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Vanessa Coulbeck

Director of Research Project Management

Vanessa Coulbeck, M.A. is the Director of Research Project Management for RE.sport, and currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Toronto. She is actively engaged in a range of research and community-based initiatives focused on supporting girls through sport and physical activity, with a particular emphasis on body image education and self-compassion.

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Active Bodies, Thriving Minds: Bridging the Physical Activity–Mental Health Gap in Schools
[ Feature Article ] How can we better connect the dots between movement and mindset in our schools? This article draws on research conducted in Ontario school boards and schools; however, the challenges and opportunities identified are relevant across Canada. While specific policies and programs may differ between provinces and territories, schools nationwide are grappling with many of the same questions around student mental health, physical activity, and how best to support young people to thrive amongst competing demands.