Research summary
Nearly eight million people in Canada live with a disability. These individuals face significantly fewer opportunities to enjoy the physical, mental and social benefits that physical activity offers. To address this gap, research and practice must focus not only on increasing participation, but on enhancing the quality of physical activity experiences for people with disabilities.
Working in collaboration with persons with disabilities and community organizations, Dr. Amy Latimer, Canada Research Chair in Quality Physical Activity Promotion and Disability, is transforming physical activity participation among Canadians with disabilities. She and her research team are developing, testing, implementing and distributing evidence-based strategies and programs that will promote quality sport and exercise participation for children, youth and adults with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, and blindness or partial sightedness. Ultimately, their research aims to establish Canada as a world leader in creating and promoting quality sport and exercise for people with disabilities.