The United Nations and the World Health Organization actually declare physical education a fundamental right for every child. So absolutely, there needs to be leadership, as well as a declaration in Canada to declare every child in this country should have access to a quality physical education program. That entails adequate time, adequate resources, and a qualified teacher, as well as supports in and around the physical education program before, during, and after school to influence more physical activity so it becomes a natural part of their day. When they have the confidence and they have the skills, they will be more apt to engage beyond.
Every child goes to school, so we don't have to look at barriers such as cost and access because they can access this through the school period. Hopefully, their continuance will go beyond the school day. That is absolutely a key solution, and the federal government needs to stands behind that declaration.