The Artisanal Culinary Arts is a one-year graduate program that aims to provide an opportunity for students to specialize in an artisanal culinary field; develop a more profound respect for food; and explore the concept of food sovereignty with a sustainable model of agriculture in contrast to Canada's current industrial system of food production. This program will create chefs that have demonstrated a competence in traditional food preparation such as preserving, artisanal baking, and butchery. Students will acquire an expertise in the use of local/sustainable products to create advanced dishes, menus, and recipes. A theme throughout the program is to promote chefs who appreciate the origins of food, in addition to the hard work and processing methods that affect specific elements like the taste and quality of the finished product. More importantly, graduates will learn how to share these different attributes with a diverse clientele on both a national and international level.

Occupational areas where it is anticipated graduates will find employment: - Hospitality Industry - Culinary Tourism Industry - Education - Training Facilities - Agriculture - Media Corporations Industry Employment Areas: - Restaurants - Hotels - Resorts/Inns and Spas - Bed and Breakfast - School Boards/Colleges/Universities - Farms - Market Garden or Community Supported Agriculture - Television or Magazines