Physical Activity

Environmental Barriers
We need indoor playgrounds. An indoor jogging area, walking areas, we need it, we don’t have that. Newcomer/refugee parent More local recreational programs and sports activities should be introduced in Afghan communities, especially those that offer diverse activities like soccer, swimming, and gymnastics. Reducing travel times by having programs closer to home would make it…
Families Getting Active: Additional Resources
Growing evidence showed that less active families in BC face unique challenges that need targeted, community-informed solutions. In order to address these challenges, the Physical Activity for Health Collaborative (the Collaborative) wanted to hear from communities about what they need so they can enjoy being active. This resulted in our Families Getting Active report, which…
2SLGBTQIA+ Youth
I always feel better after [exercising], I’m like, ‘Oh, I should do this more’. Yeah, it just feels good. 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth We need forms that actually say what we are. They always have “male/female” or ask for a parent’s name like it’s a mom and a dad. Even the forms for sports teams. Just change…
Families of Children with Disabilities
The fact that none of these programs are designed for kids with disabilities [is an issue]. They are designed for average children, and then that leaves us scrambling to find ways that our children can join in. Parent of a child with a disability Many places think they are being more accessible by letting the…
Families Impacted by Low Income
I’d like to get a PhD for the amount of searching and resourcing… the stress makes all of my conditions worse. Parent of a family impacted by low income The government could help in the costs of activities like gymnastics, taekwondo, and swimming would make these programs more accessible for families. Newcomer parent It’s real…
Rural and Remote Families
Getting rid of the discrimination. Make [physical activity, recreation] a safe place. Policing those areas for people who make fun of people. Rural/remote youth Teaching healthy habits in P.E. classes instead of just sports. Rural/remote youth A lot of exercise can be a mode of transportation. Bike lanes in particular! Where I live, we didn’t…
Newcomer and Refugee Families
Creating community is good for the person when you’re an immigrant because you feel good here, you feel healthy. Newcomer/Refugee Parent I have applied for my daughter [for] dancing. She wants to dance. And I have applied for that. Still, I didn’t get a facilitator. They are always telling me they don’t have a facilitator,…
Indigenous Families
Having more community coaches and more programs that can be run in the community by community would be something that would help it run better and longer term and create a sustainable program. Indigenous Sport and Recreation Leader Having the proper facilities in community so kids can train regularly and learn the proper skills is…
After-school Active Play Club webinar recording
When we let children play on their own, they find ways to take risks and learn more about themselves and others. Studies show that when children engage in risky play, they build self-confidence, resilience, and even risk-management skills.
Communities Going Active: Addressing Barriers to Active Transportation recording
We know active transportation has many benefits: it can reduce traffic congestion, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and encourage communities to be physically active, which in turn helps prevent chronic diseases and fosters mental wellness. Yet, many people living in British Columbia can’t participate, whether they feel it takes too long to walk or bike, they…
$1.5M Investment Inspires More People to Get Moving in B.C.
BC Alliance for Healthy Living (BCAHL), in partnership with Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) and the Ministry of Health, is excited to announce 39 communties across the province have been funded to lead local active living projects as the first recipients of the Active Communities Grant Program. The generous $1.5 million investment…
Extreme Heat and Smoke Safety Guide
Heat and poor air quality continue to be a concern for many in the province, especially with how it affects our bodies and the way we move outdoors in the summer.

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