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Whistling Gardens is now part of Canada’s nature prescription program through a new partnership with PaRx. Learn how this serene space is helping people heal.

Hear from a former Minister of the Korea Forest Service about his unique path from forest therapy researcher to groundbreaking policymaker, and how his cultural heritage shapes his approach to nature and human health.

This first-of-its-kind collaboration integrates artistic expression with time spent in nature, inspiring patients to connect with the land, their communities, and themselves.

Learn more about the inaugural PaRx Day at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area, hosted by the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, where Dr. Jake Zamora connected with his local conservation area to promote nature for health.

Learn all about how healthcare providers in the Kawarthas can now prescribe discounted visits to Kawartha Conservation areas as a part of the PaRx program.

Read all about how Halton community clinicians can now prescribe free visits to Conservation Halton parks for health.

A new peer-reviewed study co-authored by Dr. Melissa Lem examines PaRx and the growing impact of nature prescriptions across Canada, and explores ways to improve access.

The BBC highlights the health benefits of gardening, featuring an interview with PaRx Director Dr. Melissa Lem.

Medscape covers PaRx's collaboration with Vancouver Art Gallery and interviews PaRx prescribers Dr. Carla Fry, Cindy Hayto, and PaRx Director Dr. Melissa Lem.

Dr. Christopher Lemieux's research team published the first-ever examination of public interest in, and barriers and enablers to, nature prescription programs in Canada.

CBC's Amy Bell talks to PaRx Director Dr. Melissa Lem and Vancouver Art Gallery co-interim CEO, Eva Respini, on PaRx's newest collaboration.

The Vancouver Sun features PaRx's new collaboration with Vancouver Art Gallery, aiming to promote long-term health and well-being.