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Active Living

Active living is about finding ways to be physically active every day. The places we live, work, learn and play can all support regular physical activity.

Active Living Benefits

There are many recognized benefits to active living, including:

  • Longer life
  • Improved overall health and well-being
  • Reduced stress
  • Reduced health care costs resulting from lower incidence and severity of illness and disability
  • Greater independence for older adults in their daily activities
  • Enhanced community spirit and vitality

 

Active Living Agencies
Get to know the agencies that promote active living in Alberta.

Active Living Programs
See how we are encouraging active living partnerships with the private and public sectors.

Active Living Resources 
Find out how you can make active living part of your daily life at home, at school and at work.

Active Alberta Policy
Learn how the Government of Alberta has set out a vision for recreation, active living and sport over the next 10 years.