Useful Links

Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador (RNL) is a province wide, not for profit organization established in 1971 to promote the values and benefits of recreation. RNL is the host of Find Your Fit!, a province wide physical activity campaign designed to get individuals motivated and moving towards healthy, active living. The Campaign provides physical activity challenges, information, tools and resources to help Newfoundlanders and Labradorians increase their physical activity levels.

The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology is a voluntary organization composed of professionals interested and involved in the scientific study of exercise physiology, exercise biochemistry, fitness and health. This site provides physical activity guidelines based on age group for infants, children, youth, adults and older adults.

The Government of Newfoundland - Department of Seniors, Wellness, & Social Development is involved in a number of programs and initiatives to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary living for resident of this province. Visit the website to learn about current initiatives and grant programs to support physical activity. There are also links provided to other useful websites.

As Canada’s premier physical activity brand, ParticipACTION helps Canadians sit less and move more through innovative engagement initiatives and thought leadership. ParticipACTION emphasizes that everything gets better when you get active. At this site you will find the ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, and a wide variety of tips, information and resources to get and stay active. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter to receive updates on physical activity initiatives.

The Western Regional Wellness Coalition (WRWC) is committed to promoting wellness and improving the health and well being of all individuals and communities in western Newfoundland and Labrador. Visit the website for more information on grant opportunities available for physical activity initiatives.

The Public Health Agency of Canada - Physical Activity website provides information on the benefits of regular physical activity, active transportation, the importance of safe play and tips for increasing physical activity rates. A page of links provides additional information on physical activity programs and resources.