Research By Beatrix Algurén, Yiling Tang, Chelsea Pelletier, P-J Naylor, and Guy Faulkner Article Provided by Sport for Life The early years of childhood are foundational for developing essential motor competencies (MCs). But what factors shape these skills? A recent study conducted…
Many programs have implemented physical literacy (PL) but often overlook the experiences of persons with diverse abilities due to societal, cultural, and political influences. This can lead to exclusion and marginalization from physical activities. Researchers at Memorial University have addressed this challenge…
Are you a coach, educator, or community leader looking to elevate your physical activity programs? Look no further than PLAYBuilder by Sport for Life, the go-to online platform designed to revolutionize the way you create and share physical literacy and sport programs….
Many programs have implemented physical literacy (PL) but often overlook the experiences of persons with diverse abilities due to societal, cultural, and political influences. This can lead to exclusion and marginalization from physical activities. Researchers at Memorial University have addressed this challenge…
Many assume that teaching children to swim is the ultimate safeguard against drowning. However, recent research challenges this common assumption. Sport for Life aims to share important information that could impact how society approaches water safety and children’s aquatic abilities. The Surprising…
I am an Assistant Professor in Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria, and my research focuses on physical literacy. I was introduced to physical literacy during my PhD as a concept at the International Physical Literacy Conference…
In a world where physical activity often takes a back seat to the demands of daily life, initiatives like The GOOD Games, Canada’s biggest sport festival, are crucial in renewing our passion for sport and promoting lifelong participation. At the heart of…
In Port Rexton, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Trinity East/Port Rexton Church Lads’ Brigade (CLB) is making a significant difference in young people’s lives with its engaging Badge Work program. Since its inception in the UK in 1891, the CLB was introduced…
Many programs have implemented physical literacy (PL) but often overlook the experiences of persons with diverse abilities due to societal, cultural, and political influences. This can lead to exclusion and marginalization from physical activities. Researchers at Memorial University have addressed this challenge…
Many programs have implemented physical literacy (PL) but often overlook the experiences of persons with diverse abilities due to societal, cultural, and political influences. This can lead to exclusion and marginalization from physical activities. Researchers at Memorial University have addressed this challenge…
They’re calling it Little Bear’s Childcare Centre. The small Shuswap town of Sicamous has never had a daycare centre before, despite a growing need. The local population works irregular hours, as the region is outdoorsy and tourism-oriented, so for many years parents…
Alberta has one of the fastest growing French-speaking populations in Canada, with over 270,000 citizens who can speak the language and over 80,000 francophones and francophiles residing within its borders. To ensure these people are healthy, the Fédération du sport francophone de…
