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Leveling the Playing Field: Enhancing Physical Activity for Canadians with Varying Abilities

This initiative focuses on promoting physical activity among Canadians of all abilities, highlighting the significant barriers faced by individuals with disabilities. With statistics indicating that over 50% of Canadians with disabilities do not participate in leisure time physical activity, we aim to provide strategies and resources to facilitate accessible programming and services. The project addresses attitudinal, physical, and systemic barriers, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to engage in healthy, active living.

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Leveling the Playing Field: Enhancing Physical Activity for Canadians with Varying Abilities

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  1. Leveling the playing field: Promoting physical activity for Canadians of all abilities Amy E. Latimer & Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos SCI Action Canada Jane Arkell & Jason Dunkerley Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability

  2. Disability in Canada • 16.6% of Canadians 15-64 yrs of age • 43.3% of Canadians 65 yrs or older Participation and Activity Limitation Survey, 2006

  3. Physical Activity Participation • At least 50% of people with a disability do not engage in any leisure time physical activity Martin Ginis et al., 2010 & Participation and Activity Limitation Survey, 2006

  4. Barriers to Physical Activity • Attitudinal • Expertise • Physical • Systemic Martin et al., 2001 & Rimmer et al., 2004

  5. Objectives • Provide strategies and resources to offer accessible physical programming and services.

  6. Up and Coming Resources

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