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NourishU

Empowering you to thrive through food, cooking, and community!

Everyone deserves access to nutritious and delicious meals. NourishU is designed to provide you with practical skills and knowledge to make smart food choices that fit your student lifestyle, helping you nourish your body and manage your budget.

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What to Expect?

In a single, interactive 3-hour session, you will experience:

  • Practical Food Education
    • Learn the basics of nutrient-dense, budget-friendly cooking.
    • Discover practical tips for smart grocery shopping, meal preparation, and choosing affordable options.
  • Hands-On Cooking Class & Live Demo 
    • Cook a balanced, affordable meal with peers guided by a professional chef.
    • Learn basic knife skills and kitchen techniques to build your confidence.
    • Engage with fellow students, ask questions, and share your experiences.

Who can participate?

Exclusively for MRU Students. Whether you live on or off campus, NourishU offers a supportive space to enhance your cooking skills and food knowledge. All levels are welcome. 

 

What You'll Receive

  • Printed resources with practical tips and recipes.
  • Essential cooking tools to support your kitchen journey.
  • A $100 grocery gift card to shop for your next meal.

 

Join an Upcoming NourishU Session!

Spaces are limited to 30 students per session. Sessions run once a month on Friday afternoons from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Register early to secure your spot.

Please note registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. You will receive a confirmation email and calendar invite once your spot is secured.

 

2026-27 NourishU Dates

Exact MRU location and room number will be provided upon enrollment. 


  

For questions or more information, contact the Healthy Campus Team at nourishu@mtroyal.ca.                                             

        
 

With generous support from:

CNRL

    chartwells

 

 

 

 

 

Campus resources

SAMRU Good Food Box – Want to eat more fruits and veggies? Purchase fresh produce at an affordable price – you can order and pick it up on campus.

SAMRU Free Breakfast – Are finances impacting your ability to eat healthy? Free breakfast starting at 8:45 a.m. during Fall and Winter semester.

SAMRU Financial Support

Online resources

Canada’s Food Guide

AHS Healthy Eating Starts Here – A collection of resources on good nutrition.

Campus Well has free, easy recipes and articles on nutrition! 

Innit app - to help you cook at home with easy step-by-step videos and recipes!