Move for
Life DVD:
A valuable tool to assist older adults lead healthier
lives
The Move for Life DVD provides easy to do, physical
activities for older adults who are interested in
adding physical activity options to their daily routine.
The DVD, which was developed in consultation with
older adults and exercise specialists, is free of
charge to older adults living in BC. more
BC's aging recreation facilities put healthy
communities at risk.
A new report released by BCRPA states that 68% of the province's
recreation infrastructure is at least 25 years old and in
urgent need of funding for renovation or replacement.
Findings:
BCRPA's - A Time for Renewal: Assessing
the State of Recreation Facilities in British Columbia-
takes stock of the condition of BC’s recreation infrastructure.
Based upon 5 years of comprehensive research, study and analysis,
the report highlights that $5.2 billion is needed over the
next decade to upgrade and replace the province's aging indoor
recreational facilities. BC's aging infrastructure is unable
to keep up with the demands of a growing population that has
changing needs and is reaching the crisis point on funding
requirements. Click here to access the reports.
Action:
BCRPA has set out to make recreation infrastructure renewal a top priority and is working with decision makers at all levels to gain their support and commitment in making this issue a public policy priority. Join us in our campaign to turn a pressing need into a public policy priority. Click here for more information and resources.
For our 50th anniversary we have created a historical video looking at the origin and development of the BC Recreation and Parks Association, and at the path we've charted for the future.
Part 1 on YouTube.
Part 2 on YouTube.
Trends and History of the Parks & Recreation Sector
As part of the development of the Sectoral Strategic Plan, BCRPA commissioned an analysis of trends as they relate to parks, recreation and culture, as well as a description of the Association and sector.
