The British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association is a not for profit organization dedicated to building and sustaining active healthy lifestyles and communities in BC.
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| An initiative which provides supports for facilities to voluntarily adopt the sale of healthy food more... |
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| A comprehensive and integrated approach to getting British Columbians to become more active. more... |
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| Improving the health of British Columbians through leadership that enhances collaborative action to promote physical activity, healthy eating and living smoke-free. more... |
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Important Policy Updates
The BCRPA has updated two Fitness Registration Program policies.
Read more here.

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Renew Your Membership and Win!
Start your New Year off right with a 2012 BCRPA membership! Renew now and stay connected and involved with your sector.

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Registration is now open!
Join us for Symposium 2012 "Esprit De Corps: in pursuit of our common purpose" May 9-11, 2012 in Victoria.
The earlier you register the more you save with two early bird deadlines! Register Now!

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Parks and Grounds Spring Training Conference 2012

Register today!
Join us for this two-day conference highlighting Horticulture on the first day and Maintenance on the second day!
Earn credits from ISA and WCTA. Info here.

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The Way Forward - our Sectoral Strategic Plan
The Plan in Action video

The Sectoral Strategic Plan in Action video presented during the 2011 Annual General Meeting is now available to view online.
The Way Forward Sectoral Strategic Plan
The first ever sectoral strategic plan for the parks, recreation & cultural sector. Find out how you can be part of The Way Forward.
Video summary
Read the Plan here.

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BC’s aging recreation facilities put healthy communities at risk

BCRPA’s “A Time for Renewal” report determines $5.2 billion is urgently needed to address BC’s rapidly aging infrastructure.
Click here to access the reports.
BCRPA is taking action to address the need for recreation infrastructure renewal across BC.
Join us in our campaign to turn a pressing need into a public policy priority.
Click here for more information and resources.


BCRPA - Leading the Way for over 50 years - video presentation
Click here to watch Part 1 on YouTube.
Click here to watch Part 2 on YouTube.
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HIGH FIVE®
Quality assurance training and resources for supervisors and front-line staff who work with children ages 6 - 12. more... |
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Everybody gets to play
A program to ensure that economically disadvantaged children and families have access to quality recreation. more... |
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Playground Safety Awareness
A one-day course on playground safety and CSA standards. more… |
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PoolSafe BC
A one-day course that provides aquatic centre staff with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, evaluate, and control hazards in a pool setting. more… |
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Pool Operator
Two levels available; students will be exposed to information that will provide an understanding of swimming pool operations and maintenance. more… |
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