Meet the Hijabi Ballers – an organization that seeks to recognize and celebrate the athleticism of Muslim women and girls.
Inspiration
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.
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...
Why the Yukon should be your next active vacation
If your ideal trip includes active, adventure-filled days and jaw-dropping views, it’s time to move #ExploreYukon to the top of your bucket list.
Why you should try a variety of sports and activities
The Active Champions Series is a monthly showcase of inspiring stories highlighting the importance of physical activity and sport in our everyday lives. When it comes to staying motivated to be physically active, finding a sport or physical activity you enjoy is...
Mind over matter: Finding the motivation to stay active
The Active Champions Series is a monthly showcase of inspiring stories highlighting the importance of physical activity and sport in our everyday lives. When it comes to staying active, having the right mindset is crucial for overcoming setbacks that might keep you...
A tale of two countries and a cricket comeback
The Active Champions Series is a monthly showcase of inspiring stories from influential people living in Canada who make physical activity and sport a key part of their everyday lives. It can be tough to get back into a physical activity routine, especially if the...
Lessons on physical activity
With our 50th anniversary celebrations concluding as 2021 comes to an end, we reached out to some of Canada’s leading physical activity researchers and influencers to ask a simple question: What is the one thing you wish everyone living in Canada knew about getting...
Active Champions Series: Sarah Ennor
The Active Champions Series is a monthly showcase of inspiring stories from influential Canadians who make physical activity and sport a key part of their everyday lives. Taking up a new sport, especially a team one, can be intimidating. You may worry that you won’t...
Unleashed and on the move
Britt Pearson’s Yukon lifestyle combines her love of dogs, the wilderness and staying active. Spectacular mountain views, wide-open vistas, glistening waters…and a mountain biking woman with a pack of nine dogs happily barrelling behind her? If you spend enough time...
Running to feel still
Ultramarathoner Amy Kenny’s deep connection to her sport and the Yukon landscape The Yukon first captivated Amy Kenny’s heart when she toured through the territory on a cycling adventure 16 years ago. For years after she returned to her hometown of Hamilton, Ontario,...
Active Champions Series: B.R. Sankeerth
“Being mentally occupied with a sport or a goal or a dream, I do think it helps you deal with stress.” Many Canadians want to find a way to move their bodies every day. That’s because engaging in daily physical activity is one of the simplest and most effective ways...