Benefits of Active Transportation & Supporting Research
Health
- Increases physical activity levels
- Increases children’s independence and decision making
- Less air pollution leads to less respiratory stress for things like asthma
Academic
- Greater success in school
- Students arrive alert and ready to learn
- Complements curriculum
Safety
- Improves safety for children
- Increases traffic awareness and skills
- Less traffic around the school during pick-up and drop-off times
Environmental
- Reduces pollution
- Improves air quality
- Saves money on gas
Community
- New or stronger relationships
- Greater sense of community
- Children get to know more about their neighbourhood