In Canada, one in 7 children (close to 1,000,000) live in poverty and are at risk of starting the day on an empty stomach – a common barrier to quality learning in the classroom. With the belief that a better future comes with a better start to each day, NIVEA Canada is proud to be partnering with Breakfast Club of Canada this year to help ensure that Canadian children in need start their day with a proper breakfast to help fuel quality education. With a new school year in full swing, NIVEA is pleased to offer UrbanMoms.ca a NIVEA and Breakfast Club of Canada Prize Pack – filled with all the skin care essentials you need to get your day off to a great start. To enter to WIN visit Sara’s post and answer the question, “Why is breakfast time important in your family?” The prize pack is valued at approximately $100, each prize pack includes:
- An assortment of NIVEA skin care products including a range of NIVEA body moisturizers and lip care products
- A NIVEA/Breakfast Club of Canada promo pack, which is in stores for a limited time (includes NIVEA Pure & Natural Day Care and NIVEA Pure & Natural Mint & Minerals Lip Balm)
To find out more about the NIVEA Canada and Breakfast Club of Canada partnership, please visit www.nivea.ca or visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/NIVEACanada
About Breakfast Club of Canada Breakfast Club of Canada celebrates their role as a National leader in nutritional programming in schools, and their role as an advocate for the children in the public school system. The Club provides support, leadership, food supplies, equipment, training and significant financial assistance for in-school breakfast clubs for children of all ages.
About Beiersdorf NIVEA is one of the world’s largest and most trusted skincare brands and part of the German based Beiersdorf AG. Founded in 1882, today Beiersdorf is one of the leading international skincare companies with over 20,000 employees worldwide. From the very beginning Beiersdorf and NIVEA have always been committed to caring – both for skin and for people.
Carolyn Mackie says
It’s important because health and learning studies have proven the benefits of a good breakie. But I love that time before we tackle the day, it’s a chance to make the kids feel good and positive about their day and have a few laughs.
lelalacc says
It’s important because we get to start the day together, discuss and confirm details about the day – like classwork and after-school activities – and really, it’s an important way to get the nutrition and energy needed to start the day right.
elizamatt says
Breakfast is the beginning of our day so it’s good to be together and stock up our energy levels for the day ahead.
Camelot 5 says
Breakfast is when we have a nutritious breakfast to start our day. It gives us the chance to enjoy a meal together and to relax over a big mug of tea.
Judy Williams says
Important way to start to the day, eating breakfast together. Weekends we relax with big breakfasts and lots of conversation. An excellent way to start every ones day! Eating together before the world comes crashing in
lisa says
we never skip breakfast because it is the most important meal of the day and a great family time.
kelly says
Because its the fuel to start your day, and even if we cant share it together on weekdays we make sure we do on the weekends
Shelly Kristianson says
Great to start the day together 🙂
Janice says
It’s the time to get the energy for the day,
Marlene says
Breakfast is time to start the day together, remind everyone of their plans for the day, enjoy a laugh over food and get busy with the day.
LisaM says
Breakfast is important because we are able to all be together and set the mood for the day!
Suzi says
It’s a great time to connect with each other!
Linda says
Good way to start the day together.
Stephanie Moore says
A good way to start the day
George M says
Breakfast gives us a chance to connect before the start of a hectic day.
melanie says
Give my kids the energy they need for school.
kmmorine says
Breakfast time allows everyone a good start to their day
Jason M says
Breakfast time gives a us a chance to talk about the upcoming day and to make sure everyone eats well.
hollymessana says
It starts your family off for the day with full bellies and lots of energy to keep them going. We tend to be so rushed and then forget to eat and before you know it we are tired and drained.
Elaine D says
As Sara wrote, breakfast time is the best time to talk to your children to catch-up on things about their life and surroundings. AND a nourishing breakfast is very important to our bodies for health and energy reasons. What is great is that Nivea is partnered up with the Breakfast Club of Canada to financially assist for in-school breakfast clubs for children of all ages.
elaina marcotte says
Breakfast is hands down the most important meal of the day. Good energy to start your day and get you moving!
sambows says
Breakfast around here is important because it is a time to sit and relax with the family before a hectic day and the next time to relax with the family is dinner.
712murdoch says
Breakfast is the most important meal for our bodies…it sets the tone for the day!
Theresa says
It. Nourishes the body and mind and you get to sit together and talk about your day and plans
sunshynejo says
Breakfast is the most important because it wakes up the brain, and helps them start the day off right in school.
lindawwww says
Breakfast time is important because the kids start the day with a well-balanced meal.
elainehils says
Breakfast is not only the best meal for that morning fuel up it is also a great time for family chatter before we split up for the day, amybe to not see each other until the next day.,
paula r says
Breakfast time is important to my family because it starts the family with a healthy breakfast which helps them with their learning and the foods we need to work throughout the day
binabug says
breakfast time sets a routine for the kids , which they all need (wasn’t sure if I was to post here or on sara’s post)
Brenda Penton says
Breakfast time is important because it gives us the fuel we need to get through the rest of the day. It helps us focus better at work and in school.
Jessica C says
We like everyone to have a healthy nutritious start to the day. It’s also good to have everyone at the table before we leave for the day.
teeslee says
Breakfast is very to provide your body with the energy that it requires.
Julie Nicholls says
It is a great way to start the day, everyone together at the table.
Janet M says
Breakfast time is important because it gives a us a chance to connect and have a healthy breakfast.
billiondollarprincesss says
It gives us a chance to all sit together and catch up.
Concerned Neighbour says
We spend the day apart; me at home, my husband at work, and my son at school. At breakfast we feed our bodies, giving our minds and souls fuel for the day. Breakfast time is a chance to engage with one another before we tackle the challenges the day brings.
Carmelo says
It’s our house rule…no one leaves without breakfast!
jrobbies says
because in our crazy busy lives, it gives us a few minutes together to just sit and talk
heatherswanson says
Its our time together!
Laurie Cockburn says
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and I make sure everyone gets a healthy one.
Lori Causey-Larocque says
It is important because it gives us time to stop for a few minutes in our rushed morning routine and relax, together.
Laura Keating says
breakfast is important to my family because it gives you energy and helps you get through till lunch and you can focus in school or work better with a great breakfast
deborah mcmillen says
breakfast is the time of day around our house that we bond, the kids know it’s important for them to have a good day at school, they even know it’s good for the dogs to have a great day, so we all eat breakfast together at the same time…even the dogs.!
Silvana Cox says
Breakfast is the start of each day and a time our household knows sets the pace for the day so a healthy breakfast and together helps buidl strong bodies, sharp minds and family ties.
judycc says
Breakfast is important because you are breaking your nightime fast, thus getting your brain activated to start your day.
Carol Ann Westbrook says
A good breakfast is necessary for children to learn.
Jess says
It’s a great way to start the day.
grace1972 says
It’s a great time to get our first energy boosts of the day together, before we congregate again in the evening.
Audrey Skinner says
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so it is very important for everyone to get the fuel needed to get your day off to a great start.
shirlsp says
This sounds like a very worthy cause
Bill says
Breakfast time is important in my family because it gives us a last chance to spend time together and talk/laugh before everyone leaves the house for the day.