Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute

The Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute (CFLRI) is dedicated to monitoring physical activity and sport participation among Canadians and promoting the importance of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. As the sole organization in Canada focused on surveillance and monitoring in this area, the CFLRI provides credible data and collaborates with policy-makers, practitioners, and researchers to exchange knowledge and inform evidence-based policy and practice across the country. With over four decades of experience, the CFLRI has played a significant role in collecting and analyzing data on Canadians' activity levels, as well as how the spaces they inhabit support physical activity, sport, and recreation.

The CFLRI aims to be even more impactful by forging stronger partnerships and assisting with research needs. Check out our spotlight section for in-depth details on the physical activity experiences of different population groups in Canada. Despite the known health benefits, most Canadians are not active enough, and the CFLRI is dedicated to researching why and finding solutions to increase participation rates.

Explore our research bulletins and papers covering various topics related to physical activity and sport participation in Canada. Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the sector by subscribing to CFLRI News