The Spirit of Healthy Kids program, in collaboration with the Prince George Cougars and Northern Health, has revealed the winners of the 2026 School Challenge. This initiative motivated students across Northern British Columbia to promote wellness through physical activity and nutrition. 脡cole La Grande-Ourse in Smithers won the grand prize of $5,000 by achieving 100% participation in their "Eat the Rainbow" challenge, inspiring creative engagement among students. Other notable winners included Learning and Living School and Westwood Elementary School, each showcasing exceptional commitment to promoting healthy habits.

By the Numbers
  • 脡cole La Grande-Ourse achieved a 100% participation rate with 23 students.
  • Learning and Living School recorded a 90% participation rate with a total of 32 students involved.
  • Westwood Elementary had 195 out of 214 students participate, nearly doubling its previous year's involvement.
  • Morphee Elementary also saw all 259 students engaged in health initiatives.
State of Play
  • The Spirit of Healthy Kids initiative continues to gain traction, engaging schools across diverse communities.
  • Participating schools showcased unique challenges and programs encouraging a focus on health and wellness.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Spirit of Healthy Kids program aims to expand participation and introduce new challenges that further engage students in healthy habits. Future initiatives will potentially incorporate more community involvement and innovative programs.

Bottom Line

The Spirit of Healthy Kids program exemplifies a successful community effort to foster lifelong health and wellness among students. By recognizing schools鈥� dedication to promoting healthy lifestyles, the initiative is creating a brighter and healthier future for the youth in Northern British Columbia.