We must work towards municipalities where water is the most visible and attractive beverage.
Nearly 50% of Quebec adults find that sugar-sweetened beverages are easier to find than water fountains when they want to quench their thirst.
Overconsumption of sugar-sweetened beverages is associated with dental health problems and several chronic diseases. However, our food environment tends to encourage their consumption. Public authorities have the power to avoid adding even more opportunities to consume sugary drinks, on top of their commercial availability.
In addition to contributing to health and quality of life, promoting non-bottled water to the detriment of sugary drinks is consistent with the blue shift undertaken by several municipalities.
By reducing the use of single-use containers, we facilitate municipal management of selective collections. Too often, these containers end up in our environment, waterways and landfills.
In addition, these initiatives are part of a sustainable development approach and help to promote the resilience of citizens in the face of climate change.
Dozens of municipalities have already taken action to encourage healthy hydration.
Discover our guide to promoting healthy hydratation in municipal sports and leisure facilities.
Discover our resolution models designed to help municipal councils take action:
Use tools to help find drinking water locations, created for the J'ai soif de santé dans ma municipalité campaign.
Become a municipality that is thirsty for health!
96% of the Quebecersconsider it important to have access to water fountains in public places.
Encourage urban agriculture.
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For a healthy and sustainable diet.
Encourage families to participate in physical activities.
Initiatives to promote municipal water consumption.
Zoning to limit the establishment of fast food restaurants.
Promote active travel on a daily basis.
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