Watch the event recordings for Session 1: Weighing the Options: Artificial vs. Natural Surfacing in Children’s Outdoor Learning and Play Settings
and Session 2: Inspiring Stories of Action: Creating Healthy and Natural Outdoor Learning and Play Settings
CPCHE partners with For Our Kids to present a virtual information session with leading heat expert, Dr. Glen Kenny on August 25, 2026. Learn more: https://www.forourkids.ca/backtoschoolhotschools
The undersigned organizations and individuals jointly submit these comments in response to the call for public comments on the draft National Strategy Respecting Environmental Racism and Environmental Justice 2026-2031 posted on June 26, 2026.
CPCHE submission to public consultation on timely decision-making for major projects.
Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense, putting children’s health at risk. These short videos outline simple measures child care professionals can take to keep indoor and outdoor spaces cool when temperatures rise.
Les vagues de chaleur extrême sont de plus en plus fréquentes et intenses, ce qui met en danger la santé des enfants.
Aujourd’hui, dans le cadre de l’initiative HELD, le CPCHE et plus de 50 organisations signataires lancent un appel au leadership et à l’action afin de garantir que tous les enfants du Canada aient accès à des environnements d’apprentissage et de jeu en plein air sains, durables et résilients face aux
Today on HELD, CPCHE and 50+ signatory organizations are calling for leadership and action to ensure that all children in Canada have access to healthy, sustainable and climate-resilient outdoor learning and play environments.
Read the Call for Action.
There is robust research showing that children are healthier, more active, learn better, have improved social interactions and better mental health when they have ample time in natural outdoor settings. Outdoor learning and play improve children’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional health.
