Physical Activity

The following tools can help school health champions promote positive physical activity practices. Find general resources below or click on the icons at the bottom of the page for more specific items.

The ParticiPACTION Report Card is a comprehensive assessment of child and youth physical activity in Canada. Participaction also develops resources to help young people increase their physical activity and develop healthy habits.


Show students and staff the relationship between physical activity and education outcomes.


Physical and Health Education Canada (PHE Canada) champions healthy, active kids by promoting and advancing quality health and physical education opportunities and healthy learning environments.

A two-page document outlining activity and sleep guidelines for young Canadians.

Keeping Pace: Physical Activity and Healthy Eating Among Children & Youth

A report that highlights key findings from a 2009-2010 study completed with Nova Scotia students

An action plan for increasing physical activity in Nova Scotia