Speaker

Annie-Pier Mercier


Université Laval

Annie-Pier, a certified nutritionist, currently serves as the activities coordinator within the food services sector at Université Laval. Her academic background encompassed a focus on sustainable development during her undergraduate studies, while her master’s research delved into the impact of incorporating locally sourced food on individual dietary quality. With her professional pursuits centered around public nutrition and the advancement of sustainable food systems, Annie-Pier actively engages in a spectrum of conscientious food projects on campus. Her involvement spans initiatives like local food sourcing, reduction of single-use food containers, organization of environmentally-conscious events, formulation of menus that prioritize both low environmental impact and high nutritional value, reduction of food waste, and contribution to select urban agriculture endeavors.