Addressing Food Insecurity
At Holland College, we understand that the rising cost of food can create challenges for students.
No one should have to choose between eating well and focusing on their studies. That’s why we’ve created a variety of programs to help ease food insecurity and make sure you feel supported throughout your time here.
From food shelves on campus to breakfast programs and meal kit initiatives like Student SKILLit, we’re committed to providing practical, affordable options that meet your needs. These resources are designed to help you access nutritious food, build lifelong skills, and feel confident knowing your college community is here for you.
Our goal is simple: to make sure every student has the support they need to succeed - both in the classroom and beyond. Scroll down to learn more about our programs.
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Have more questions about the support available to you?
Explore our Student Support Services to learn more, or reach out to us by email - we’re here to help you!
Student SKILLit
Our Student Skillit project will help you build the skills and confidence to prepare healthy, affordable meals.
Each week this semester, receive a meal kit with the ingredients and instructions to make a nutritious dish that serves about four generous portions.
Kits are designed with mostly non-perishable ingredients to keep them simple, practical, and budget-friendly. This program is especially meant to support students who could benefit from a little extra help stretching their food budget while still eating well.
For a registration fee of $50, you’ll receive a meal kit every Wednesday at either Prince of Wales Campus, Summerside Waterfront Campus or The Culinary Institute of Canada throughout this first semester. Space is limited, and meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
If this program feels like the right support for you, we encourage you to register today.
Please read carefully the agreement below and ensure that you are able and willing to meet all of the expectations for your participation before registering.
Please note that failure to pick up the kit without appropriate notification on more than 2 occasions, may result in removal of the participant from the program.
Assumptions for participation in the program:
- Yes, I will have access to a clean kitchen equipped with basic pots, a strainer andbasic cooking utensils.
- Yes, I understand that I will need to have salt, pepper and cooking oil on hand as they are not provided in the kits.
- Yes, I will wash and return the plastic containers as instructed.
- Yes, I will exercise good kitchen sanitation skills which include but are not limited to handwashing while preparing food, washing all produce before cutting or cooking, ensuring clean utensils, work surfaces, etc. at all times.
- Yes, I will take my meal kits directly home upon receiving it and the product will be immediately refrigerated at a safe temperature until I am able to cook the meal.
- Yes, I pledge to prepare the recipes as directed to the best of my ability and when I am unable to do so, I will ensure that the meal kit is NOT WASTED or left to spoil. When I am unable to do so, I will contact the coordinator to make alternate arrangements for the meal kit.
- Yes, I agree to use the gift cards provided with the kits for the sole purpose of purchasing the necessary ingredients that go with that meal kit.
- Yes, I understand the importance of my feedback to inform future changes and to improve the program. Therefore, I agree to complete the survey(s) as I am notified by the program coordinator.
Breakfast Programs
All Holland College campuses and centres offer breakfast snacks to get your day started.
- Prince of Wales Campus
toast/bagels and drinks available at the MCCE concession stand cafeteria between 8:00 AM-9:00 AM every morning. - Georgetown
Students can find breakfast items in the student cafeteria Monday through Thursday during morning break. - Tourism & Culinary Centre
Students will find morning snacks on the main floor by the counselling and academic support offices. - Summerside Waterfront Campus
Students will find breakfast snacks in the Resource Center (Library) every morning between 8:15 AM and 9:00 AM. - Atlantic Police Academy
Students have access to a meal program for most meals of the week. Additional resources can be attained through Susan Clarkin, Accounts Clerk. - Alberton
Grab-and-go items are available in the student lounge.
Food Shelves
Every Holland College campus and centre across the province has a Food Shelf to help you get through the day. Please limit your selection to 3 items a day so others can have a snack, too.
- Prince of Wales Campus:
Centre for Student Wellness and Academic Success, 1st floor at 275 Kent St - Georgetown:
Located within the Academic Support office. - Tourism & Culinary Centre:
Main floor by the counselling and academic support office - Summerside Waterfront Campus:
Located within the resource center/ library - Atlantic Police Academy:
See Susan Clarkin, Accounts Clerk. - Alberton:
Grab-and-go food items are available in the student lounge.