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Physical Activity

Transport Canada - Commuter Options: The Complete Guide for Canadian Employers   Transport Canada is pleased to offer Canadian employers a practical and comprehensive guide to improving commuter options for their employees. Based on years of international experience but with a focus on Canadian examples and resources, this guide covers the full range of ways that commuting can be made easier, healthier and less expensive by improving the alternatives to driving alone. The guide is accompanied by materials that can be used by business groups, government agencies or non-profit organizations to deliver a one-day training workshop to representatives of interested employers.

Act Now BC - Fitting in Physical Activity at Work
There are lots of benefits to regular activity – and all it takes is 10 minutes, 3 times a day. If you get your minutes in on your way to work or even while you’re there, you can relax for the rest of the day. You’ll also have more energy and a more positive outlook – and you’ll be more productive, too.  Suggestions for being more active at work are provided and applicable to many workplace settings.

Public Health Agency of Canada – Stairway to Health
Developing a Stairway to Health Program is a fun and easy way to get employees active in the workplace.  From downloadable point of choice posters (the most effective option as indicated by research) to virtual challenges, this interactive website provides you with the tools you need to develop and manage a stairway to health program.

Alberta Centre for Active Living - Physical Activity at Work
Improve your workplace by bringing physical activity into the workday. This user-friendly website helps employers, employees, workplace wellness coordinators and human resources advisors encourage physical activity @ work.

Canadian Council for Health and Active Living at Work
The CCHALW contributes to the advancement of health and active living at work by providing resources, tools and expertise to active living and health professionals in Canadian workplaces.

The Public Health Agency of Canada - Physical Activity    This site provides information on the benefits of Physical Activity, the Physical Activity Guidelines and tips about being active Refer to Healthy Steps at Work for additional Physical Activity ideas.

 

Page Last Updated: Monday, December 05 2011