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Oh Canada: Fitness as the uniting force
As Canadians gather around barbecues and bonfires this Canada Day, we find ourselves at a unique crossroads—one where...
Music Licensing in Canadian Gyms: The Battle
When the bass drops in a HIIT class or classic rock fills your weight room, members feel the energy—in fact, music is...
Reframing Men’s Health
Despite the image of the muscular, driven man dominating gym marketing, the real state of men’s health in Canada tells...
Moving the Needle On Exercise
As we reach the midpoint of 2025, one thing is clear: exercise remains one of the most powerful, underused tools...
Exercise Proven to Boost Colon Cancer Survival in Landmark Canadian Trial
A major clinical trial funded by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has revealed that structured physical activity can...
A New Chapter for Canada’s Fitness Industry: Zach Weston Appointed Executive Director of FIC
The Fitness Industry Council of Canada (FIC) has announced the appointment of Zach Weston as its new Executive...
PHIT Victory in the U.S. Reignites Canadian Fitness Industry’s Call for Gym Memberships as a Medical Expense
The Health and Fitness Association scored a major policy victory this month: physical activity expenses, including gym...
FIC Inspires Gyms to open doors for National Health and Fitness Day
Attention FITNESS INDUSTRY LEADERS: Download the press release below to share with your members and local...
National Health and Fitness Day: Open your door!
et’s do this. What could be called the Superbowl of the Fitness Industry is now here: this Saturday, June 7,...
Open the Doors, Open the Possibilities: Why June 7 is a Powerful Moment for Gyms Across Canada
On June 7, gyms, studios, community centres, and wellness spaces across the country have the opportunity to take...
Strong Body, Stronger Mind
Every workout offers more than just physical gains—it has the power to transform the mind. Whether a member is chasing...
Gabriel Hardy, Executive Director of Fitness Industry Canada, Wins His Seat in Montmorency–Charlevoix in Stunning Election Night Reversal
History is only written once, tonight we are rewriting it.”Gabriel Hardy The Canadian Fitness Industry now has an...