About 'Step it up T.O.'

Step it up T.O. is a registered non-profit organizatoin developed by youth staff who are interested in making a difference in our community regarding inactivity amoung young men and women. Being a by youth initative operating in the city of Toronto; we demonstrate alternative measures for youth which are inexpensive in order to maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Step it up T.O. is designed to increase awearness and provide independence with physical activity to assist youth from all communities maintain a healthier and active lifestyle while having fun.

In the G.T.A (Greater Toronto Area) we connect with all local communities in order to bridge the gap between fact and fiction when it relates to youth and youth health behaviours. In activity is on a steady decline as reported by the goverment of Canada for youth between the ages of 11-18 and we aim to make a positive change to the staggering numbers.

Step it up T.O. focuses on removing the barriers that have disadvantaged youth from participating in physical activity by being proactive advocates of healthy living. We create recreational programs and projects throughout the year as a gateway to promote physical, mental and socail benifits of participating in physical activity.

Our Mission is not only to address the health and fitness of today's youth; but to consistenatly improve our ability to connect with youth and spread the word regarding physical activity and it's benifits.

Step it up T.O. will continue on it's mission helping youth reach their full health and well being potential as they 'Strengthen the body; Empower the soul!'

Board Members

Odell Betty (Program Director)
Laura Longo (Program Coordinator)
Marlon Greene (Marketing Coordinator)
Althea Betty (Media Relations )