
Importance of physical literacy and injury prevention stressed to Canada’s recreation practitioners
New study finds a shortfall in practitioner training

Why it’s important to say no to summer ice hockey
Encourage other activities to help them build physical literacy

From spectator to player: nurture your child’s sports aspirations
That enthusiasm watching can quickly turn into a desire to play

What it’s like to score a goal for Canada according to Josée Bélanger
The forward scored the winning goal to advance Canada to the quarter finals

Josée Bélanger writes about game day excitement, playing at home … and private planes
The sights, sounds, and excitement from the thick of the action

Why I want my kids to toboggan no matter what the signs say
Some basic risk assessment and preparation will help

How to decide between putting your kids in music or sports
The solution is simple: Let them do both

In Québec, kids don’t play hockey games until they have the skills
The right start leads to life-long enjoyment

USA Hockey takes a page from Canada’s playbook
The key is to develop players over the long term

These kids get to ski to school, and at recess and lunch, too
The benefits of riding a chairlift to school everyday

Is legislating physical activity the next step in public health?
A regional board of health believes legislation is the answer

Kids who specialize too early often get the short end of the hockey stick
Best way to ensure success is participation in multiple sports

Video: Developing soccer talent in kids takes time
Putting the needs of the players first is key

Why kids quit sports
70 percent will give it up by the time they’re thirteen

Alana Ramsay skiing three alpine events at Paralympic Winter Games
This gifted young athlete’s determination is inspirational

Canadian curler Brad Jacobs played every sport as a kid
Jacobs’ parents believed in practicing a healthy, active lifestyle

Having an active family was key for Canadian curler Jill Officer
She’s helping her young daughter become physically literate, too

Olympic champions love what they do, says Canada’s skeleton coach
Duff Gibson believes everyone has a sport that’s right for them

Sports Day in Canada reflects national interest in physical literacy
RBC’s Learn to Play project supports physical literacy programs across Canada

Five ways to help kids enjoy movement from an early age
A child’s first 5 years are a key time for them to learn fundamental movement skills

Kids at risk get a chance to develop physical literacy because of dedicated teacher
It’s important kids learn the social and emotional skills needed to participate in physical activity

Parents screaming in the stands? Here’s what you can do
Learning positive, respectful, and effective communication skills for sports

This is Daniel Cook and Emily Yeung, grown up and giving advice to the next generation
Scarlett and Isaiah are the new hosts of the Treehouse TV program

Share our physical literacy lesson plans with daycares and summer camps
Help your child’s teachers and activity leaders by giving them our easy-to-use lesson plans