BC Alliance for Healthy Living Society

08/19/2026

You're invited to our Social Infrastructure and Connection webinar! Register below 🌟

What does it take to have a thriving community? Social infrastructure is essential, and refers to "people, places, and things" that make up healthy, active, caring communities. This webinar will explore why scaling up social infrastructure is so important, and challenging, with examples from Vancouver and beyond.

We'll hear from Meg Holden from the School of Resources and Environmental Management at SFU and Katie Fenn from the BC Recreation and Parks Association, who will share their expertise on social connection and the role of social infrastructure. We hope to see you there!

08/11/2026

Indigenous or local governments in BC seeking physical activity grants: Applications are now open for the Active Communities Grant program until September 18. These grants support projects that address barriers to regular physical activity.

For details and application forms, please use the link below.

Physical activity is important at every age, supporting physical and mental health, social connection and overall well-being. Regular physical activity is recognized as one of the most effective ways to decrease risk for chronic diseases, including heart disease, stroke, type-2 diabetes, and several...

08/06/2026

Summer can be a great time to enjoy our beautiful outdoors, but lately it's also a time of coping with thick wildfire smoke and extreme heat. With more time spent indoors, how can we keep ourselves healthy?

Check out this episode of our podcast, The Balance, featuring guidance from Dr. Emily Brigham of Vancouver Coastal Health and the University of British Columbia.

The Balance · Episode

07/30/2026

Summer is in full swing but we're already excited for the upcoming school year — when Active Play Clubs start up across BC! Schools, rec centres, neighbourhood houses, and other community partners will lead Active Play Clubs, providing a free, unique opportunity for kids to be physically active in their own way afterschool.

Active Play Club is all about ✨unstructured active play✨in a caring environment, which provides SO many benefits including:
💭Fostering creativity and resilience
👋Developing social skills and connections
🪁Improving mental well-being
⚽Reducing screen time
🎉HAVING FUN!

Learn more at activeplayclub.com 🎈

07/23/2026

Pump up the summer fun with 100 creative "boredom busters" from Active for Life.

Wondering how to keep your kids busy and happy through the summer months? This list of boredom busters will help!

07/21/2026

Emergencies are stressful and can make it harder to safely feed your baby. Whether you nurse your baby, express milk, or feed with formula, there are steps you can take to ensure your baby is safely fed. Check out the info below from HealthLink BC.

Learn how to prepare to safely feed your baby during emergencies, including supplies, milk storage, and formula tips.

07/21/2026

During July and August, Engage Sport North is hosting free, drop-in Park Play Days for children aged 2 to 12 in Northern BC communities! Program Leaders will lead physical literacy games and group play. Registration is free and required for participation, and can be done at the park.

📍Locations: Prince George, Quesnel, Smithers, and Terrace

Park Play Days is a free drop-in program for children ages 2-12. Throughout the months of July and August, Engage Sport North will set up fun activities for children at community parks around Northern BC.

07/07/2026

Physical activity is important for everybody. To expand accessible, affordable ways to be active close to home, BC Alliance for Healthy Living (BCAHL) is now accepting applications for the Active Communities Grant program.

Supported by the Province of British Columbia, this program provides grants of up to $20,000 to Indigenous and local governments to create or expand physical activity opportunities.

Find out more and download an application on our website: https://ow.ly/MGes50Zlmz6

06/18/2026

This Sunday, June 21 is the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a time to appreciate and honor the traditions, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Events are taking place all across BC – take a look at what's happening in your area, courtesy of Indigenous Tourism BC.

Indigenous Tourism BC invites you to welcome summer and honour National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples' Day.

06/17/2026

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