Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM), Ontario Networking Group

About the ONG

Welcome to the Ontario Networking Group (ONG) Page!

Our goal is to set up the ONG page as a great resource and a “one-stop shop”, providing information and content that is relevant to the industry in Ontario and that is of importance to our Ontario CSNM Members.

ONG is the voice of Ontario CSNM members to improve membership benefits and an excellent opportunity to find mentorship within your field. ONG welcomes members from all industries including culinary, correctional, healthcare, LTC, and all others.

The ONG believes that by connecting with one another, we can make a difference in our industry. The Food and Nutrition sector is large and diverse; It is the contribution of this diverse group that makes it possible for ONG to address any gaps within CSNM.

If you are passionate about being part of a positive impact and interested in networking with professionals within the Food and Nutrition field, then consider joining the ONG.

Upcoming Events

ONG upcoming events

CSNM Conference

Date: June 12 - 14

Join us and your peers at the 2024 CSNM Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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News and Articles

ONG News, Articles and Updates

Nicole Coelho, CNM: A Leader in Food and Nutrition Management

Interviewed by Vicki Coppins, CNM

Nicole believes that being a successful leader in food and nutrition management requires being team-oriented and empowering your staff. “It's important to get to know your team members and involve them in decision-making processes whenever possible, “ Nicole says as it helps to get buy-in from your staff and set them up for success.

Becoming More Sustainable in the Food Services Industry

Author: James Careless

Eliminating single-use plastic is just one way for food service operations to become more sustainable. Enhanced recycling of packaging is another important way to enhance sustainability. However, there seem to be significant challenges in that respect, as implementing a comprehensive recycling program is fraught with problems.

Fall Event Highlights - Striving for Sustainability Summary

Author: Pranjali Agarwal

We are delighted to share the highlights from our first in-person CSNM ONG Fall Event, which took place on September 29th, 2023. It was a day of learning, networking, personal growth, and meaningful connections. We would like to provide you with a brief recap of the event.

Coping with Inflation While Keeping Quality High

Author: James Careless

Inflation is having a significant impact on the price of food supplies in Canada, posing serious challenges for food services professionals. The rising costs of prepared foods, ingredients, and other operational expenses are straining their budgets, making it difficult to maintain nutrition levels for their clients on a consistent basis.