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Powell River residents can log physical activities for a chance at a community prize

ParticipACTION program offers a $150,000 grand prize for most active community
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Everyone is encouraged to become involved in City of Powell River’s initiative of becoming the healthiest and most active community in BC by registering in a brand-new program from ParticipACTION.

Through its parks, recreation and culture department, the city has joined with communities across the country in the inaugural ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge to compete for the designation as Canada’s most active community.

"We’re fortunate to live in a community that has so many outdoor recreational opportunities that we feel this initiative will draw people’s attention to the fact that being active and healthy can happen for free right in your own backyard,” said city manager of recreation Neil Pukesh.

The rules are simple: sit less and move more through physical activity and sport participation. Start moving and tracking minutes of activity beginning Friday, May 31, and keep going until Sunday, June 16.

"You can encourage your friends, family, coworkers and neighbours to participate by downloading the ParticiPACTION app and tracking their physical activity minutes every day between May 31 and June 16,” said community recreation program coordinator Shawna Rahier. “Riding your bike, mowing the lawn, taking a family walk, or playing a game of slow pitch all count, so remember to track all your activities.”

People can sign-up at community.participaction.com.

A $150,000 grand prize for physical and activities initiatives comes with the title of most active community. Five regional winners will also be recognized and receive $20,000 each to support local physical activity initiatives.