Mayor Bevilacqua Pledges Vaughan Residents Will Collectively Lose 100,000 Pounds

 

“As the City of Vaughan’s Active Together Community Champion, I am setting a personal weight loss goal of ten pounds for the month of June,” said Vaughan Mayor Bevilacqua. “It’s important to set a healthy example. As a City we advocate for healthy and active living by offering our residents a wide variety of activities and programs. I am encouraging all Vaughan residents to participate and get more active. I know it will go a long way towards helping the entire City hit the weight loss goal that’s been pledged.”

 

To help reach the 100,000 pound mark, Vaughan will be taking part in June is Recreation and Parks Month. Complimentary activities at the City's community centres and parks include a variety of indoor and outdoor sports, fitness, creative and performing arts and swimming programs for all ages and abilities.

Residents interested in a healthier lifestyle and responsible weight loss are encouraged to register online at www.LiveRightNow.ca. The website provides tools and resources for healthy living, including expert blog posts from health professionals, healthy recipes, and physical activity challenges.

 

“This initiative addresses a number of key objectives in our Active Together Physical Activity Strategy which is part of the City’s Active Together Master Plan,” said City Manager Clayton Harris. “It builds on our goal to enhance and ensure community health and wellness and to improve the quality of life of our residents.”