Recreation programs

Please note: beginning in Fall 2024, in order to log in to your account and register for a course, you will be required to agree to the new Recreation Services Participant Waiver.

We are hiring Summer 2025 Recreation Technicians for wading pools, facilities and preschool, children’s, and youth programs.

The Winter 2025 Leisure Guide Swimming and Skating brochures are available online. Register now!

Find our current recreation program brochures below. We offer a variety of drop-in and registered programs for all ages, skill levels, and interests.

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Leisure Guide - Fall 2024/Winter 2025

View our Leisure Guide brochure and learn more about our recreation and leisure programs.

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Free programs - Fall 2024/Winter & Spring 2025

Drop in and join the fun!  View our Priceless Fun brochure and learn more about our free recreation and leisure programs for all ages.

No pre-registration required.

Please note:
Free swim at Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex on Saturdays runs from 2:30 - 6 p.m., not 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Youth Action Centre at Island Lakes Community School has been cancelled.
NEW Youth Action Centre site at Shamrock School, 831 Beaverhill Blvd.
Mon/Fri 7-10 p.m. Nov. 8 – June 13. Closed Winter & Spring Break.

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Swimming lessons - Winter 2025

View the Leisure Guide Swimming brochure and learn more about our swimming programs.

Skate instructor speaking with ice skater on the ice at learn to skate lesson

Skating lessons - Winter 2025

View our Leisure Guide Skating brochure and learn more about our skating programs

Recreation Fee Assistance Program

Subsidies are available for recreation facility passes, drop-in active living passes and Leisure Guide activities. Learn about the program and how to apply.

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