Topics: Tips

This article was updated on Oct. 12, 2024. Below are some tips on creating your own kid-friendly walkable community, from Jennifer Keesmaat, former chief planner and executive director for the City of Toronto. Start walking to school “Create a walking school bus,” says Keesmaat. “Identify other parents in the neighbourhood whose kids go to the … Continued

How to develop traditions that leave positive, lasting impressions

5 tips to ensure your child is staying active and developing skills every day

Every shot, every pass, every goal begins with skating

Overuse injuries are becoming common for young athletes. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s how to prevent overuse injuries in children.

Hard work and determination are more important than raw talent

Choosing wisely means being able to spend more quality time outside

Being a new parent is exciting, tiring, and sometimes downright scary. You’ve been given this incredible task of shaping a new person’s life and sometimes you aren’t sure if you’re doing more harm than good for your little one. You know what doesn’t help make being a new parent easy? Other people’s parenting advice. I’m … Continued

It all starts with the behaviour of adult role models

From superheroes to everyday heroes

All you need is a mobile device with GPS and a sense of adventure

Whether you walk to school with your kids every day or you choose to try it just this week, it’s always a great start to a child’s day. Activity in the morning will even get them ready to learn.

With a few small adjustments to your home, you can safely encourage your little one’s movement.

Check out our guide to fundamental movements, from grasping to walking

In a year that brought thousands of lessons, I’m using his first birthday to reflect on the most important ones.

Editor’s note: This article was updated on May 9, 2025. In the talk around getting kids active, all of us have probably heard people say, “Kids should just go outside and play.” Nice idea, but we know it doesn’t work, and we’ve discussed here on Active for Life a few reasons why. But there’s another … Continued

Try to find time to let your kids enjoy unstructured activities

Most kids love running, biking, and swimming, which might explain the growing popularity of mini-triathlons for kids. The best ones keep distances age-appropriate and focus on completion over competition.

When passion and imagination become the mother of invention

Breaking up activity into chunks still counts towards the recommended daily amount

There’s no benefit to your child for ‘toughing it out’

One creative way to turn Easter into a fun neighborhood activity

Organized sports and activities can be costly, but getting your child active doesn’t have to be! Try these budget-friendly ideas to get moving as a family.

Get lost in imaginative and active play, and be prepared to have fun