Appendices: Community Physical Activity Strategy - Recreation

1 COMMUNITY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY STRATEGY MANUAL

Appendices: Community Physical Activity Strategy

APPENDICES

A. Three Types of Physical Activity ................................................................3

B. Benefits of Physical Activity .......................................................................4

C. Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines .....................................................5

D. Window of Work ........................................................................................10

E. Potential Partnerships/Key Stakeholders .................................................11

F. Physical Activity Programs/Initiatives .......................................................14

G. Various Community Consultation Methods .............................................16

H. Tips for Writing Objectives .......................................................................18

I. Steps to Completing a Press Release ......................................................19

J. Program Attendance Sheet ......................................................................20

K. Sample Survey/Questionnaire Cover Letter ............................................21

L. Sample Questionnaire ...............................................................................22

M. Additional Questions for Community Surveys/Questionnaires .............23

N. Funding Sources ........................................................................................25

O. Sample Focus Group Questions...............................................................28

P. Additional Website/Resources Links ........................................................29


APPENDIX A: Three Types of Physical Activity

To achieve the best health results, it is important to have a combination of the three types of physical

activity described below and to encourage everyone to participate in a variety of activities to keep things

fresh and new.

Endurance Activities

Endurance activities are continuous activities that make you feel warm and breathe deeply. Endurance

activities help your heart, lungs, and circulatory system stay healthy and give you more energy. Examples

of endurance exercises include:

• Walking • Dancing

• Continuous swimming • Yard & garden work

• Cycling • Skating

Flexibility Activities

Flexibility activities include gentle reaching, bending and stretching. Flexibility activities help you move

easily, be more agile and keep your muscles relaxed and your joints moving. Some examples of flexibility

exercises are:

• Yoga/pilates • Golf

• Tai Chi • Bowling

• Curling • Mopping the floor

• Gardening

Strength and Balance Activities

Strength and balance activities are those that make you work against some kind of resistance, such as

pushing or pulling a heavy object. Strength activities help your muscles and bones stay strong, improve

your posture and help to prevent disease like osteoporosis. Some examples of strength and balance

activities include:

• Lifting & carrying

• Physical activities such as push-ups & sit ups

• Raking & carrying leaves

• Climbing stairs

• Wearing a backpack carrying school books

• Weight/strength training routines

Source: Stepping Up Physical Activity Strategy for the Halifax Region, 2009


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APPENDIX C: Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines






APPENDIX D: Window of Work

Provide this sheet to some of your volunteers/committee members to determine what their interests are and how they can benefit your community.

What I Like What I Don’t Like What I Can Do What I Want To LearnSample: Interacting withpeople, public speaking,working with seniors, working with children

Sample: Photocopying, fund raising

Sample: Great communication skills, organizational skills, computer skills, First Aid

Sample: Report Writing, different games to teach children, improve computer skills

Name:_____________________ Ph #:_____________________ Email: _________________________

Best Times I am available: ______________________________________________________________________

(Source: Robyn Squire, Regional Recreation Director, Eastport Peninsula Recreation & Wellness Association)


RECREATION SECTOROrganization/Group Mailing Address Contact Information

Recreation NL 1296 A Kenmount RdParadise, NL A1L 1N3

(709) [email protected]

MUN School of Human Kinetics and Recreation

Physical Education BuildingMemorial University of NewfoundlandSt. John’s, NLA1C 5S7

Angela Loucks-Atkinson (709) [email protected]

TA Loeffler (709) [email protected]

Dept. of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

P.O. Box 8700St. John's, NLA1B 4J6


APPENDIX E: Potential Partnerships/Key Stakeholders

The following is a list of potential partnerships/key stakeholders that may benefit your organizationin increasing physical activity within your region.

SPORT SECTOROrganization/Group Mailing Address Contact Information

Canadian Sport For Life 1296 A Kenmount RdParadise, NL A1L 1N3


Sport NL 1296 A Kenmount RdParadise, NL A1L 1N3


School Sport NL 1296 A Kenmount RdParadise, NL A1L 1N3


Mount Pearl Sport Alliance 45 Olympic Drive (Glacier)P.O. Box 989Mount Pearl, NLA1N 3G9



HEALTH SECTOROrganization/Group Mailing Address Contact Information

Dept. of Health and Community Services

P.O. Box 87001st Floor, West BlockConfederation Building St. John's, NL A1B 4J6


Eastern Health/ Regional Wellness Coalitions

Wellness Coalition - Avalon EastP.O. Box 13122St. John's, NLA1B 4A4

Co-Chair Eastern Regional Wellness CoalitionEastern HealthP. O. Box 5800Harbour Grace, NL A0A 2M0

Central Regional Wellness CoalitionCommunity Health Building, 36 Queensway Drive50 Union Street, Grand Falls-Windsor, NLA2A 2E1

Western Regional Wellness CoalitionPO Box 2005Corner Brook, NLA2H 6J7

Northern Regional Wellness Coalition178-200 West StreetSt. Anthony, NLA0K 4S0

Labrador Regional Wellness CoalitionPO Box 985, Station CHappy Valley-Goose Bay, NLA0P 1C0




(709) 637-5000 (ext 5257)[email protected]




OTHEROrganization/Group Mailing Address Contact Information

MUN Co-op Education (School of Human Kinetics and Recre-ation)

Physical Education BuildingMemorial University of NewfoundlandSt. John’s, NLA1C 5S7


ACT(Alliance for the Control of Tobacco)

29 Rowan StreetSt. John's, NLA1B 2X2


MNL(Municipalities Newfound-land and Labrador)

460 Torbay RoadSt. John's, NLA1A 5J3


Canadian Tire JumpStart 2180 Yonge StreetP.O. Box 770, Station KToronto, ON, M4P 2V8


EDUCATION SECTOROrganization/Group Mailing Address Contact Information

Dept. of Education Department of EducationP.O. Box 8700St. John's, NLA1B 4J6

(709) 729- 5896 [email protected]

Eastern School District/Eastern Health

Eastern School DistrictSuite 601, Atlantic Place215 Water StreetSt. John's, NL A1C 6C9 (Avalon)

Eastern School DistrictSuite 601, Atlantic Place215 Water StreetSt. John's, NL A1C 6C9 (Avalon)

Nova Central School District203 Elizabeth Avenue Gander, NL A1V 1H6

Western School DistrictP.O. Box 368 10 Wellington Street Corner Brook, NLA2H 6G9 (West)






APPENDIX F: Physical Activity Programs/Initiatives

Physical Activity Campaign

Recreation NL’s Physical Activity Campaign is a provincial campaign created in 2006 to motivate individuals to

start moving towards a healthier and more active lifestyle. Recreation NL encourages people and communities

to get active by offering training opportunities, workshops, information and resource tools to spread the word

about the importance of physical activity. To assist in the overall development, collaboration, coordination

and delivery of this campaign, Recreation NL also has established a Physical Activity Advisory Committee that

consists of individuals from the recreation, sport, health and education sectors. For more information please visit

www.recreationnl.com

HIGH FIVE®

HIGH FIVE ® is Canada's only comprehensive quality assurance process for children's recreation and sport

programs. Using a systematic approach to quality assurance, HIGH FIVE® is designed to promote the healthy

development of children 6-12 years. Based upon principles of healthy child development, HIGH FIVE®

combines training, assessment tools, resources, public education and collaboration to ensure children have the

best possible sport and recreation experiences. For more information please visit www.highfive.org or contact

Pam Mills, Program, Marketing Officer, Recreation NL at (709) 729-0569 or email [email protected]

Recreation Month Campaign

Recreation Month Campaign is a growing national campaign that provides a great opportunity to draw attention

to the important benefits and values of recreation to individuals, families, neighbourhoods, and communities.

For more information please visit www.recreationnl.com

ParticipACTION

ParticipACTION is a national not-for-profit organization solely dedicated to inspiring and supporting active living

and sport participation for Canadians. For more information about PartipACTION please visit

www.participACTION.com


Canadian Tire Jumpstart

Canadian Tire Jumpstart® is a community-based charitable program that helps kids aged 4-18 participate in

organized sports and recreation such as hockey, dance, soccer and swimming, so they can develop important

life skills, self esteem and confidence. For more information please visit www.canadiantire.ca/jumpstart/

Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women in Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS)

The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women in Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) provides

leadership and education, and builds capacity to foster equitable support, diverse opportunities and

positive experiences for girls and women in sport and physical activity. For more information, please

visit www.caaws.ca

Canadian Sport 4 Life

Canadian Sport 4 Life is a movement to improve the quality of sport in Canada. CS4L recognizes that

quality sport and physical activity offer rich benefits to Canadian society through improved health, stronger

communities, higher sporting achievement, and stronger national identity. By improving sport, CS4L aims to

improve the lives of all Canadians. For more information please visit www.canadiansportforlife.ca


APPENDIX G: Various Community Consultation Methods

FOCUS GROUPSDescription Strengths/Advantages Weaknesses/DisadvantagesFocus groups are carefully planned small group discussions which are guided by a facilitator for a non-threatening environment. It allows communities to gather important information on a specific issue.

A highly skilled facilitator is recommended.

• Efficient collection of qualitative information from participants (usually 6-8, max).• Hearing other ideas may encourage others to express their views.• Provides an opportunity for in depth explorations of perceptions and opinions of a selected number of individuals.• Assists with interpretation of results.

• May not be representative.• Limited number of questions can be asked.• Can be time consuming.• Data collected will depend on how skilled the facilitator is.• Participants may be shy therefore a selection of key people is necessary.

QUESTIONNAIRESDescription Strengths/Advantages Weaknesses/DisadvantagesA structured document that uses a variety of open-ended and closed questions which is best suited for situations that require a high response rate.

• Allows you to collect both quantitative and qualitative data.• Inexpensive.• Can be conducted online (survey monkey), mail or telephone.• Questions can be determined by the committee to ensure there is strength and credibility to the questions.

• Committee may be biased and throw off some of the questions.• Questions must be clear and concise for all educational level participants.• May require software to record results. • Does not allow exchange of ideas.

PANEL DISCUSSIONSDescription Strengths/Advantages Weaknesses/DisadvantagesA panel discussion represents a cross–section of the population and allows continuing dialogue with participants. It can track different issues and track changes over time.

• There may be an ongoing relationship with the panel that will provide information over time that may cover changing needs and circumstances.

• Very time consuming. • Research skills are needed.• Not suitable for consulting a small number of people.


IN-PERSON INTERVIEWS AND/OR TELEPHONE INTERVIEWSDescription Strengths/Advantages Weaknesses/DisadvantagesA detailed discussion people generally administered through a questionnaire or survey. It requires a careful selection of participants.

• Direct source of data.• Can be interactive (visual questions).• Allows interviewer to correct any misunderstandings of the questions being asked.• Telephone usually costs less than person interviews but may take longer.

• Time consuming for everyone.• Skilled interviewer is required.• Scheduling may be difficult. • Low co-operation rates.• Interviewer bias may influence results.

WORKSHOPS, ADVISORY COMMITTEES, PUBLIC MEETING/FORUMSDescription Strengths/Advantages Weaknesses/DisadvantagesStructured sessions aimed at producing a work plan or program that usually consists of about 8-15 people. They provide ongoing advice and allow community members to become familiar with the consultation/planning process.

• Provides a forum for discussion.• Source of community viewpoints. • Facilitates the exchange of views.• Brings a wide range of people together.• Assists with dealing with multiple interest groups.

• May appear exclusive.• Ability of facilitator is crucial to success.• May be non-representative of the community or user group.• Meetings can be time consuming and dominated by members of unequal status, knowledge and expertise.


APPENDIX H: Tips for Writing Objectives

To be effective objectives must be specific, measureable, and meaningful and used as guides to measure whether or not an individual has done something . If well written, when we turn the objective into a question you should be able to answer it with a simple “Yes” or “No”. Objectives are the steps involved in achieving those goals.

There are 4 elements involved in writing objectives (ABCDs):

A= Audience The AUDIENCE identifies who is doing the action or behaviour described in the objective. Some common audiences include children, participants, adults, leaders, youth, or other terms describing individuals or groups of people.

B= Behaviour The BEHAVIOUR is the action the audience must do and is required in a behavioural objective. There is only ONE behaviour per objective. Some common behaviours include jump, demonstrate, collaborate, introduce, and other terms used to accomplish a particular leisure task.

C= Condition The CONDITION in an objective helps to describe the behaviour in specific terms. Anything that helps to further identify the behaviour is considered a condition. A condition can be recognized by the way it describes the HOW or WHEN an action is to be accomplished. For example, if someone was throwing a ball in the objective, HOW would they throw it? Overhand, underhand or with two hands?

D= Degree The DEGREE in an objective describes how well the behaviour is accomplished. For example, the basketball player shot 90% on the free-throw line.

(Source: Programming for parks, recreation, and leisure services; A servant leadership approach, 2005)


APPENDIX I: Steps to Completing a Press Release

A press release is an excellent way to get the word out about community events or public meetings that you would like promote in your area. Below are the steps you should follow to create a press release.

STEP 1: Community Logo You should include your community’s logo at the very top of the News Release to help media outlets recognize your community.

STEP 2: “FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE”All press releases that go out must start with FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE at the top left hand corner, always in CAPITAL letters and underlined.

STEP 3: HeadlineThe headline of the press release should be simple, centered and bold. An example: Joe Batt’s Arm Recreation Committee Holds a Physical Activity Community Consultation

STEP 4: Opening Paragraph (Location, Date & 5Ws)The opening paragraph will begin with City (Province) Date (keep province in brackets). This will allow the reader to know where the information is coming from. It should also answer the 5Ws: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. This paragraph should always grab the reader and provide further information about what the consultation will be and the importance of it. It will encourage the reader to continue reading on.

STEP 5: Second Paragraph: Unique Selling Point and Quotes Here is where you will place quotes about the reasoning for attending the consultation and how the information will be used.

STEP 6: Contact InformationHere is where you provide contact information for individuals to contact you with further information. Please include your name, phone number, and email address.

STEP 7: The End To complete the press release, simply type the following: ### This will let the media outlet know that there is not another page.

(Source: Music Success in Nine Weeks, pg. 120-122)


APPENDIX J: Program Attendance Sheet

Program Leader:____________________________________________

Community/Location:________________________________________

Month: ____________________________________________________

Participant Name Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

Comments/Observations:___________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________


APPENDIX K: Sample Survey/Questionnaire Cover Letter

We Need Your help!

Our Community Recreation Committee is currently conducting a needs assessment to assist us in developing a physical activity strategy for our community. The enclosed questionnaire is part of a study designed to assist us in future planning to provide the best quality programs and services for our community. We are requesting your input with this important matter.

The survey is being sent to a sample of residents in the community. Your name has been randomly selected and your answers are very valuable to us. When you have completed the questionnaire, simply place it in the return envelope (which is already stamped for your convenience) and drop it in the mail by NEXT FRIDAY (insert date).

Please DO NOT sign your name to the questionnaire. You answers will be completely confidential and will only be used to identify important trends and issues. The number on the outside of the return envelope is merely our way of checking your response off of our sample list when the questionnaire is returned, so we do not send you follow-up reminders. The envelope is separated from the questionnaire before any answers are recorded.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact (insert person’s name, title, and contact phone/email here). Thank you very much for your participation.

Sincerely Yours,

(insert name/title)

[Insert community/recreation department logo here]

(Source: Cowichan Regional Parks and Trails Strategy, 2006)


APPENDIX L: Sample Questionnaire

Our community is evaluating our walking program. We are conducting a confidential questionnaire and we are hoping that you can assist us by answering a couple of questions below.

1) When did you join our program?______________________________________________________________________________2) How did you find out about our program?______________________________________________________________________________

3) On average, how often do you participate in this program? (Check one) Once a week Once every 2 weeks More than once a week Less than once a week

4) What is the main reason that motivated you to join this program? (Check one) Socialize/meeting people Improve fitness Recommended by a doctor Other (please describe):_________________________________________________________

5) On a scale of 1 – 5 with 1 being “not active” and 5 being “very active”, how active do you think you were BEFORE participating in this program? (Circle one number) 1 2 3 4 5

6) Using the same scale as above, how active are you SINCE you participated in this program? (Circle one number) 1 2 3 4 5

7) Have you noticed any physical benefits as a result of participating in this program? Yes No Not sure

8) Would you say that your experience in this program has been positive? Yes No

9) If it has not been a positive experience please explain so we may be able to improve this program. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Gender: Male Female

Age Range: Teen (13-19) 20’s 30’s 40’s 50’s 60+ THANK YOU FOR YOUR INPUT!


APPENDIX M: Additional Questions for Community Surveys/Questionnaires

Here are extra samples of questions that communities can add to their survey/questionnaire to find out important information about your community’s demographics and needs.

1) What do you like best about your community or area? Please describe. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2) Have you or anyone in your household used any of your community’s parks, natural areas, playgrounds or public trails in the past year? Yes No

2a) If yes, for which activities did you or your household use your community’s parks, natural areas, playgrounds or public trails? Please describe.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3) Have you or anyone in your household used any public recreation or cultural facilities in your community in the past year? Yes No

3a) If yes, which facilities have you or your household used? Please list. __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________

4) How does your household find out about community services, events or opportunities in your community? Posters Website TV/Radio Ads Newsletter Friend Other

5) In your opinion, are there any new or improved parks or outdoor areas needed in your community? Yes No 5a) If yes, please describe these parks or outdoor areas. __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________

6) Are there any new or improved public recreation facilities needed in your community? Yes No

6a) If yes, please describe these public recreation facilities.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


7) What most limits your household from participating in leisure time activities? Lack of childcare No transportation Lack of income/money Time it is offered Other

8) How involved would you say your household is in the community? Extremely involved Somewhat involved Not involved at all

9) How involved in the community would you like your household to be in the future? Extremely involved Somewhat involved Not involved at all

10) What is your gender? Male Female

11) In which age group are you? 0-12 13-19 20-49 50-65 66+

12) Which best describes the type of household in which you live now? One or more adults sharing a residence Couple with no dependent children Couple with dependent children Single parent with dependent children

13) Is there anything else you would like to tell us about recreation services and programs in your community? Please describe. __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________

(Source: City of Richmond Parks, Recreation and Culture, 2001 survey)


Dept. of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

Name of Funding Description of Grant/WebsiteMax. Amount

Community Recreation Development Grants

The Community Recreation Development Grant assists communities in providing accessible, inclusive recreation and active living and leisure pro-grams while promoting the benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle. They help develop the capacity of communities, groups and organizations in planning and delivering these programs and services and make them part of health promotion and disease prevention.

www.tcr.gov.nl.ca/tcr/formsandApplications/index.html

$3,000.00-$5,000.00

Seniors Community Recreation Grant

This program will assist recreation commissions/committees and town councils in providing programs/services focused on increased physical and leisure activity aimed at seniors in an aging community. It will also support the need for long and short term planning and links to regional and provin-cial initiatives. This support will result in increased opportunities for seniors to be more physically active and engaged in community life.


$5,000.00

Minor Project Capital Grant

This grant program has been developed to provide financial assistance for minor capital costs associated with recreation facilities and equipment.


$3,000.00

Capital Grant This funding is for infrastructure or capital expenditures that support recre-ation, sport, or active living programs and to offset the cost of conserving existing recreation facilities or the development of new small scale facilities.


$15,000.00

Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Program

This program supports Aboriginal projects that involve the safeguarding of traditions and culture.

www.tcr.gov.nl.ca/tcr/heritage/aboriginal_cultural_heritage_program.html

$15,000.00

APPENDIX N: Funding Sources


Dept. of Health and Community Services


Age FriendlyGrants

The program is designed to provide funding to incorporated municipalities, Inuit community governments and reserves, and seniors’ organizations throughout the entire province to support them in planning for an aging population. An age-friendly community is one where the physical and social environments are designed to enable older individuals to live in a secure setting, enjoy health and continue to participate fully in society.

www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/grantsfunding/age_friendly.html

$10,000.00

Provincial Wellness Grant

Provincial Wellness Grant - The Provincial Grants program can provide the necessary funds often required by community organizations to start up or enhance initiatives to support wellness. This program provides an opportunity for communities to work in partnerships and enhance capacity to address wellness priorities: Healthy Eating; Physical Activity; Tobacco Control; Injury Prevention; Mental Health Promotion; Child & Youth Development and Environmental Health.

For more information please visit www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/wellnesshealthyliving/provincialwellness.html

$5,000.00-$50,000.00

Community Grant The purpose of the Community Grant is to support groups and organiza-tions who are working to promote wellness in their communities. There are six coalitions that operate within regions covering the four health authorities across the province.

www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/wellnesshealthyliving/wellnesscoalitions.html

$1,000.00

Dept. of Human Resources, Labour and Employment


Graduate Employment Program

Designed to assist recent post-secondary graduates secure valuable work experience in their field of study. Eligible graduates can use this wage subsidy program to market themselves to employers.

www.hrle.gov.nl.ca/hrle/students/graduate.html

$12,500.00

SWASP A unique program that serves post-secondary students and community organizations, enabling students to work in their home community during the summer, develop transferable skills, explore career interests and help nonprofits carry out their programs. In return, they receive a $1,400 tuition voucher upon completion of a 280-hour placement (8 weeks), plus a weekly stipend of $175.

www.hrle.gov.nl.ca/hrle/students/swasp.html


Dept. of Municipal Affairs


Community Enhancement Employment Program

Provides short-term employment. Workers in rural areas are employed by local governments or community organizations for up to 420 hours to assist them with eligibility for Employment Insurance benefits.

www.ma.gov.nl.ca/ma/emp_support/ceep.html

Other Sources


New Horizons The New Horizons for Seniors Program helps to ensure that seniors can benefit from, & contribute to, the quality of life in their communities, through active living and participation in social activities. The Program funds projects that help improve the quality of life for seniors and their communities – from enabling seniors to share their knowledge, wisdom and experiences with others, to improving facilities for seniors' programs and activities. There are 3 streams: Community Participation & Leadership, Capital Assistance, & Elder Abuse Awareness.

www.rhdcc-hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/community_partnerships/seniors/index.shtml

$25,000.00-$250,000.00

Canada Summer Jobs Canada Summer Jobs is a Government of Canada initiative that provides funding to help employers create summer job opportunities for students. It is designed to focus on local priorities while helping both students and their communities. www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/epb/yi/yep/programs/scpp.shtml

Building Communities through Arts & Heri-tage

The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage Program was created to help you celebrate your community, its past and its present. The Program will increase opportunities, through festivals and other events and projects, for local artists and artisans to be involved in their community and for local groups to commemorate their local history and heritage.

www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1267799042836/1276800169608

$200,000.00

Small Enterprise Co-operative Placement Assistance Program (SECPAP)

The objectives of SECPAP are to expose small businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador to the value of co-operative education, thereby creating a long-term demand for co-operative education students and graduates, and to expose co-operative education students to the small business sector, and entrepreneurial activity in general, as viable and attractive career options. Students can be chosen from Applied Social Psychology, Business, Com-puter Science, Economics, Engineering, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Political Science and Recreation. www.mun.ca/coop/employers/

Maximum Subsidy of $6.00 per hour


APPENDIX O: Sample Focus Group Questions

1) What are some of your general thoughts about the physical activity, recreation and leisure opportunities in our community?

2) What are some of the physical activity/recreation programs and services you are satisfied with in our community?

3) What physical activity/recreation programs or services do you think could be improved?

4) Are there some physical activity/recreation programs or services that are not in our community that you think should be?

5 How do you feel about our current indoor and outdoor recreation facilities? Do we need upgrades/ improvements to any facility?

6) What do you think the community should focus on in the next few years? (ie: New facilities, trained staff/human resources, specific recreation program)

7) What are some barriers preventing you from participating in physical activity programs and services?

8) Do you have any other additional comments or suggestions you would like to share about our community’s recreation and leisure services?


Physical Activity Strategy Resource manual www.mhp.gov.on.ca/english/sportandrec/physical_activity/PlanningResrceManual_FINAL.pdf

Active 2010 Ontario’s Sport & Physical Activity

Strategy www.mhp.gov.on.ca/english/sportandrec/physical_activity/active2010-strategy-e.pdf

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Dept.

of Tourism, Culture and Recreationwww.tcr.gov.nl.ca/tcr/

Community Accountswww.communityaccounts.ca

Statistics Canadawww.statcan.gc.ca/start-debut-eng.html

Town of Ajax Sports and Physical Activity Strategywww.townofajax.com/AssetFactory.aspx?did=4803

Manitoba In Motion www.manitobainmotion.ca/

Lifestyle Information Networkwww.lin.ca

Active 2010 Toolkit Website www.active2010.ca/toolkit/en/default.asp

Community Service Council (Funding

Sources/Tips) www.envision.ca/templates/resources.asp?ID=78

Alliance for the Control of Tobaccowww.actnl.com

Health Canadawww.hc-sc.gc.ca/index-eng.php

Public Health Agency of Canada www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/index-eng.php Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute www.cflri.ca/eng/index.php

Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology

www.csep.ca/english/view.asp?x=804

Music Success in Nine Weeks: A Step By Step Guide on How to Use Social Media & Online Tactics to Supercharge your PR, Build Your Fan Base And Earn More Money (2009, Ariel Hyatt) Pg. 10-11, 120 – 123.

Degraaf, Kathy H., Degraaf, Donald G., & Jordan, Debra J. (2005) Programming for Parks Recreation and Leisure Services: A Servant Leadership Approach.Venture Publishing.

Cowichen Regional Parks and Trails Master Plan www.cvrd.bc.ca/DocumentView.aspx?DID=992

Richmond Parks and Recreation Strategywww.gov.ns.ca/hpp/pasr/publications/Physical-Activity-Strategy-Richmond.pdf

Stepping Up www.steppinguphalifax.ca

APPENDIX P: Additional Website/Resource Links

Here are some additional websites and information on physical activity strategies which may help you develop your physical activity strategy for your area. They may provide you with ideas that would be beneficial to your community.


Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador1296A Kenmount Road, Paradise, NL A1L 1N3t: (709) 729-3892 f: (709) 729-3814e: [email protected] w: www.recreationnl.com

Documents

Appendices: Community Physical Activity Strategy - Recreation