BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Let’s get physical! The policy landscape for physical activity in BC BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Suzanne Allard Strutt Chief Executive Officer BC Recreation & Parks Association

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Let’s get physical! The policy landscape for physical activity in BC © BCRPA 2014 BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Suzanne Allard Strutt Chief Executive Officer BC Recreation & Parks Association

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape The policy environment – National Recreation Framework – Active Canada 20/20 – BC Physical activity strategy and action plan Important considerations for increasing physical activity levels Some priorities for supporting physical activity

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Strategic Framework for Recreation in Canada – The renewal of recreation based on clear goals and underlying values and principles – A process that began at the 2011 National Recreation Summit; two years of consultations – Guides action towards engagement in recreation experiences that foster the wellbeing of individuals, communities and environments

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Action Groups: – Active Transportation – Accessibility / Diversity – Schools – Active Play

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape BC Physical Activity Strategy and Action Plan Framework for Physical Activity in Western Australia, To strengthen public policy To increase research into practice To provide appropriate environments/programs To increase public motivation and understanding To promote partnerships Overlays Active Canada 20/20 PA Leadership Table

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Scan of existing physical activity programs – Community Design – Targeted Information and Public Education – Policy Development Change & Implementation – High Quality Accessible Programs and Services

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Areas of focus In-person consultations Stakeholder survey

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Priorities: Built and Natural Environments Comprehensive School Health Early Years Primary Care Settings Aboriginal / First Nations

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Important considerations for increasing physical activity levels: 1.Demographic changes 2.Rate of urbanization 3.Challenges in public health 4.Growing economic inequality 5.Social challenges

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape Some priorities for supporting physical activity: 1.Active, healthy people and communities 2.Equity and inclusiveness 3.People connected to nature

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

BC RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION Physical activity policy landscape

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