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Independent group taking charge of safe sport in Canada
The Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada will be overseeing a new approach to achieving safe sport in the country.
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Day Camp at Home Week 5: Going Green
In our Day Camp at Home, this week we’re sharing tons of environmentally friendly and Earth-aware games and activity ideas.
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Skateboarding’s Olympic debut
Skateboarding has developed in a lot of different directions over the years. This summer, for the first time, it’s an official sport at the Olympics in Tokyo.
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How to get your kids to spend more time moving with a simple recipe called physical literacy
In today’s world, kids have all kinds of nudges not to move. With this simple recipe, we can help them develop a love of physical activity.
Get active with sports equipment lending programs at your local library
Libraries these days are exploring a different type of literacy—physical literacy. Learn what sports equipment is available at your library.
How to set a realistic summer screen time plan for your tween
When managing your tween’s summer screen time, the goal is teaching them about balance and self-regulation. Here are some tips.
4 fun water activities to keep cool on hot summer days
The lazy days of summer can get very hot and humid. Water activities can help you and your kids stay cool!
Nine-time Paralympic gold medalist Benoît Huot on what it means to be a champion
At the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Benoît Huot will be a host of Team Canada Champion Chats, four live talks with Olympians and Paralympians.
7 ways to inspire your tween to get outside and active this summer
Getting your tween active—and out of the house—can be challenging. Check out these activities that’ll get them moving this summer.
Active and accessible summer fun for kids with disabilities
It can be tough to find suitable summer activities for kids with disabilities. Here are a few tips for enjoying accessible, inclusive fun!
24 activities to keep your non-sporty kids moving
Moving everyday is good for all kids. So how do you get your non-sporty kid to be active? Try these fun activities!
Play is what we need: How cities responded when playgrounds were closed
During the pandemic, cities got creative in making play-friendly parks, streets, and other areas for families to enjoy.