There is a list of basic life skills all parents instinctively know they must teach their children to keep them safe and healthy. It includes habits like looking both ways before you cross the street, washing your hands with soap and water and eating the right amount of fruits and vegetables every day. For too [...]
On Thursday, June 7 we are proud to be hosting the Halton Sport Leadership graduation ceremony for the class of 2018. This is Oakville's fourth group of graduates, but the first for both Burlington and Milton. Three participating schools from Oakville, two from Milton and four from Burlington identified students to participate in this alternative [...]
Children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day, including aerobic and muscle strengthening activities. At YMCA Healthy Kids Day, discover new activities and a community for healthy families where everyone belongs. Here are some tips to ensure your family is active and engaged in a fun, healthy lifestyle: Take Your Kids with [...]
According to the newest data from Statistics Canada, fewer than 20% of Canadian children and youth are still not meeting recommended targets for physical activity. Two studies released last fall reveal kids are also spending too much time in front of digital screens and not getting enough sleep. Results from the Canadian Health Measures Survey from Statistics Canada, also [...]
