Community Grants is hosting four free online Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) and Community Initiatives Program (CIP) Project-Based information sessions in August.

This document addresses from a legal perspective the most common questions asked by non-profit employers about vaccinations, taking into account the employment and privacy implications of various vaccination policies.

The City of Edmonton has created a grant program for festivals and events to encourage their return by offsetting additional costs as a result of COVID-19. Eligible events may include organized runs, walks and other sporting events, active recreation and active living events, sport festivals, public demonstrations and try-it events.

To help all Canadians enjoy and reach their potential in sport and physical activity, we need to apply a rational, progressive Long-Term Development framework. Children, youth, and adults need to do the right things at the right time to develop in their sport or activity – whether they want to be hockey players, dancers, figure skaters, or gymnasts. Long-Term Development describes what athletes need to be doing at specific ages and stages.

Low levels of physical activity are associated with increased risk of anxiety and depression, non-communicable diseases like heart disease or diabetes, and chronic disease risk factors like obesity. Our Recommendation #7: That government and key decision makers recognize and further invest in sport and active recreation which would provide a positive return to the health and wellness of the participant and the community through decreased health care costs.