We are happy to partner with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute to bring you recreation programs with Heart-Wise Exercise 
designation!
The Heart Wise Exercise programs are intended for participants who are interested or concerned about their health.
Heart Wise Exercise programs meet the following criteria:
- Encourages regular, daily aerobic exercise.
- Encourages and incorporates warm up, cool down and self-monitoring with all exercise sessions.
- Allows participants to exercise at a safe level and offers options to modify intensity.
- Includes participants with chronic health conditions – physician approval may be required.
- Offers health screening for all participants.
- Has a documented emergency plan that is known to all exercise leaders, including the requirement of current CPR certification, phone access to local paramedic services and presence of an AED.
These criteria could cover a variety of different levels and type of programs. Please read the program description provided to find the Heart Wise Exercise program most suitable for you. If you are unsure, please contact the program operator.