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>Featured Activity: Why parents should be mindful of their own screen time Why parents should be mindful of their own screen time
Managing screen time isn’t just something parents need to do for their kids. It’s also something we need to do for ourselves.
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>Featured Activity: 7 winter outdoor play ideas for school-aged kids 7 winter outdoor play ideas for school-aged kids
Fun activities you can enjoy in your own community
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>Featured Activity: Why natural playgrounds are essential for young children Why natural playgrounds are essential for young children
These spaces offer valuable opportunities for the development of physical literacy and for experimentation.
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Beyond the arena: get outside and skate!
On an outdoor rink, you’ll get fresh air, mountain or forest views, and snowbanks to jump in too.
Play centres offer ideas for kids to play their own way
For many children in early-years programs, learning happens at play centres, themed play areas with a specific focus.
Active New Year’s resolutions the whole family can enjoy
Here are some ways to get moving together as a family in the New Year.
Best of 2019: The top 10 articles of the year on Active for Life
As we move towards a new year, here are our 10 most popular articles of 2019 (plus five of our personal favourites).
Hockey for the holidays: Team Canada players hit the ice at the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship
Even these elite athlete need a little help to make sure screen time doesn’t get in the way of getting enough sleep.
Five games to help young children learn to skate
These skating games will help kids gain balance and coordination while they have a blast on the ice.
Is competition in sports healthy for kids?
Many parents have asked me if I think competition is healthy for kids. Is it healthy? Is it “toxic”? Does it diminish self-confidence?
Why kids need to play with mud, tires, fire, and junk
The Vivo Play Project gives kids the opportunity to let loose, play freely, and get dirty.
StoryWalk inspires families to get outside and read
StoryWalk combines storytelling and physical activity by placing laminated pages from picture books in public places.