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.
Youth
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,...
Empowering Indigenous children & youth through physical activity
The Recreation & Parks Association of Nunavut (RPAN)’s Get HAPPY Summer Day Camp was one of our Saputo Signature Grant recipients, six incredible organizations from across Canada who exemplify how physical activity helps #MeYouUs. June 21 is National Indigenous...
Building cultural bridges & understanding through sport & physical activity
Rising Stars is one of our Saputo Signature Grant recipients, six incredible organizations from across Canada who exemplify how physical activity helps #MeYouUs. “It all began 25 years ago in northern Quebec,” said Andrew Peters, PhD, founding partner, president and...