Healthy Active Living For Aging Canadian Adults

Definition & Meaning of Active Living

Active Aging Canada members subscribe to the World Health Organization's (WHO) definition of active living as:

A way of life in which physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual activities are valued and are integrated into daily living.

Active Aging Canada sees its role within the scope of this broad and inclusive definition. Active Aging Canada's primary focus is on the promotion of physical activity, while recognizing the critical linkages of physical health with social, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Learn about the benefits of active living as you age, and find examples of exercises and activities that are perfect for maintaining and improving health.