June is Recreation & Parks Month

Is there someone who inspires recreation and parks in your community? This year, as part of June is Recreation and Parks Month, PRO would like to showcase the individuals in Ontario communities who are leading community initiatives that increase access to recreation, supporting parks and recreation programs or have inspired you to be active and outdoor. Learn more and let us know about your JRPM Champion here: https://forms.gle/SxnVeiiMsQLowMbs7

The City of Mississauga Recreation has a full month planned of fun and easy activities to celebrate June is Parks and Recreation Month. Stay active, be creative, have fun and check out their activities here: https://bit.ly/3cAZPEQ #JRPM2020

Celebrate June is Recreation & Parks Month with the County of Brant! Check out their calendar and follow them to join in their #JRPM2020 activities. They will share lots of videos, plus there are contests planned and much more. https://bit.ly/3gIdUTT

Happy June is Recreation & Parks Month! Town of Oakville has a lot in store for this month to celebrate - check out their full calendar below! Do you have a calendar you'd like to share? Click here: https://bit.ly/3c9px2H to download a template, fill it out and send it to [email protected]! #JRPM2020

Only one more weekend until #JRPM2020! Have you downloaded your JRPM Activity Bingo card yet? Celebrate with us by completing all the activities throughout the month of June. Download the card and activity guide here: https://bit.ly/2X9L1sd

Today is the last day of #JRPM2019, but the summer is just getting started! Whether through active living, inclusion and access, connecting people and nature, supportive environments, or recreation capacity, we hope June has inspired you! See you next year!

Want to see your picture on the PRO social media? Tag us in your photos and you just might see it happen! #JRPM2019

Spotlight on: Windsor! Go roller skating, swimming, or bike the Ganatchio Trail this long weekend! Try something new this #JRPM2019 and learn more about Windsor's activities here: https://bit.ly/2W7XGIp

What a fantastic way for John Tory to start the summer outdoor pool season and celebrate the last week of #JRPM2019 #aquatics

It's the last weekend of #JRPM2019! Make the most of the beautiful weather on this long weekend and be sure to let us know how you're participating.

Recreation provides many young people with opportunities for employment, leadership, and career development. In 2014, 8.4% of Canadian youth ages 15-24 were employed in the Arts, Culture, and Recreation sector! Recreation teaches the life skills young people need. #JRPM2019

When children are allowed to play the way they want to in stimulating environments, they move more, sit less and play longer. Outdoor play is essential for healthy children! https://bit.ly/2RcZEGl #JRPM2019

How do you get kids to walk or wheel to school? Put up wayfinding signs to encourage active transportation! We love this initiative from London, ON. Read more here: https://www.cbc.ca//london-ontario-active-transportation-1 #activetransportation #JRPM2019