Park Prescriptions

What?

Canada's first national nature prescription program, led by healthcare professionals who want to improve their patients' health—one outdoor experience at a time.

Why?

People trust their doctors, and a written prescription is more likely to create lasting change than verbal advice alone.

Getting a ‘prescription’ for nature from a medical professional made me think more seriously about it, and I made a point to [get outside] whenever possible.

PaRx Patient Jillian from Brandon, Manitoba

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How?

When a healthcare provider registers, they receive a custom prescription file, a unique provider code, and resources to help patients integrate nature into their daily lives. Patients get exclusive perks to make getting outside even easier!

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Less Medication, More Fresh Air

Just 3–4 times a week outdoors can slash your chances of needing blood pressure meds by 36% and mental health meds by 33%.

The Ultimate Health Boost

Spending time in green spaces can lower your risk of chronic diseases including asthma, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.

Doctor-Approved, Nationally Backed

The Canadian Medical Association officially recommends nature prescriptions. Over 100 major health organizations stand behind PaRx.

Leading the Global Movement

One of two national programs worldwide, PaRx shares its success on multinational stages and helps shape global research.

A Million Reasons to Get Outside

In just four years, healthcare professionals have handed out over 1,000,000 PaRx prescriptions across Canada. That’s a lot of fresh air!

Your Sign to Get Outside

75% of Canadians say they’d spend more time in nature if their doctor recommended it.

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