York University was ranked highly by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) for its vegan-friendly meal options on both Keele and Glendon campuses. The school placed seventh among Canadian universities.
According to Anthony Barbisan, director of YU-card and Food Services, Campus Services and Business Operations, York submits its candidacy every year; he said receiving the rank “was a nice surprise.”
Barbisan told Yfile Jan. 21 that York is currently working out details of a new vegan express program, together with Aramark, the university’s caterer.
As of now, York offers 13 locations where students can enjoy vegan food.
News Department, with files from YFile
PETA ranks York seventh among vegan-friendly campuses
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Interesting addition to PETA’s list although I’ve personally noticed a disconnect between being vegan and healthy. York lacks fresh organic food options and it would be too much to ask that come from our local farmers. Although not eating animals could be considered a healthy lifestyle choice, eating french fries hardly cuts it.