1/5 #COVID19 key concerns in 🇨🇦: our built environment has a significant impact on our health - when designed well these spaces can help to improve our physical and mental health.
2/5 When the physical spaces where we live, work, study and play are designed with public health in mind, they can benefit our mental health; access to exercise, nutrition and healthcare; and exposure to infectious diseases. #BuildUp
3/5 #GOC’s recently announced Canada Healthy Communities Initiative aims to help governments and community partners advance the goal of healthier living environments during the #COVID19 pandemic.
infrastructure.gc.ca/chci-iccs/inde…
4/5 The initiative will support local projects to adapt public spaces, better enabling people to follow #publichealth measures, while providing opportunities to improve our mental wellness and be more physically active. #TogetherApart
5/5 Over the summer, municipalities adapted public spaces to encourage outdoor social and physical activities. I expect we will see more innovations this #fall to help us live healthier, while maintaining public health practices #TogetherApart
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