Georges Vanier Catholic School and Stephen Leacock Public School have recently joined School Active Transportation Planning. The program aims to increase the number of students walking and wheeling to/from school on a regular basis. Whether a child walks to school or to a school bus stop, the fresh air, exercise, and time with friends all support children’s physical and mental well-being and their growing independence. In addition, air pollution and traffic around the schools during bell times decreases, benefitting the entire community!

If you would like….

your child to walk or wheel more often, check out this Parent Tip Sheet.

to help your school increase rates of active and sustainable transportation, check out this Resource Sheet for Schools.

to sign-up for an Ottawa School Active Transportation newsletter.

to find out more, contact info@envirocentre.ca.

School Active Transportation Planning is funded by Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) and the City of Ottawa, and is delivered by EnviroCentre in partnership with Ottawa Public Health.