Shared strategy for advancing recreation in Nova Scotia / : Recreation in Nova Scotia

Shared Strategy for Advancing Recreation in Nova Scotia 1 In keeping with this national movement, Recreation Nova Scotia and the Active Living Branch of the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness partnered to develop a bold strategy for the advancement of recreation across Nova Scotia. [...] Shared Strategy for Advancing Recreation in Nova Scotia 3 Section 2 Key Elements of the Framework for Recreation in Canada A New Definition of Recreation In 1974, delegates at the First National Conference of Provincial Recreation Ministers endorsed the following statement: “Recreation is a fundamental human need for citizens of all ages and interests and for both sexes and is essential to the psy [...] Areas of Focus • build common understanding of the role of recreation in promoting the physical literacy needed to be active for life • promote the education and development of professionals and volunteers within the recreation and other sectors to increase recreation competency and physical literacy with an emphasis on - pre-schoolers, - children in elementary school, and - older adults • educate [...] Areas of Focus • promote and facilitate the participation of adults 45–65 years of age and older in any form of recreation that may prepare them to be more physically active as they age • support those involved in the provision of services to older adults to promote, provide and lead active and passive forms of recreation • provide easily-accessible, user-friendly resources that enable individuals [...] Areas of Focus • collaboratively develop and implement recreation policies and opportunities which are explicitly inclusive, respectful and relevant for diverse population groups • strengthen inclusion competencies and practices within the recreation sector, including increasing the diversity of recreation professionals and volunteers • develop and implement strategies and policies that support fu