Healthy eating: children can be influenced by advertising but are also sensible

Advertising may affect kids’ eating behaviour in an undesirable way, but this effect can be partially reversed when their knowledge on health is activated, according to a newly published study.

Complete Streets Forum 2015

On October 1, the Toronto Centre for Active Transportation will hold its 8th annual Compete Streets Forum in the city.

2015 Healthy School Communities National Forum

PHE (Physical & Health Education) Canada will hold its 2015 Healthy School Communities National Forum on November 16 and 17, in Ottawa and Gatineau.

Sustainable mobility: urban planning measures save lives

A brand new guide on developing the urban fabric to protect pedestrians, cyclists, children, seniors and those with reduced mobility is now available to policy makers.

Food insecurity very costly for the Canadian healthcare system

Healthcare costs for people living in Ontario households with severe food insecurity are twice as high as for those living in more well-off households in the province, a study carried out by Canadian researchers reveals.