In 2010, the Municipality of Argyle was given the opportunity to introduce the Municipal Physical Activity Leadership Program (MPAL) into their organization. The program highlights the fact that there are benefits in health, social, economic and environmental associated with increasing physical activity levels in communities.
MPAL recognizes that half of our population is sedentary and that our youth are becoming less active.
The Municipal Physical Activity Leader plays a vital role in promoting daily movement throughout the community by creating and enhancing environments that support active living. This includes the development of accessible trails, walkways, bike paths, and other infrastructure that encourages residents to incorporate small bouts of physical activity into their day. By focusing on the built environment rather than programming, the Physical Activity Leader works to integrate movement opportunities into everyday settings such as communities, schools, and workplaces, making it easier and more appealing for people of all ages to stay active throughout their day.
This job entails the preparation and implementation of a strategic physical activity plan.
pdf Physical Activity Strategic Plan (791 KB)