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Pregnant and postnatal women and people and their families facing challenges that may put their health at risk participate in CPNP projects
CPNP projects collaborate with organizations from various sectors to support the needs of participants
Program participants gain knowledge and build skills to support their health and well-being and to support the health and well-being of their infants and families

The Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP) is intended to improve the health of pregnant women and people and their infants who face challenges that may put their health at risk. Funded community-level projects are aimed at increasing healthy birth weights, promoting and supporting healthy nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum, promoting and supporting breastfeeding, and supporting positive health behaviours and well-being. This program also promotes the creation of partnerships within communities and strengthens community capacity to increase support for pregnant women and people and new parents and guardians who face challenges that may put their health at risk.