“Congratulations to Karen on her winning entry,” said Wheelchair Basketball Paralympian, Ross Norton. “This recipe is great because it features locally-made canola oil and provides the nutritional benefits needed for athletes like myself, and all Canadians reaching for their personal bests.”
Second place went to Joan Airey’s Angel Wings Pasta Salad recipe, and third place to Sharlene Stanley’s Saskatoon Bars. Honourable mention was given to Donna Kingsley’s Aunty Mary’s Buns.
“These recipes are proven winners because they have been created by Prairie families, using Prairie ingredients, to raise winning athletes and Canadians,” said Ellen Pruden, Education and Promotion Co-ordinator for MCGA. “The entries were chosen based on their appeal to a variety of ages, their use of locally-grown products, and because they are delicious; as well they recognize the nutritional benefits of canola required to help Canadian Paralympic athletes Go for Gold at Vancouver 2010.”
ACPC, MCGA, and the CPC have partnered in this recipe contest, and also with the Viterra Power of the Prairies Program. The purpose of this program is to provide children and Prairie families with information on the importance of nutrition for achieving athletic success.
Complete recipes are available at http://www.canolarecipes.com/
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About the Canadian Paralympic Committee
The Canadian Paralympic Committee (“the CPC”) is a non-profit, private organization with 43 member sports organizations dedicated to strengthening the Paralympic Movement. The CPC is responsible for creating an optimal high-performance environment for Canadian Paralympic athletes to win at Paralympic and ParaPanAmerican Games. By supporting Canadian Paralympic athletes and promoting their success, the CPC inspires all Canadians with a physical disability to get involved in sport through programs delivered by its member organizations. For more information, visit www.paralympic.ca.
About Alberta Canola Producers Commission
The Alberta Canola Producers Commission (www.canola.ab.ca), founded in 1989, was the province's first refundable check-off producer organization. Its mandate is reflected in its mission statement: to increase the long-term profitability of Alberta canola growers through research, promotional activities, consumer and producer education programs, and policy development. The commission in no way regulates or is involved with the production, buying or selling of canola.
About Manitoba Canola Growers Association
The Manitoba Canola Growers Association is a member organization committed to maximizing member net income from canola. There are over 9,000 hard working canola producers across Manitoba that plant on the average about 3 million acres.
Manitoba Canola Growers are proud to be able to grow a heart healthy product that is enjoyed by people locally and all across the globe. Canola oil is lowest in saturated fat and trans fat free. Whether you are baking, frying, sautéing, emulsifying or grilling your next meal, canola oil makes a healthy choice. Canola Oil. Local. Healthy. Good For You. For more information go to www.canolarecipes.ca
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