


8 Summer Olympics-themed sports games for young kids
Although the real Olympic Games won’t be held until next year, there’s no reason why your family can’t enjoy some Olympics-themed fun at home this summer.

“After the Bell” program provides access to recreation activities for middle school girls
Middle school is a tough time to find activities to participate in. It can be nearly impossible in rural communities. The Cape Breton Regional Municipality Recreation Department along with the Department of Communities Culture and Heritage decided to mend this gap for young girls ages 12-16 with the program “After The Bell” (ATB). ATB is a … Continued

This Canada Games athlete believes in the fundamental right of every child to play
Featuring 19 sports, over 150 events and a major arts and cultural festival, the 2019 Canada Winter Games will welcome up to 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches and more than 20,000 visitors. Meet Calgary artistic gymnast Elijah Thompson. Elijah carried the flag on behalf of Team Alberta into the opening ceremonies at the Enmax Centrium. … Continued

Tips for sport and play from Canadian soccer star Amy Walsh
AfL Role Model Amy Walsh shares her message of the importance of movement

Try these sprinkler games for some cool summer fun
It’s summer! If you’re looking for the perfect ingredients for backyard fun, add a pinch of friends and family, a dash of laughter, a smidge of silly, a dab of imagination, and a sprinkle of … sprinklers! Sun and waterplay go together like lemonade and ice cubes. When the temperatures go up, kids love to … Continued

Being active is part of everyday life for actress Tara Spencer-Nairn
Fitness and activity is routine for this Canadian star

Top 10 active Elf on the Shelf ideas
With so many hilarious Elf on the Shelf scenarios these days, it can be hard to narrow down your choices to only 24. Okay, for lots of us it would be hard to ever possibly think of 24. Either way, at Active for Life we’ve decided to have a little fun with this elvish tradition … Continued

Can you guess the one thing that most elite athletes have in common?
Here’s a hint: it’s not single sport specialization

Book review: Messy Jessy Gets Active
A delightful book to get little ones moving

Recreation centre makes smart changes to increase kids’ activity
New 4-in-1 Physical Literacy program gets results

James Corden takes a gymnastics class
You can’t fault the talk show host for his enthusiasm

Multisport training helps Vancouver swim team be better athletes
Multisport training can help you excel in your sport of choice

10 creative ways to develop physical literacy that don’t involve playing sports
Kids disinclined to play sports can still enjoy activities that develop fundamental movement skills

Keep your kids active all summer long at these fun camps
Keep your kids entertained with fun activities all summer long.

Should my 4-year-old take swimming lessons or gymnastics?
Deciding between one activity or another is choice parents often face

Boys and ballet: dance develops strength, balance, discipline
Balance, posture, and strength are universal attributes

12 days of active holiday fun
This holiday season, there are plenty of outdoor and indoor activities families can enjoy together

Canucks Autism Network delivers physical literacy
Life-changing recreation, sports, and arts programs for kids

Antigonish, Nova Scotia kids get the right start with multisport program
Multisport pilot program helps kids reach their potential

5 sports you may not know that are part of the Pan Am Games
They may be untypical, but they’re no less fun or challenging

Schlegel’s Gymnastics Centre gave my special needs daughter exactly what she needed
The inclusive facility promotes physical, emotional, and social development

Developing self-confidence in children at Le Petit Gym/The Little Gym
High quality physical activity programs for children is key

The Little Gym lets your little ones explore safely
Enjoy a variety of programs for children aged 4 months to 12 years

Visit a school where PE is about skills, and sports include everyone
B.C. elementary school makes daily physical activity part of its curriculum