ARPA | Alberta Recreation & Parks Association is a leading organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the recreational and park experiences in Alberta, Canada. With a strong focus on advocacy and partnerships, ARPA works tirelessly to ensure that individuals and communities have access to quality recreational programs and facilities. ARPA offers a wide range of products and services to support their mission.

They provide membership benefits, including access to awards and scholarships, volunteer opportunities, and valuable resources. Their programs encompass various initiatives such as the Alberta Recreation Survey, which collects information on participation patterns, and ChooseWell, an energizing healthy eating and active living initiative. In line with their commitment to Indigenous communities, ARPA actively collaborates and moves forward in partnership, promoting reconciliation and collaboration.

They also offer HIGH FIVE®, which provides training and assessment tools to ensure organizations deliver high-quality programs. ARPA recognizes the month of June as June is Recreation and Parks Month and celebrates it to draw attention to the numerous benefits of recreation and parks. Furthermore, ARPA contributes to creating community pride through its involvement in Communities in Bloom, a program that enhances the quality of life and environment.

To measure performance and drive improvements, ARPA offers Yardstick, a benchmarking tool for parks, open spaces, and recreation facilities. Overall, ARPA is committed to promoting inclusivity, quality, and positive youth development in recreational opportunities throughout Alberta