I am proud to have introduced the private member’s Bill C-252 in Parliament which proposes an amendment to the Food and Drugs Act. This bill aims to restrict the marketing of food and beverages high in sugar, saturated fats or salt, directed at children.

Studies have shown that even before Covid-19, 90% of food and beverages ads for such products were viewed by children on TV and online.

We can only imagine how much more dire the situation has become over the past two years. Consuming such foods and beverages is linked to increased health risks, including obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

A healthy population, including healthy children, is not only key to reducing the likelihood of serious health problems, but contributes to a healthy economy.

This issue, previously debated in Parliament is now reintroduced. The time has come to protect our children, ensure that their health is no longer compromised, and support parents across the country as they help their children develop healthy eating habits and food preferences.