Whether you are revising your master plan, presenting to your Municipal Council or interested in sharing a success story, this document provides great ideas and options for how the Framework...Read More

The Framework Alignment Tool was created to allow local governments and organizations to assess their current situation with respect to implementing the goals and priorities of the Framework for Recreation...Read More

Looking to explain the Framework but don’t have time to read the full document? Download and print this one-page document (p. 17) which outlines the Vision, Values, Principles and Goals...Read More

This rapid review was commissioned by the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA) to support the renewal of the National Framework for Recreation in Canada, originally finalized in 2015. The...Read More

Phase 1 of the 2027 Framework for Recreation and Parks in Canada Development took place from September 2024 to December 2025. During this period, more than 2,500 people from across...Read More

The Framework for Recreation in Canada was a joint initiative of the Interprovincial Sport and Recreation Council and the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association. Recreation provides multiple pathways to wellbeing...Read More

This report presents findings from Phase 1 of the Framework renewal, led by the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA), under the guidance of the Framework Leadership Team (FLT) and...Read More

The recreation and parks sector plays an important role in fostering the health, wellbeing, and resilience of Canadians and the communities in which they live. Volunteers and practitioners within this...Read More

CPRA has submitted 3 recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance in advance of Budget 2025.

Are you passionate about a career in the recreation and parks sector? Our comprehensive guide showcases a variety of post-secondary programs designed to help you get started. Whether you're interested...Read More