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Our Mission:
ARPA builds healthy citizens, their communities and their environments throughout Alberta.
Our Values and Guiding Beliefs:
ARPA believes that recreation and parks provide benefits that are essential to the health and well-being of individuals, communities, the economy and environment in Alberta; further, that the lifetime benefits of recreation and parks are:
- that recreation and parks provide benefits that are essential to quality of life and the health and well-being of individuals, communities, the economy and environments in Alberta;
- further, that the lifetime benefits of recreation and parks are: enhanced population health, individual wellness, healthy lifestyles and lifelong learning; building communities, social capital and foundations; community beautification and the conservation and preservation of parks and natural environments; and, enhanced economic conditions in the province and within communities.
- that “recreation” is inclusive of play, physical activity, sport, arts and culture, and outdoor pursuits;
- that “parks” are inclusive of designated community parks, public open spaces, sports fields, community/botanic gardens, recreation corridors, natural areas and environmental reserves;
- that “recreation” as a key vehicle for achieving healthy lifestyles, can be accessed by a variety of disciplines;
- that using a “community development” approach yields benefits both through the process and the programs and services that are delivered;
- that working in partnership with others who contribute to wellness and quality of life in Alberta is essential; and,
- that volunteerism is fundamental in the delivery of recreation and parks programs and services in Alberta.
Our Operating Principles:
ARPA's operating principles are derived from its mission, values and guiding beliefs and include the following:
- operate for charitable wellness, educational and societal purposes through, and for, the promotion of recreation and parks services;
- meeting the identified needs of ARPA's membership and allied stakeholders is vital;
- provide objective, professional leadership to the provincial recreation and parks industry;
- reinforce the vital importance of local community delivery systems for recreation and parks services;
- maximize human and financial resources directed at creating recreation and parks opportunities;
- pursue open and interactive communications and information networking with its membership and allied stakeholders;
- establish positive, mutually respected relations with the provincial government (elected officials, departments and agencies) other provincial organizations, institutions, enterprises and municipalities;
- be forward thinking, flexible (adaptable) and undertake strategic planning and management;
- be an energetic, enlightened, innovative and entrepreneurial Association;
- embrace and utilize technology;
- operate with fiscal responsibility; pursue financial sustainability; and
- develop realistic expectations and undertake regular performance measurement.
Such operating principles will guide the actions of the ARPA Board of Directors and ARPA staff particularly with respect to the internal management and operations of the ARPA.
Our Key Result Areas:
- Sector Leadership, Positioning and Advocacy
- Community Building and Enhancing Public Awareness
- Advancing the Quality of Life Sector and Strategic Alliances
- Member Services, Professional Development and Communications
- Association Excellence and Sustainability
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