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Tiffany Leung shares her breakdancing journey—and tips for sports parents—as she gears up for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Dive into activities that offer fun, exercise, and a sense of accomplishment without team pressures.

ActivePlay.ca is a new website with ideas and resources for early years educators who want to ensure the children in their care get the play opportunities they need.

National Child Day is Nov. 20. Learn why the day is important and what celebratory events are taking place in your community.

Discover our top holiday picks for kids in 2023!

Goal-setting is a powerful tool that can help kids succeed in all aspects of their lives.

This guide to age-appropriate chores will help instill life skills and responsibility in your child, whether they’re a toddler or middle schooler.

Nathan Zsombor-Murray and Rylan Wiens are two Canadian divers vying for the 2024 Olympics—and they’re also close friends and training partners.

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

As families tune in to the FIFA World Cup, it’s worth knowing Canadian player Alphonso Davies’ incredible journey in soccer.

Children can begin helping in the kitchen from the time they’re toddlers. Here are some ideas for kid-friendly kitchen tasks and recipes.

Parents who love running often wonder whether their kids can join them. It depends on the age of the kids—and the parents’ expectations.

Mind-body awareness, or being able to feel how your body responds to and holds onto emotions, is invaluable for people of all ages.

As parents, it can be anxiety-inducing to watch our children take part in risky play. These tips will help you to support and encourage them.

Participating in sports is just one way kids can grow up active and healthy. If your child isn’t into sports, try these alternative ideas.

These brain breaks are an easy way to add bursts of activity into your kids’ days, whether they’re in the classroom or being homeschooled.

If your kids are learning from home this school year, here are some DIY ideas for ways to get them moving outdoors during “recess” time.

There’s a steep hill in our local forest that my kids (ages one, four, and six) love to scale. It’s muddy, slippery, and full of tree roots, with ample opportunities to fall, get up, and fall again. I absolutely love watching them challenge themselves to do this, because I can see how it builds their … Continued

Steve Morris offers advice and insights to parents as they navigate the world of youth sports.

As her son returns to the rink, a hockey parent reflects on the sport’s importance to her family and the happy memories they’ve created around it.

Given the need for physical distancing, it can feel challenging to get kids active at school, but it’s not impossible! Try these activity ideas.

Coaches can play a pivotal role in creating a positive social environment for their female players and making sure everyone feels supported.

The resource, from the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada, offers tips and support for parents and teachers to explore nature with kids year-round.

The new school year presents an opportunity for schools to reimagine the school day and explore the use of outdoor learning and nature classrooms.