Metro News - Calgary kids, once the city’s most active, now walk less than people in their 50s

As we prepare for Winter Walk Day, we are reminded of the change in lifestyle over the last decade especially with children walking to school. In 2001, children in Calgary had the highest percentage of weekday walking trips. In just 10 years, kids aged 5-14 now walk less than 25-54 year olds.

As we continue to build active transport in our school through creating patterned hallways, we encourage families to build on this idea by walking around the neighbourhood and allowing children to see what great things are in their community.

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