Two one-month long School Streets implementations are planned for 2025 and 2026 in Markham, Ontario as part of the National Active School Streets Initiative (NASSI / School Streets). Running from 2024 to 2027, NASSI addresses a lack of physical activity in children by improving road safety conditions surrounding schools and increasing rates of active school travel and independent play. 

This is Canada’s largest ever School Streets movement: Green Communities Canada is leading a cross-country collaboration between three not-for-profit organizations, four research institutions, and more than 16 community partners spanning six provinces. The program includes matched funding and community in-kind contributions, totaling a $6 million investment in children’s physical activity.

Learn more on our School Streets webpage.