Park People is a registered, independent, charitable organization that helps people activate the power of parks to improve the quality of life in cities across Canada. They support and mobilize community park groups, community organizers, non-profits, park professionals and funders who activate the power of parks. Park People provide programs, professional services, and webinars and events...
Canadian Public Health Association is the independent voice for public health in Canada. Their mission is to enhance the health of all people and communities in Canada, particularly those that are structurally disadvantaged, and to contribute to a healthier and more equitable world. They have several resources including the Healthy Children resource! Learn more about the Canadian...
Play Wales is the national charity for children’s play in Wales. Their mission is to campaign for a play-friendly Wales by leading with intention, collaborating with inclusivity, educating with enthusiasm, and supporting with sensitivity. They focus on three areas: 1) Raising awareness, 2) Promoting good practice, and 3) Providing advice and guidance across all sectors. Play...
EverActive Schools is a registered national charity designed to create and support healthy school communities. They engage and support schools through the Comprehensive School Health framework, which addresses health and education goals to improve the social outcomes of children and youth in Alberta. They offer professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators including different workshops, self-guided...
Scouts Canada is the country’s leading co-ed youth organization, offering programming for children and youth aged 5-26. Their mission is to help develop well-rounded youth, better prepared for success in the world. Scouts Canada has many different programs, safety resources and other related resources as well as camps for all youth! Learn more about Scouts Canada here!...
Alberta Orienteering Association is the provincial sport organization representing orienteering in Alberta. Their vision is that Albertans of all ages and abilities, from recreational participants to elite athletes, recognize and enjoy orienteering as a rewarding outdoor navigational sport that builds physical and mental capacity to stay active for life. They offer several programs for children and...
The AQCPE is a network representing the interests of child care programs in Quebec. Their aim is for all children from 0-5 years of age to have universal access to quality educational services in collaboration with families. They provide numerous services including but not limited to human resources and consulting services, educational services, healthy eating services,...
The LEGO Foundation sets their sights on making learning through play a priority for every child. With their partners, they co-design programmes and campaigns, training, toolkits and games that tackle specific challenges in education and child development. The LEGO Foundation has many resources and game ideas including arts and crafts, games for rainy days, active games,...
The UpLift Partnership is a School-University-Community partnership supporting the health and learning of school-aged children and youth using a Healthy Promoting Schools approach. The UpLift team is hosted within Dalhousie University’s Healthy Populations Institute, whils also operates in partnership with government, Nova Scotia Health, school communities, not-for-profits and the private sector. Their approach includes youth, schools,...
Vivo for Healthier Generations is a charity on a mission to inspire a wholistic mindset for healthy living. They believe that play can transform your life for the better! They also provide numerous research resources to get people moving and connecting more. They have a variety of programs and services including registered fitness programs, swimming and...
