Quebec Summit on Food and Nutrition
This initiative will hopefully prompt dieticians/nutritionists to redefine their contribution in collective wellness strategies implemented in
Future challenges
An aging population, cultural diversity, climate changes, evolving agricultural and food production practices, the globalization of trade, and disparities in wealth distribution are only some of the social challenges ahead of us in the second millennium that directly affect the profession and its practice over the coming years. "For several years, health care professionals have been discussing issues of interdisciplinarity. That concept must now get integrated into our practice on a daily basis. The OPDQ members therefore wish to act as catalysts in the search for solutions that will reflect the best interests of the population", added M. Sanscartier.
Open consultation
Over the next few days, Quebec's dieticians/nutritionists, whose numbers reach 2,500 or so, will be surveyed. Afterwards, individual meetings will be held with partners and stakeholders in the sectors of health, education, agriculture and food production, and biopharmaceuticals. This in-depth investigation will ultimately lead to the Summit on Food and Nutrition, which will take place on
According to the OPDQ, a significant shift is taking place in
About the OPDQ
The Professional Code recognizes the members of the Ordre professionnel des diététistes du Québec as the sole specialists on human nutrition. The mandate of the Ordre professionnel des diététistes du Québec is to protect the public regarding food and human nutrition, and in particular by controlling the practice and quality of the professional act, and by maintaining and developing the professional skills of its dietician/nutritionist members.
By issuing statements and taking well-focussed measures, the OPDQ is contributing to the health and wellness of our population and of individuals, promoting health-conscious environments favouring good dietary habits, and supporting its members in their professional development. Furthermore, the OPDQ advocates measures for greater education and access to information that is sound, accurate and in the interest of the public, so that everyone can make well-informed decisions about food.
For further information: For further information: Marie-Christine Deschênes, Enigma communications, (514) 982-0308, ext. 243, Cell.: (514) 825-0308, [email protected]
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