RHEAL Program FAQs

Activities that are ‘excluded’ under our insurance policy. Insurance companies typically consider activities, such as martial arts, alpine snow sports, gymnastics, climbing, mountain biking, and contact sports, higher risk.

Special events, short-term programs, or “out-of-community” activities. The RHEAL Program removes barriers and fosters an active lifestyle. This takes regular, accessible and inclusive programming over a longer timeframe.

Whitehorse-based programs unless the target is an underserved population or is hosted by a First Nation or Friendship Centre.

Activities that are the responsibility of a school (e.g., PE classes) or a sport governing body (e.g., athlete development).

The RHEAL Program provides support where it’s needed the most. This is often when it’s cold, dark and snowy.

People are most supported to be active when they can do so on their own time, with friends and family, and when there is little or no cost. Outdoor recreation can be done at any time of the day, with anyone, and usually for much less cost than facility-based recreation.

Recreational sport programs that meet the RHEAL Guidelines and take place outside Whitehorse may be eligible.

Programs must be inclusive and focus on fundamental skills and lifelong participation in physical activity as compared to competition.

School-based sport and activities that fall under the responsibility of a sport governing body are not eligible.