Governor General Mary Simon Becomes CHFI's Patron

The Canadian Health and Fitness Institute (CHFI) was honoured to receive vice-regal patronage from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, then Governor General of Canada, beginning in October 2023.

As Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General, Her Excellency’s patronage reflected an important alignment with CHFI’s commitment to movement, connection, wellbeing, inclusion, and community-based approaches to health.

This patronage came during a period of significant growth for CHFI and Let’s Move Canada / Canada Actif, including national activation connected to National Health and Fitness Day, National Indigenous Physical Activity Awareness Week, and community-based movement initiatives across the country.

As CHFI continues to evolve, this relationship remains an important part of the organization’s story and reflects the broader role that movement, nature, culture, and community can play in supporting healthier, more connected lives.