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The Physical Activity Resource Centre (PARC) a member of the Ontario Health Promotion Resource System (OHPRS) was established in April 2003 with a mandate to provide support to Physical Activity Promoters working in Public Health, Community Health Centres and Recreation Centres across Ontario. PARC is managed by Ophea (Ontario Physical and Health Education Association) and is funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care as part of the Ontario Public Health Promotion Resource System (OHPRS).
Physical inactivity is the most prevalent modifiable risk factor for all major chronic diseases. PARC’s long-term vision is to increase the level of physical activity among Ontarians, and as a result, reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases.
Our Vision
An active healthy Ontario. Our Values
Capacity Building
Comprehensive Approach to Primary Prevention
Client-Centred
Maximize Resources
Our Purpose
The Physical Activity Resource Centre (PARC) exists to build the capacity of physical activity promoters across Ontario to deliver quality physical activity initiatives and effectively promote physical activity in a population health context.
By building the capacity of physical activity promoters, it is expected that PARC will contribute to improving the health and well being of Ontarians.
PARC supports Physical Activity Promoters implementing physical activity programs and initiatives across Ontario. Our services are intended to support capacity building, sharing, and learning opportunities. PARC provides training and consultation, opportunities for networking and referrals, and resource and information dissemination services. In addition, PARC also manages: -
the provincial distribution of Walk This Way, a self-help walking kit for adults beginning or wanting to begin a walking program -
Active Schools, a fun, free program designed to motivate and recognize school communities for getting up, moving and making the commitment to leading active, healthy lives.
PARC Physical Activity Symposium
The PARC Physical Activity Symposium, offered annually since 2003, is a two-day professional development and networking opportunity for Physical Activity Promoters. It features keynote speakers, workshops, exhibitors, networking opportunities, and a variety of fun and active sessions. Physical Activity Promoters from across Ontario will be meeting on March 4 - 5, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Toronto Don Valley in Toronto Ontario for the PARC PA Symposium 2008. PARC is pleased to invite Physical Activity Promoters from Public Health, Community Health Centres and Recreation to attend the conference. PARC Team The PARC Team is comprised of individuals with expertise in physical activity. Each member of the team is available to provide information and support to users. The PARC team is:
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