Active and Community Resources
Active Communities
The Active Communities Initiative (ACI) is part of a much larger wellness initiative, called ActNow BC, which is aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle choices and environments.
BCRPA
A not-for-profit organization dedicated to building and sustaining active healthy lifestyles and communities in BC
ActNowBC
ActNow BC is British Columbia's Healthy Living initiative. Our goal is to give you the tools and information you need to reach your personal health goals.
Legacies 2010
2010 Legacies Now is dedicated to strengthening arts, literacy, sport and recreation, physical activity and volunteerism in communities throughout BC leading up to and beyond the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute
Tips for Being Active. Many other resources are also available on this site.
Children’s Fitness Tax Credit
See how your can claim up to $500 per year for fitness expenses for children under 16 years of age.
Aboriginal Sports and Recreation Association of B.C.
Aboriginal Sports and Recreation Association of BC (ASRA) is the recognized multi-sport umbrella organization providing leadership, guidance and support to the Aboriginal people of British Columbia through opportunities in sport, physical activities and recreation.
Nutrition
Canada’s Food Guide
Many pages of information on menu planning and healthy eating.
Kids (please visit the Kids and Families Page for more resources)
Tips to Get Your Kids More active.
Active Healthy Kids Canada