


Swing sets for the win: The benefits of swinging for all ages
Often associated with carefree childhood memories, the simple motion of swinging back and forth is more than just sitting around. It’s a heart-pumping and brain-boosting workout!

Creative activities across Canada to beat the winter blues
Cities and towns across Canada are embracing winter through fun activities that encourage residents to get moving outdoors.

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.

The unbreakable bond: Athletes and the power of friendship
Nathan Zsombor-Murray and Rylan Wiens are two Canadian divers vying for the 2024 Olympics—and they’re also close friends and training partners.

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.

Olympian (and team “mom”) Ellie Black on respect, support, and dreaming big
Artistic gymnast Ellie Black is flying high as she anchors Canada’s women’s gymnastics team.

Unique self-care ideas for people who don’t like self-care
Self-care comes in many forms and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Check out these simple and unique self-care ideas.

Keeping kids active when you’re under the weather
Being active can be as simple as doing jumping jacks in the living room, ninja courses through the hall, or providing kids with the opportunity to explore and learn through hands-on tactile play.

Bigger than the game: Hockey players give back
Across Canada, hockey players, volunteers, and organizations are giving back to their communities through innovative and generous initiatives.

The simple joy of climbing trees
Climbing trees is a time-honoured tradition for kids, but it also offers them a whole bunch of benefits. Learn more about what those are.

Kin-Ball: The amazingly fun sport you’ve probably never heard of
Kin-Ball is a fast-paced, interactive sport that engages a wide range of skills, while promoting physical activity, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

The CDC’s revised developmental milestones: What parents need to know
Learn about new revisions to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s developmental milestones for kids ages zero to five.

Can technology help kids connect with nature?
Is there room in kids’ outdoor time for screens and apps? Learn how some Canadian programs are using tech to enhance experiences in nature.

How to get into speed skating in Canada (at any age)
Speed skating is a fun, fast-paced sport that kids (and adults) can get into at any age. Here’s everything you need to know.

12 cool winter activities you’ve never heard of—but need to try!
Skating and sledding are a load of fun, but why not try something out of the ordinary? Check out this list of 12 unique winter sports.

If we want children to learn, we need to let them move
Movement enhances kids’ learning. Find out more about how active play and physical activity can help boost their brain power!

The power of play: Why outdoor child-led movement at school is important
The Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) program helps to increase opportunities for child-directed outdoor play throughout the school day.

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.

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.

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.

Parachute’s 2021 campaign encourages safe adventurous outdoor play
Parachute’s Safe Kids Week runs from May 30 to June 5 this year, and the theme is #PlaySafeOutdoors. Here’s how to take part.

How to make a DIY mud kitchen
A mud kitchen—an outdoor play kitchen and sand table accessorized with dirt, twigs, and flowers—is messy, wet, and gloriously fun.

This national grant program provides inclusive play for kids of all abilities
Jumpstart Charities is gifting large-scale playgrounds to cities across Canada, giving kids the opportunity to take part in inclusive play.

How martial arts can have a big impact on kids with autism
Martial arts can help kids with autism develop cognitive abilities and physical literacy skills, as well as have fun!