Why kids need to play with mud, tires, fire, and junk
The Vivo Play Project gives kids the opportunity to let loose, play freely, and get dirty.
Fight for your right to play
Casual sport and neighbourhood play are important. But as our urban centres grow, competition for our public spaces increases as well.
How to connect with your neighbours through play
Editor’s note: This article was updated on Nov. 28, 2019. Do you live in a neighbourhood that has a roaming group of children that plays outside with little or no interference from adults? One where the local kids knock on your door to ask your child to come out to play? Kudos if you do. … Continued
Active for Life podcast: Noah Lenstra on active living in libraries
Most people think of libraries as places for quiet contemplation. But it turns out libraries today are not just places where people can go to read and check out books—they’re increasingly becoming community hubs where families can access a wide variety of activities and resources to be physically and mentally active. In this month’s podcast, Active … Continued
National Coaches Week is here and we’re saying, “Thanks, Coach!”
Dedicated all those who do so much to guide our kids
This free program brings tennis, fun, and physical literacy to kids
A Love of Tennis offers encouragement to children and youth
This might be the most “Canadian” image we’ve seen in a long time
This RCMP officer carried a ball hockey stick in his cruiser
Own the Podium shifts focus to include Canadian kids
The mission of the Own the Podium organization is clear: “To lead the development of Canadian sports to achieve sustainable podium performances at the Olympic and Paralympic Games.” To help Canadian athletes win medals, in simpler terms. Heading into the London Summer Games, Own the Podium has set two bold goals for Canada: place in the … Continued