 It is well established that individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD demonstrate significant improvements following a formal rehabilitation program. The problem lies in the fact that these functional improvements diminish over a 12 month period. This decline in function is associated with decreased participation, a decline in health status, and an increased need to access the healthcare system. The objective of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of a post-rehabilitation community-based exercise program for individuals with COPD and compare the outcomes with those achieved through standard care. 