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Barriers
Breaking down barriers to sport and physical activity for 2SLGBTQQIA+ people
Find out how Active Champion Cat Goodfellow is breaking down barriers to sport and physical activity for 2slgbtqqia+ people.
5 of the most accessible sports for everyone to enjoy
From handcycling to wheelchair tennis, learn about five fun, inclusive and accessible sports.
Meet the inspiring man who didn’t let tetraplegia define his life
Discover how Sam Sullivan, a former Vancouver mayor with tetraplegia, is creating lifechanging opportunities for other people with disabilities to get active.
How to exercise on a budget: 5 easy ways
You don’t need to belong to a gym to get all the benefits of an active lifestyle. Here are five simple ways to exercise on a budget.
Planting the seeds for an active generation
Many of us face barriers to sport. Growing up MLSE LaunchPad sport program lead Olivia Ho didn’t let these hurdles stop her from enjoying sports. Learn how she’s planting the seeds for an active generation.
Hijabi Ballers: Supporting Muslim women & girls to be active
Meet the Hijabi Ballers – an organization that seeks to recognize and celebrate the athleticism of Muslim women and girls.
Tips on staying active during Ramadan
During Ramadan, many Muslims fast daily from sunrise to sunset. Here are some tips on how to stay active safely during this time.
8 ways to help girls and women be physically active
Whether it’s swimmer Penny Oleksiak, soccer player Kadeisha Buchanan or skier Marielle Thompson, women in Canada are dominating the world stage of sports and athletics and inspiring young women to lead active lifestyles. With March 8 being International Women’s Day,...
Overcoming mountains of adversity
The Active Champions Series is a monthly showcase of inspiring stories highlighting the importance of physical activity and sport in our everyday lives. Adversity comes in many forms, often when we least expect it. As someone who had an accident that left her with...
How to bust through the 5 most common barriers to physical activity
As you’re trying to be more active, there will be things that inevitably get in the way. Are you facing any of the barriers described below? If so, we’ve got suggestions to help you break through them. BARRIER #1: NO TIME Life is hectic, with jam-packed schedules and...