05/28/2026
We have joined Stephenville's effort to win $100,000 by participating in Participaction's Community Challenge. We are tracking our movement over the month of June. We encourage you to join Team Stephenville by registering and tracking movement! We need as many orgs and individuals as possible to register! Copy and pasted below is information from the Town on how to participate.
Stephenville is participating in the Participaction Community Challenge, a national initiative where communities across Canada compete for the title of Canada’s Most Active Community and a chance to win $100,000 for local sport and recreation initiatives.
📅 June 1–30, 2026
Who Can Participate?
Everyone can participate, including:
✅ Community organizations
✅ Sports teams & clubs
✅ Schools
✅ Businesses & workplaces
✅ Fitness facilities
✅ Walking/running groups
✅ Families & friend groups
✅ Individual residents
Even informal “active groups” can participate together.
What Counts?
Any activity that gets people moving can count, including:
🏃 Walking & running
⚽ Sports programs
💃 Dance classes
🏋️ Fitness classes
🚴 Cycling
🥾 Hiking
🎾 Recreation programs
🛝 Play activities
🧘 Yoga/stretching
Both traditional and non-traditional physical activity counts.
How Organizations Can Help
Organizations can support Stephenville by:
1️⃣ Registering for the ParticipACTION Community Challenge
2️⃣ Registering their June programs, events, and activities
3️⃣ Tracking participation numbers throughout June
The more organizations and participants involved, the stronger Stephenville’s overall score becomes.
Why Participate?
Participating helps:
💙 Promote healthy lifestyles
🤝 Build community pride and connection
📣 Increase awareness of local programs and services
🏅 Support recreation and wellness opportunities
💰 Give Stephenville a chance at winning $100,000 for recreation and sport initiatives
Important Reminder:
Stephenville’s score is adjusted based on population size, meaning: Small communities like ours can be very competitive.
Every participant counts!
Need Help Getting Registered?
The Town of Stephenville Recreation & Wellness Department is happy to help organizations and groups get involved.
📧 [email protected]
📞 (709) 649-5536
Website to register found here: https://www.participaction.com/programs/community-challenge/
📸 THANK YOU, BAKEAPPLE PHOTOGRAPHY! 📸
A huge thank you to Bakeapple Photography for participating in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge and helping Stephenville move one step closer to a chance at winning $100,000 for sports and recreation initiatives in our community! 🎉
We are incredibly grateful to see local businesses and creatives getting involved to support movement, wellness, and community engagement. Every activity tracked helps showcase the energy, spirit, and strength of our community. 💪
Thank you for helping promote active living and community participation while continuing to capture meaningful moments and connections throughout our region. 🙌
Thank you for helping keep Stephenville active! 🔥