HFA Show 2026 Preview: Global Innovation, Leadership Insights and Canadian Strategy in San Diego
The HFA Show 2026 returns to San Diego March 16–18, bringing together thousands of fitness industry operators, suppliers, educators and investors for one of the sector’s most influential global gatherings. As the industry continues evolving beyond traditional gym models into integrated health, recovery, longevity and social wellness, this year’s event promises a strong focus […]
International Women’s Day: Give to Gain
What Gyms Must Build for Women at Every Stage of Life. Women represent one of the most powerful growth opportunities in the Canadian fitness industry. They influence household health decisions, drive community culture inside facilities, and span every life stage from Gen Z to active aging. This Sunday, March 8th, is International Women’s […]
Crunch Fitness Reports 4.27 Million Square Feet in New Leases in 2025
Crunch Fitness recorded 4.27 million square feet in new lease agreements in 2025, according to year-end data from commercial real estate analytics firm CoStar, marking a 48 percent increase over its 2024 leasing activity. The company’s leasing volume has grown 164 percent over the past three years, representing the third consecutive year it has […]
GoodLife Fitness and Canada Basketball Announce Multi-Year National Partnership
GoodLife Fitness and Canada Basketball have announced a new multi-year partnership aimed at supporting athlete performance and expanding community engagement across the country. Under the agreement, GoodLife will provide complimentary memberships to Canada Basketball athletes and key partners, giving them access to training and recovery facilities nationwide. The collaboration will also include joint programming […]
Manulife Commits $1 Million to Halifax Recreation Centre in 10-Year Naming Partnership
Renderings of new signage at the Manulife Recreation Centre (CNW Group/Manulife Financial Corporation) Manulife Canada has committed $1 million over 10 years to support one of Halifax’s largest multi-use recreation facilities, which will now operate as the Manulife Recreation Centre, Home of the 2011 Canada Games. The agreement, announced in partnership with the Halifax […]
The Infrastructure for Active Aging: Five Lessons Canadian Operators Can’t Ignore
Last week, Fitness Industry Council of Canada hosted a webinar featuring FIC President and LIVEWELL Exercise Clinics founder Sara Gilbert. What unfolded was far more than a cardiac conversation. It was a blueprint for Active Aging — and a reminder that safety, structure, and trust are not add-ons. They are infrastructure. Here are five […]