Walk BC Initiative

Step by step tools and resources to a healthier life. ­– BC Recreation and Parks Association

Physical Activity Strategy

BCHLA recommends and provides resources for a number of physical activity strategies. – BC Healthy Living Alliance (BCHLA)

Walking Challenge & Toolkit

A toolkit to support the design of programs to get people walking. – Healthy Families BC

Templates for Shared-Use Agreements

Template agreements for school districts and local governments seeking to increase use of school district amenities for recreation. – BC Schools Protection Program

Facilities Assessment Study Guides

Offers guides to assist recreation and park departments with upgrades, maintenance, and replacement of existing facilities. – BC Recreation and Parks Association

Everybody Gets to Play Toolkit

A parks and recreation toolkit describing how to remove barriers and create opportunities for people on low incomes. – BC Recreation and Parks Association

Walking Program Resource Guide

Describes how to measure a community walking program’s success and impact. – BC Recreation and Parks Association

Everybody Active Initiative: Local Governments Lead the Way

A guide for local governments describing how community policy influences active living. – BC Recreation and Parks Association

Active Living

What is this issue about? Healthy communities are active communities where everyone has access to parks and recreation opportunities that support physical activity. We know that regular physical activity protects against chronic disease, increases mental health and...

Tobacco Reduction

How can local governments decrease the harmful impact of tobacco use in communities? The majority of British Columbians are non-smokers: 85% of BC residents do not smoke. However, tobacco use remains the single most preventable cause of death and disease in Canada. It...