15 Jul New Report Examines Physical Activity and Sport Participation Among Canadians with Disabilities

Roughly one in four Canadians aged 15 or older has at least one disability, yet there has been very little information about how people with disabilities in Canada participate in sport and physical activity. Developed by The Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute (CFLRI) and Active Abilities Canada, the new report Access, Participation, and Opportunity: A National Status Report on Physical Activity and Sport for Persons with Disabilities helps close this information gap by providing one of the most comprehensive national snapshots to date of participation in sport, physical activity, and recreation across Canada.

The report highlights both the value of participation and the barriers that continue to limit access and opportunity. While physical activity and sport contribute to better health, stronger communities, and improved quality of life, Canadians with disabilities continue to participate at lower rates and often face greater challenges related to affordability, accessibility, inclusion, and safety. As the first in a broader series, the report provides important evidence to help inform future action across the sport, physical activity, and recreation sectors.

The Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance is pleased to help share this important resource with our global network. This report aligns with the work and priorities of our Global Matrix project and reflects the values championed by the AHKGA Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee. We are excited to see research that advances our understanding of equitable, inclusive, and accessible opportunities for participation in sport and physical activity, and we encourage you to explore this important resource.

Read the full report here!