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  • Physical activity improves well-being for car commuters.A study led by the Canadian Index of Wellbeing’s Margo Hilbrecht, found that for commuters with long drives or congested travel, making time for physical activity helps reduce feelings of time pressure and improves life satisfaction overall.  Read more about her research

Therapeutic Recreation Ontario award winners.

  • Graduate students Carrie Briscoe and Kim Lopez were awarded the new TRO Advanced Practitioner in TR Award, honouring those who elevate the practice of therapeutic recreation through innovation. Lisa Coleman, an undergraduate student in the Honours Therapeutic Recreation program, received the Adrienne Gilbert Student Award of Excellence for her outstanding contributions within and outside of her academic program.