


Solo sports for kids: Perfect activities for your introverted child
Dive into activities that offer fun, exercise, and a sense of accomplishment without team pressures.

Canada’s National Child Day: Celebrating our kids and advocating for their rights
National Child Day is Nov. 20. Learn why the day is important and what celebratory events are taking place in your community.

2023 Gift Guide: 25 active gifts for under $25
Discover our top holiday picks for kids in 2023!

The importance of setting goals and defining success for youth
Goal-setting is a powerful tool that can help kids succeed in all aspects of their lives.

How to support your child’s class in their physical activity goals
If you want to support an active environment at your child’s school, here are a few things you, as a parent, can do to help.

When my son wanted to quit minor hockey
When my son reached his teen years, he wanted to stop playing hockey. That was hard for me to accept—but now he participates in activities he really loves.

Embracing new beginnings: How sports welcome newcomers to Canada
Across Canada, sports associations, clubs, and community groups offer inclusive and accessible sports programming for newcomers.

7 tips for saving money on kids’ sports
Discover practical strategies to cut costs on kids’ fall sports, from choosing school teams and low-budget activities to secondhand gear and smart planning.

Why unstructured free play is important
Learn what unstructured free play is and why it’s so important our kids take part in it at every age.

Children’s anxiety and the decline of play
Research shows that kids have been feeling more anxious in recent years. Learn why and what parents can do to help.

The 10 best summer picnic recipes for family adventures
Discover the ultimate summer picnic recipes for family adventures! From sizzling halloumi skewers to vegan potato salad, these 10 recipes are delicious.

Soak up the last of the season with these 7 fun summer activities for kids
You can easily enjoy the last few weeks of summer vacation as a family—just try one or all of these seven fun activities!

How to find adaptive and inclusive programs if your child has additional support needs
Here are some tips for locating adaptive and inclusive recreation and sports programming across Canada for your child.

The coolest free (or cheap) splash pads and wading pools in Canada
These splash pads are not only refreshing and fun—they’re also the coolest free (or inexpensive) options in Canada.

9 important benefits of team sports for kids
Explore the benefits of team sports for kids, from building lasting friendships to fostering leadership and critical thinking abilities.

Celebrate and learn more about Indigenous athletes this month
June is a time for celebrations—from graduations to Father’s Day to Pride and even the arrival of summer. And another very important celebration taking place this month is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Happening on June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day is an important opportunity for adults and children alike to learn more about the cultures, … Continued

10 activity options for kids when wildfire smoke keeps you inside
When wildfire smoke affects air quality and it’s not safe to play outside, here are some indoor activities you can do with your kids.

Why gymnastics is the best foundation for physical literacy
Discover why gymnastics is the ideal starting point for developing physical literacy. Build strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance with this dynamic sport.

Do girls feel safe and supported in sports?
The 2022 Rally Report takes stock of how Canadian girls and female sport leaders experienced sport last year.

5 active & educational outdoor adventures for families in Canada
Discover thrilling outdoor experiences for families in Canada! Unearth dinosaur bones in Alberta or hike through British Columbia’s ancient forests.

How to make your backyard into an active play space
Transform your backyard into an active play space for your kids! Get practical tips and creative ideas to encourage outdoor fun and physical activity.

Was that behaviour in your child’s sport acceptable?
Flag Tool for Sport is a new tool designed by PlaySafe BC to help you determine whether your child has been treated appropriately in sport.

Because cold turkey isn’t realistic: How to reduce your child’s screen time
Struggling to limit your child’s screen time? Discover practical tips for reducing their device usage without going cold turkey.

What makes a champion? Let children try everything
If you wanted your child to become a top athlete as an adult, what’s the best path? The research shows it’s multisport.