Research Project

Guides for School Sport
& Physical Activity

Exploring participation in school-based sport and physical activity, identifying barriers and opportunities within the education system across Canada.

About This Project

Expanding research across Canada

This project explores the participation of youth in school-based sport and physical activity, with a focus on identifying both barriers and opportunities within the education system.

Following the completion of Phase 1 and Phase 2 in Ontario, we are now expanding our research across Canada to develop actionable, evidence-based strategies. Phase 2 was commissioned by the Ministry of Education and involved close collaboration with school leaders, boards, and community organizations to better understand the realities facing students and educators.

As we move forward, we continue to engage youth and physical activity leaders to ensure the solutions we develop are grounded in lived experience and can meaningfully improve access, inclusion, and participation across school environments nationwide.

More Study Information โ†’
Key Focus Areas
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School-Based Barriers
Identifying what prevents youth from participating in school sport and PA
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Evidence-Based Strategies
Developing actionable solutions informed by research and lived experience
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Ministry Collaboration
Phase 2 commissioned by the Ontario Ministry of Education
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National Expansion
Expanding beyond Ontario to all provinces and territories