This course examines policy development in government and the strategies and actions taken by advocacy groups to influence government in the making and implementation of policy and programs. The focus will be on policies affecting foods and nutrition in Canada, but other areas will also be considered.

Prerequisite(s): Human Ecology 2266F/G and registration in year 3 or 4 of the BScFN Honors Specialization in Nutrition and Dietetics, Honors Specialization in Food Science and Technology, Specialization in Foods and Nutrition or permission of the Division School of Food and Nutritional Sciences. Students registered in the Major in Leadership Studies may enrol with permission of the instructor.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.