in motion Moments - January 2011

Don't Hibernate this winter - Stay "in motion" by exploring what Winnipeg has to offer!

Ski, Skate, or Slide at one of the many City of Winnipeg facilities.

Looking to rent or buy Cross Country Skis or Snowshoes?

Looking for more information on how and where to Cross Country Ski?
Check out Harbourview Recreation Centre or the Windor Park Nordic Centre for trails, lessons and rentals.

Visit The Forks and the Assiniboine Credit Union River Trail.

Visit Fort Whyte Alive and The Living Prairie Museum.

Take in the Festival du Voyageur.

For other ideas, tips and resources to be active, outdoors this winter - <CLICK HERE>.

FREE public skating at all City of Winnipeg skating rinks!

Snow Trek - 2nd Annual Winter in motion

FREE admission, cross-country ski instruction, and use of cross-country ski and snowshoe equipment!
FUN for the whole family!

For more information and a detailed schedule, be sure to check out the Snow Trek website or call Winnipeg in motion at 940-3648.

Donations Wanted!

The West Broadway Snoball is looking for youth size ice skates and winter clothing, including coats, snow pants, boots, hats, mitts and gloves.

Contact snoball2011@gmail.com for more information on where you can drop off your donations.

in motion Nutrition

Dietitians of Canada Launches New Website

Are you looking for healthy eating tips and ideas and want credible nutrition information – check out the new Dietitians of Canada website.

The website offers Canadians a variety of assessment tools including an Eating and Activity Tracker, Virtual Grocery Tour and Recipe Analyzer. Information on meal planning, shopping smart and cooking healthy is also available, as well as nutrition topics from A – Z.

Visit the Dietitians’ Views section to find information on issues such as:
• Caffeine and Health
• Food Security
• Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation
• Nutrition Labelling
• Trans fat

Join the LIVE RIGHT NOW health challenge!

CBC wants you to join the MOVEment!

Starting January 3rd, you can help change the health of our country with Live Right Now.

It's your chance to make the small changes that can make a big difference in your life.

Register at Live Right Now and join our CBC Manitoba group. You'll get a free two week YMCA membership and a chance to win fabulous daily prizes.

Visit CBC Manitoba and click on Live Right Now for more details.

Winnipeg in motion in Print

Check out Winnipeg in motion in the WRHA Wave magazine (pg. 38) and the City of Winnipeg Leisure Guide (pg. 8).

Manitoba in motion Grants

Did you know Manitoba in motion offers grants?
Please visit Manitoba in motion to find out if your community partnership is eligible.