Expert Statement on Physical Activity and Brain Health in Children and Youth

A team of experts in pediatric neuroscience and exercise science created this Expert Statement, looking at the relationship between physical activity and brain health in children and youth. Physical activity plays an important role in helping children and youth learn better, solve problems more creatively, and develop healthier brains. Children and youth who are least active or who have brain-based disabilities may have the most to gain.

Childbirth Preparation and Support Tool

This tool was created for health care providers to use with their patients who might require extra support during pregnancy and childbirth. This tool aims to help providers learn more about individuals with complicated emotional and behavioural presentations that are often misdiagnosed and misunderstood.

Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines

Provides resources to help promote Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines. The guidelines set safe alcohol drink limits per week for men and women, as well as tips to promote a culture of moderation and reduce the long-term health risks of drinking alcohol.

Becoming a Guardian

Information about obtaining guardianship; links to the forms that need to be filled out

Alcohol – Canadian Drug Summary

Summarizes data on the use and risky use of alcohol, including information on drinking patterns, effects on youth and older adults, legal status, costs and impact on health care. The data is presented in the context of Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines in order to inform decision makers on reducing alcohol related harms.