The National Benefits Hub

Gives specific information about the benefits of parks and recreation, including the contribution of neighbourhood parks to physical activity and the health benefits of contact with nature. ­– The National Benefits Hub

Natural England

Papers and resources about the role of the natural environment in maintaining health lives.  ­– Natural England

National Recreation and Parks Association (UK)

A strong set of research papers linking parks and health. – National Recreation and Parks Association (UK)

Healthy Parks Healthy People

The latest international research on the health benefits of human contact with the nature. – Healthy Parks Healthy People

Healthy by Nature

Provides proceedings and presentations from 2011 international conference in Vancouver. ­– Healthy by Nature

BC Recreation and Parks Association

Contains studies, supports to local governments, a benefits catalogue, and information about partners. – BC Recreation and Parks Association

Parks and Other Green Environments: Essential Components of a Healthy Human Habitat

An overview of what scientific findings about relationships between nature and human health. – Ming Kuo with the National Recreation and Parks Association

The Role of Recreation, Parks and Open Space in Regional Planning: Working Guidelines Report

A report that focuses on regional planning and the relevance of parks and greenspace. – Alberta Recreation and Parks Association

Parkland Acquisition: Best Practices Guide

Provides government best practices for acquiring parkland; aims to support a consistent approach in BC. – Province of BC

The Effects of the Physical Environment on Children’s Development

Features research focusing on impact of the physical environment, specifically focuse on children’s development – Kimberly Kopko, Cornell University