelling the High Performance Soccer Athlete, an informative webinar exploring the nutrition demands of soccer throughout a yearly training plan.

Katie Jessop, current Toronto FC dietitian, and Joanna Irvine, former Whitecaps FC dietitian, will share key fuelling considerations for the high performance soccer environment.

📅 June 8, 2026
⏰ 12–1 PM ET
👥 Open to all DC members

Register here: https://doc.onlinecommunity.ca/events/event-description?CalendarEventKey=ae15ce53-a5ad-4b74-874e-019e4c0506da&CommunityKey=42b1934f-8c0e-4ff7-99e6-019ae0cbf858&Home=%2fcommunities%2fcommunity-home%2frecent-community-events

FREE Lab & Learn Webinar – The Rise of AI in Nutrition

Join PepsiCo Health & Nutrition Sciences on Tuesday, June 2 from 2:00pm-3:15pm EST, for the Lab & Learn webinar: The Rise of AI in Nutrition: Navigating Use, Communication & Ethics.

Expert speakers Veronica Hindle (MS, RDN), Drew Hemler (MSc, RD, CDN, FAND) and Barbara Zabawa (JD, MPH) will explore the evolving role of AI, from research to personalized dietary guidance, and how to critically evaluate AI-generated information.

🧠 You’ll learn how to:
- Assess scientific credibility in an AI-driven world
- Develop skills to critically evaluate content to ensure messaging and application are evidence-based

🗓️ REGISTER HERE: https://eatwellglobal.zoom.us/webinar/register/9117696286323/WN_hfcYDG9LRKyMBmvbxhw_xg #/registration

📢 Calling all Dietitians of Canada members!
Are you interested in simulated education? Whether you’re a student, a seasoned educator, or a practicing professional, you are welcome to attend this free community group session with DC.

Join us to discuss current practices, share resources, and support one another in a shared interest in simulation.

📅 Save the Date: June 18, 2026 @ 11:00 AM ET
🔗 Join us here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84165249339?pwd=C9dWS6MMeaW2llYrrHiv4ziQv7PIZm.1

Let’s build the future of dietetic simulated education together. Hope to see you there! 👋

Dietitians of Canada has submitted its Pre-Budget Consultation recommendations in advance of the 2026 federal budget.

Our submission highlights the critical role Registered Dietitians play in strengthening Canada’s health system and supporting sustainable food systems nationwide.

Our recommendations call on the federal government to:
1. Expand Canada Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility to include Registered Dietitians
2. Better integrate Registered Dietitians into the health workforce through future bilateral health agreements
3. Address household food insecurity through income policy

We remain committed to advocating for policies that support dietitians, improve access to nutrition care and advance healthier communities across Canada.

Read more here: https://www.dietitians.ca/News/2026/2026-Federal-Pre-Budget-Recommendations

DC Members, your next gear upgrade just got better 👟🎽

Your exclusive Sport Chek discount code is officially in your inbox! Check your email for access to VIP pricing available to DC members until May 27, 2026.

Whether you’re refreshing your activewear, stocking up on essentials, or gearing up for the season ahead, now’s the time to save.

Haven’t received your code? Reach out to us and we’ll be happy to help.

🎥 Recording now available! Whether you missed it live or want to re-watch it, now’s your chance to catch the full webinar.

Hosted during Nutrition Month in partnership with Cardinal Health, this webinar brings together science, clinical practice, and caregiver experience to explore blenderized tube feeding across pediatric and adult care settings. 🥦🩺

In this session, we explore:

📚 Scientific evidence and clinical best practices
🩺 Clinical benefits of BTF, including gut health and GI tolerance
✅ Current ASPEN recommendations
🥣 Safety, nutritional adequacy, and feed consistency
📏 IDDSI guidance for safe administration
💛 Real-world implementation through a caregiver perspective

Watch the full recording on our website. ▶️ https://www.dietitians.ca/Events/Past-events/Past-Events/Blenderized-Tube-Feeding-balancing-the-science,-pr

How do we create a more connected healthcare experience for patients across Canada?

DC was proud to participate in conversations with healthcare leaders, partners, and changemakers at the National Strategic Dialogue: Advancing the Medical Neighbourhood Model in Ottawa.

The session explored how we can collectively advance a principles-based approach to integrated, patient-centred care and strengthen partnerships needed for long-term systemic impact.

Thanks to Santis Health for hosting and facilitating the discussion.

Call for Canadian Lead Author: Nutrition & Athletic Performance Position Paper 🇨🇦

DC is recruiting a Canadian Lead Author to support an update to the Nutrition & Athletic Performance Position Statement—in collaboration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized publication and help shape evidence-based guidance for both practitioners and athletes.

📍 Remote | ~2-year commitment (plus publication)
📅 Apply by May 12, 2026 (11:59 pm EST)

👉 Submit your application and CV: https://dietitians.secure-platform.com/site/organizations/main/home

👉 Learn more: https://www.dietitians.ca/News/2026/Call-for-Lead-DC-Author-Nutrition-and-Athletic-Per

Questions? Contact Mary Anne Smith at [email protected]

Join our conversational Journal Club! Connect with RDs across the country and sharpen your literature review skills. In the Journal Club, you can explore new research in a relaxed, supportive setting. No research expertise required – we're here to learn from each other.

Here's how it works:

1️⃣ Read the attached journal article: The Impact of Biological S*x on Physical Function Following 16-Week Elastic Bands Resistance Training Along with Diabetes Education in Older Males and Females with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Frailty: https://doc.onlinecommunity.ca/events/event-description?CalendarEventKey=95efa9cb-6c66-4dfe-8a63-019e081a7eb7&CommunityKey=42b1934f-8c0e-4ff7-99e6-019ae0cbf858&Home=%2fcommunities%2fcommunity-home%2frecent-community-events

2️⃣ Join us via Zoom to share your thoughts, questions or concerns about the research article: https://umanitoba.zoom.us/j/65395743794?pwd=zI4AZ4LWXEwlGvkaWsFsSamVnz8x9X.1