
7 ways for your kids to have an unscheduled summer
In the summer, kids have many weeks of freedom from school. Here’s how to help them nix boredom while encouraging unplanned, unscheduled fun!

How to make friends with other active families
Spending time with active families can help your family be more active! Here are some tips for how to start and cultivate friendships like these.

The 17-second rule & the importance of risky play
Learn why risky play is so important for kids and try this useful tip to keep yourself from jumping in to intervene (we know it’s hard!).

8 popular outdoor games from around the world
As parents and educators, we’re always looking for creative, new-to-us games to teach our children. These games from different countries are fun, active, and can help expose kids to other cultures.

Celebrating the International Day of Play
In 2024, the first-ever International Day of Play will be observed and celebrated on June 11. For children, this is big news.

Tips from a Team Canada athlete: How letting your child try everything can lead to a new passion
Tiffany Leung shares her breakdancing journey—and tips for sports parents—as she gears up for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

How often does my toddler really need a bath or shower? (Plus other hygiene questions)
Learn how often you should be bathing your little one and if it’s possible to bathe too much or little, plus other toddler hygiene tips.

The Anxious Generation: It’s time to protect children against social media
Social media has taken a toll on kids’ mental health. Here are some things parents can do to try to alleviate their children’s anxiety.

What parents should know about kids’ sports injuries
Here’s an overview of common sports injuries kids get and why they happen, plus some useful tips for helping your kids avoid them.

Mindful mornings: Creating a positive morning routine for children
By incorporating positive and mindful activities into your family’s morning routine, you can help start the day off on the right foot.

Pro women’s sports make business sense. But will we invest in them?
A new study by Canadian Women & Sport presents a business case for a thriving women’s professional sport market.

How to adapt the activities you enjoy as an adult for your toddler
Whether it’s eating at restaurants, going for a hike, or listening to live music, how can you make the activities you love fun for your little one?

Here’s why I’ll be pulling my kids out of school more often as the weather warms up
Unique, outside-the-classroom experiences hold a lot of value for our kids. Here’s why I like taking my kids out of school for vacation from time to time.

Why babies need the freedom to move + floor activities for each stage
It’s important that babies have the opportunity to move freely. Try these fun activities to help your little one start to sit up, crawl, and stand.

Ontario school boards sue social media platforms
The school boards claim that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok have an incredibly negative impact on how children think, behave, and learn in school.

8 games and activities young kids can play alone
As a mom who works from home, I sometimes need to set my kids up with fun, independent activities. Here are some suggestions for games children can play alone.

10 books for babies and toddlers that encourage movement
Many babies and toddlers struggle to sit still long enough to listen to a story. These fun, active books will encourage kids to move, wiggle, and clap!

If your child wants to quit their sport, let them
There are valid reasons why kids decide to quit a sport, and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Here are some tips for navigating this with your child.

7 wonderful things ECEs can do for our children
Early childhood educators are incredibly valuable in supporting and guiding the educational, social, behavioural, and emotional development of children.

When should your toddler start running?
It’s very clear our toddler wants to run (and jump and swing and slide), but we started to wonder: when should she start running?

I took my daughters to watch a sold-out professional women’s hockey game. It was incredible
That night, I found myself getting a little emotional. As a woman, as a mother of daughters, I was moved by everything.

Outdoor winter chores for 7 to 10 year olds
When it’s snowy and chilly outside, these chores will help get kids moving and contributing to taking care of your family’s home.

52 reasons to take a hike with your child
This year, my daughter and I set a goal: the 52 Hike Challenge. Every week, we’ll try to get out together in nature for a hike.

Creative activities across Canada to beat the winter blues
From festivals to contests, cities and towns across Canada are embracing winter through fun activities that encourage residents to get moving outdoors. Find out what’s going on in your area!