Play-Friendly Communities in Nova Scotia, Canada: A Content Analysis of Physical Activity and Active Transportation Strategies.

Hilary A T CaldwellJoshua YusufMike ArthurCamille L Hancock FriesenSara F L Kirk

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

All PA and AT strategies included some content reflective of a Play-Friendly City; however, there was great variability in the number of included indicators. This summary provides key information on opportunities, such as increasing meaningful involvement of children in decision making, that can inform future municipal actions and policies to improve a community's playability.

Keyphrases

physical activity
decision making
public health
wastewater treatment
young adults
mental health
low cost
body mass index
current status
health information
risk assessment