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.
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.
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.
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!
StoryWalk inspires families to get outside and read
StoryWalk combines storytelling and physical activity by placing laminated pages from picture books in public places.
Skateboarding: Not just for teens
Once primarily the domain of teen boys, skateboarding’s diverse culture and physical benefits are now attracting people of all ages and genders.
Tips to help timid riders brave the bike park (plus six awesome Canadian pump tracks for all-ages fun)
Across Canada, parks are adding BMX tracks and pump tracks to appeal to older and more adventurous kids. But these features aren’t only fun for big kids. Even children as young as three years old can develop the fundamental movement skills they need to master a balance bike on the track, with a little help … Continued
Canadian soccer star Rhian Wilkinson is a portrait in physical literacy
The soccer star talks about the importance of multi-sport play
It is possible to be a casual hockey player. Here’s how
You can play for fun in leagues, at local arenas, and in backyard rinks
Running away with the circus school
The circus arts are perfect for kids developing physical literacy
Get hiking with your kids, even in Canada’s urban centres
Hiking provides opportunities to share great experiences with your kids
Summer day camps for kids
Many municipalities offer day camps or specialized camps. Some are general programs that give kids a chance at many different types of activities, including sports, outdoor adventures and museum and gallery visits. Others are more intensive around a particular interest, like art or computers; the best of these also provide opportunities for regular physical activity … Continued
One man inspires 250,000 kids to get active
Editor’s note: This post was updated on Nov. 6, 2019. We hear lots of talk about the dangers of obesity and the need to get kids active. Doctors and research groups warn of a coming health crisis of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer for today’s generation of children. But what can we do … Continued
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