Dr. Chantelle Zimmer
Positions
Senior Manager
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Faculty of Kinesiology
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Medicine
Contact information
Background
Educational Background
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Kinesiology, University of Calgary,
Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, University of Alberta,
Master of Science in Kinesiology and Health Studies, University of Regina,
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology, University of Regina,
Biography
Dr. Chantelle Zimmer is the Senior Manager of the Centre on Aging, where she leads strategic initiatives that advance transdisciplinary scholarship and promote age-inclusive practices and environments. She also oversees the Centre’s operations, fostering collaborative efforts that enhance the health and well-being of older adults through research, education, and community engagement.
Dr. Zimmer holds Adjunct Assistant Professor appointments in both the Faculty of Kinesiology and the Department of Medicine. With over 15 years of experience in research, teaching, and consulting across academic and public sectors, her work spans a broad range of topics in population health and healthy aging.
Her primary research examines the physical, psychological, and social factors that influence health and well-being across the lifespan, with a particular focus on physical activity participation. She is especially interested in how social resources and environments shape opportunities for engagement in health-promoting behaviours.
Research
Areas of Research
Participation in university strategic initiatives
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