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Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks By using telephone operator-assisted, Toronto FUN Online or in-person and Agreement registration I acknowledge that I have read, that I understand and that I agree with this waiver. Please Read Carefully! I recognize that my participation in the program/ activity for which I register may include a risk to my health or a risk of injury. Residency Requirements I hereby willingly assume such health risk or risk of injury for myself or for the Program registration priority will be given to residents of the City of Toronto. person(s) for whom I am in law responsible, and I assume full responsibility before, during and after my/their participation in the program/activity. In Residents consideration of the acceptance of my application and the permission Residents are people who live in Toronto, or own a residential or business to participate in the program/activity, I, for myself, my heirs, executors, property located in the City of Toronto. When you register for a program administrators, successors and assigns HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, or attend your first class, you may be asked to prove your residency by AND FOREVER DISCHARGE the City of Toronto, all other organizations, presenting, for example, a current utility bill, assessment notice or telephone associations and companies associated with any of the programs offered by bill with your current address. If proof of residency is not provided, the non- resident fee will be applied. the City of Toronto, and all their respective employees, agents, contractors, consultants, representatives, elected and appointed officials, successors and Non-Residents assigns (all of whom are called the “City Indemnitees”) OF AND FROM ALL Non-residents do not reside in, own property in, or own a business in Toronto claims, demands, losses, damages, costs, actions and other proceedings (as defined by ‘M’ series postal codes). whatsoever, whether in law, statute or equity, in respect of death, injury, loss • Non-residents must wait 10 days after the initial registration date(s) to or damage to me or my property, howsoever caused, except to the extent register for programs. caused by or attributable to the negligent or intentional acts of the City • Non-residents must pay a $46 non-resident fee in addition to the program Indemnitees, arising or to arise by reason of my participation in the program fees. or any of its associated activities. • Non-residents must pay a minimum $94 non-resident fee for free programs.

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Explore Toronto area parks and trails with your “City of Toronto Cycling Map”. These maps will help you navigate through the many cycling-accessible parks and trails that make our city special.

Available free of charge at community centres or to download a PDF copy, visit:

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North York District – Spring/Summer 2020 Other Information 93 Multiple Registrations Withdrawals, Refunds and Credits Registrants can register members of their own immediate family only. All registration withdrawals/transfers must be initiated prior to the start of Registration for more than one family is not permitted. Registrants can the program’s third class/day only. No refunds or credits will be considered register for person(s) who they are responsible for under the law. after this date. Withdrawals will be prorated based on the date of withdrawal, not based on attendance in the program. Programs that operate beyond Duplicate Registrations 12 weeks will be considered for withdrawals up to half of course. A $12 Parks, Forestry and Recreation programs are very popular. To give the administration fee will be deducted per person, per program for all refunds, greatest possible access to as many clients as possible, clients who have withdrawals and credits. Refunds will be processed back to the original registered for programs that occur at the same time must choose one method of payment. As a result of new standards for credit card data security, program and staff will withdraw them from the rest, giving others a chance to some refunds may not be processed automatically. In these situations, the participate. primary account holder will receive email instructions to complete the refund process. Older Adults’ Discount Requests may be made: Clients 60 years+, who register for adult programs are eligible to receive a • By phone – Client Services 416-396-7378 50% discount off the full adult rate. Older adult discounts do not apply to • In-person – City Hall, civic centres or community recreation facilities Older Adult programs, contracted, partnership or third-party programs. Or complete the Transfer, Withdraw and Refund Request Form available Age Specifications online at toronto.ca/parks/registration and submit by: Registrants must reach the specified age of the program by the first day of • Email – [email protected] class. • Fax – 416-392-1551* • Mail – Parks, Forestry and Recreation, Client Services, Toronto City Hall, Private Lesson Programs 100 Queen Street West, 1st floor Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Private lessons are intended for all ages. Thus no discount is applied to * Information Security Alert: Sending personal information by fax /email is not private, semi private and small group lessons, contracted, partnerships, or a secure means of transmission. Never record your credit card number on a third-party programs. fax, email or voicemail. There are no refunds for memberships, passports and punch cards. For Camp Extended Hours Program camps that have an added consumable fee, there is no refund of the The camp extended hours program is supervised care before and/or after consumable fee once the program starts. Credits of $10 and under will stay camp, only for participants who are registered in the associated City of on account and will not be processed as a refund due to costs. For your Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation camp program. Participants may convenience and easy access to Parks, Forestry and Recreation programs only register for the extended hours program at the same camp location that and facilities, credits will remain on accounts for three years. they are registered for. Participants must be registered at the camp location before registering for the extended hours program. Account Disputes Account disputes must be registered in writing or requested to be resolved Personal Account Information within the calendar year of registration (in the case of December, winter To review your personal information, access your account at efun.toronto. registrations within three months). You can review your account history ca by logging in with your Family and Client Number. If changes are required through our online registration at efun.toronto.ca. email [email protected]. Full Program Cancellation Program Receipts A program may be cancelled for a variety of reasons, which can include low You can access your receipts or account history at any time for up to two registration or the facility being unavailable. In the event a registered program years. Keep your receipts for your records. is cancelled, efforts will be made to notify participants, however due to time or extenuating circumstances, it may not always be possible. Participants will receive a full refund or credit if the program they are registered in is cancelled Fee Information by Parks, Forestry and Recreation. • Fee calculations are rounded to the nearest dollar and include 13% HST where applicable Severe Weather Cancellation or Modifications • If there is a discrepancy in fees, the City Council approved Parks, Forestry An individual program class may be cancelled or modified due to severe and Recreation User Fee Guide will apply. weather events or power failures. The status of an individual class can be • Fees are subject to change as a result of the Council approved operating checked by referring to the City’s Recreation Service Alerts webpage at budget. toronto.ca/recreationalerts. Prorating Program Fees If an individual class is cancelled due to severe weather or a power failure, Program fees are prorated based on the number of classes remaining. For every effort will be made to make up the class on another date, or a credit will evaluated or instructional programs (e.g. swimming), prorated registrations be issued. will be allowed before the third class start. Contact Client Services Partial Payment When you register for a program that costs more than $100, you have the • By phone – Client Services 416-396-7378, Monday – Friday 8am-5pm option of paying in two installments. Fifty per cent (50%) of the course fee For assistance with: must be paid when you register, and the remainder is due five weeks before • creating, updating or providing family account information the last day of the program. • scheduling or partial payment for eligible programs • request for withdrawal, refund and/or credit to account Transfers • account history/account dispute inquiries A transfer fee of $12 (per person/per course) will be applied to any • searching for recreation programs client initiated request to move from one program to another or from one • making payment/advanced credit on account class to another. Transfers must be requested prior to the third class/day • resetting locked family PIN accounts and will be prorated. Transfers are not permitted for certification programs or • any other program registration inquiries as determined by Parks, Forestry and Recreation Staff.

94 Other Information Registration begins – March 10 Program Policies As a HIGH FIVE® service provider we take quality seriously Parents, caregivers and children are encouraged to give us feedback on Participant Information programs and activities at any time during or after programs. Staff will incorporate feedback in program planning and delivery where possible. When registering for one of our programs, please advise a client service representative of any allergies, medical, behavioral or special needs information that we should be aware of. Code of Conduct The City of Toronto promotes a safe, welcoming, positive, inclusive To ensure your child’s safety, parents/legal guardians are required to complete environment, where everyone is valued and respected. Staff, volunteers, a Participant Information Form per child, prior to attending the following participants and parks and facility users are expected to follow the Code of registered programs: Conduct Policy, by being considerate and respectful of other people and their • After-School Programs rights, and by also demonstrating proper care and regard for City property • Camps and the property of others. • Cooking Programs • Early Years Programs more than one hour in duration • Professional Activity (PA) Day Programs. Welcome Policy The form ensures staff have your emergency contact information and A fee subsidy for Toronto’s recreation programs authorization on who may pick up your child at the end of program. The The City of Toronto’s Welcome Policy provides a fee subsidy to help low Participant Information Form is available at toronto.ca/parks/camps or from income individuals and families who live in Toronto access City-operated community centre staff. recreation programs. If you are approved for Welcome Policy, you will receive an annual financial subsidy that can be spent on any of the wide variety of Registered Participants high-quality recreation programs offered by the City throughout the year. Registered programs are intended solely for the individual client that is registered in the program. Programs “with caregiver” require a parent or To be an Applicant (Main Contact on Application Form), caregiver of at least 14 years of age to directly supervise the participant that you must be at least 18 years of age or older. is registered and actively participate in the program. Applicants and their families must also: Participant Attendance Policy • Live in the City of Toronto If you can’t go, let us know! Parks, Forestry and Recreation programs are • Have a before tax family income of less than Statistics Canada’s Low Income Cut-Off (LICO), which can be found online or by calling popular and many have waiting lists. If you are unable to attend the program 416-338-8888 (TTY: 416-338-3195) you registered for, contact your local community centre or call 416-396-7378 so the spot can be offered to someone else. Individuals and families living in Toronto who are approved If you (and/or your child/dependant) does not attend the first class of a for Welcome Policy will receive the following annual credit program with a waitlist and you have not notified us, you will be contacted and asked to confirm attendance in future classes. • Children and youth (0-24 years old): $571 • Adults and older adults (25 years+): $264 If you (and/or your child/dependant) does not attend the first two classes of a program with a waitlist and you have not notified us, you will be contacted Note: the credit amount are subject to Council approval, are effective for one and advised that the participant will be withdrawn from the program. year, and are adjusted to align with inflationary increases in program fees. If you’re running late or won’t arrive, give us a call. Program attendance is recorded daily by staff, so if you can’t make it that day, call your local How do I get a Welcome Policy Application Form? community centre and let us know. 1. Call the Welcome Policy application line at 416-338-8888 (TTY: 416-338-3195) and an application form will be mailed to you. Parks, Forestry and Recreation Filming and Photography Policy While enjoying our parks, open spaces and recreation facilities, residents and 2. Pick one up at any City of Toronto recreation centre. visitors are encouraged to take pictures and selfies that should not interfere 3. Download it from toronto.ca/wp with the safety and enjoyment of others. When taking a picture that also includes other people and/or their children, their permission should first be Once your Welcome Policy application has been approved, a confirmation obtained. Filming and photography is strictly prohibited in all change rooms letter will be mailed to you, which will include your confidential family PIN and washrooms. If at any time staff are alerted to prohibited use of filming or number and client number(s). You will use these numbers to register for photography, the user will be asked to stop immediately. recreation programs. For more information or to register for recreation programs visit: Commercial and/or formal photography on any toronto.ca/funguide or call 416-396-7378. Parks, Forestry and Recreation property: Visit toronto.ca/wp: to find out Low Income Cut Off (LICO) amounts, to view Any person wishing to have exclusive use of the space for commercial and/or your credit balance online or to download an application form. formal filming and photography in a park or recreational facility must book the space in advance through Client Services. Visit toronto.ca/parks/permits for more information. See them? Use them. Reduce-Reuse-Recycle

The City works hard to increase waste diversion in its public spaces and parks. Our intention is to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and compost as much as possible, in order to prevent materials going to landfill. Help us achieve this goal.

For more information about garbage, recycling and other waste diversion programs, visit: toronto.ca/recycle

North York District – Spring/Summer 2020 Other Information 95 Facility Bookings We have a place to best suit your needs Are you or your group interested in booking an arena, sport field or any facility for a special event or unique function? To obtain booking rates, discuss your facility needs and book the facility that best suits your needs, refer to the following information. Many facilities are available to book online or give us a call, we’ll be happy to discuss your requirements with you.

Contact us for permit rates and availability at 416-396-7378 or visit toronto.ca/parks/permits for more information. Online Booking Some facilities may be permitted online, visit booking.toronto.ca/booking, see page 7 for details. Picnic/Outdoor Social Gathering Permit Looking to have a picnic or outdoor social gathering within a City park? Any gathering where a portable barbeque is being used, or when there will be over 25 people attending, or a gathering that requires a designated “picnic” site must have a permit. Barbeques – While in a park, no person shall use any portable barbeques unless authorized by permit or where posted to allow use. If the site has a permanently fixed barbeque, people are authorized to use it. Note: that not all sites are equipped with permanently fixed barbecues. Only charcoal or briquettes are authorized to be used in permanently fixed barbeques. Use of fuel is strictly prohibited. We began booking permits for the 2020 season on January 2. The quickest and easiest way to book a picnic or fire pit permit is online at booking.toronto.ca/booking. You can also book by calling 416-396-7378 Filming on City Property Option 2. Applications are accepted by Toronto Film and Television Office. Call The 2020 Permit Season for Picnics, Fire Pits and Outdoor Social Gatherings 416-338-3456 (FILM) for more information. is mid-May to September 30. Allotment Gardens Picnic/outdoor social gathering sites can be booked from 10am to 8:30pm in any City park Allotment gardens are available to individuals to plant vegetables or flowers. A new waitlist is created annually for indoor and outdoor garden allotment Wedding Ceremonies and Formal Photography requests. The Waitlist for Outdoor Garden Allotments is now open. The City of Toronto has many beautiful sites for wedding ceremonies and The quickest and easiest way to be added to the waitlist is online: photography, including indoor conservatories and outdoor gardens. 1. Have your Family Number and your individual Client Numbers ready, call How to Book - Wedding Photography or a Ceremony us ahead of time at 416-396-7378 Option 3 (Monday to Friday 8am-5pm) to obtain your numbers. • Bookings are currently being accepted for wedding ceremonies and photography for 2020. 2. Visit efun.toronto.ca and log in using your Family and Client number. • Bookings for 2020 began November 1, 2019. 3. Enter the waitlist barcode of the Garden Allotment Location (list below) in • Permit season: mid-May to October 31. the Course Search field. • A permit is required at all times. 4. Select the “waitlist “ button and select your name from the drop down list. • Payment by VISA, Mastercard or American Express is accepted over the 5. Be sure to complete your transaction by clicking “go to checkout”. phone. You can also book your permit and pay by cash, debit or certified 6. Print your confirmation page for your reference. cheque in person by visiting your district permit office. You can also call us at 416-396-7378 Option 2 to be added to the waitlist. Commercial Dog Walker Permits Garden Locations / Barcode: Permits are available for individuals to walk four to six dogs on a commercial • Bishop, 190 Bishop Ave (Finch/Bayview) / 3312273 basis. • Cornell/Campbell House, 3640 Kingston Rd (Kingston/Markham) / 3312274 • Daventry, 19 Daventry Rd (Markham/Ellesmere) / 3312278 Kitchen Permits • Four Winds, 20 Four Winds Dr (Keele/Finch) / 3312279 Do you want to book a kitchen to cook with your friends, or to use for a • Givendale, 1 Givendale Rd (Kennedy/Lawrence) / 3312280 special event? Permits for kitchens can be issued on a one-time basis or • High Park, 1873 Bloor St W (Bloor/Keele) / 3312281 for one-hour blocks for the season, subject to availability. Contact the facility • Jonesville, 50 Jonesville Cres (Victoria Park/Eglinton) / 3312282 directly to determine if the kitchen is suitable for your function or event. • Leslie Street, 5 Leslie St (Leslie/Commissioners) / 3312283 How to Apply for a Permit • Marie Baldwin Park, 746 Jane St (Jane/Scarlet) / 3312284 • Silverthorn, 458 Old Weston Rd (St. Clair/Old Weston Rd) / 3312285 • Application Deadlines: Four times per year for seasonal permits; ongoing • Stoffel Drive, 20 Stoffel Dr ( Martin Grove/Dixon) / 3312286 as required for one-time bookings. • West Deane, 19 Sedgebrook Dr (Martin Grove/Rathburn) / 3312287 • Permit Season: fall, winter, spring, and summer – dates dependent on the facility. For indoor garden allotments at Riverlea, applicants must contact us • Permit Rates: Rates are based on group category and facility rating, and Tuesday, August 4 and follow the same process above (online or by on the purpose of the permit. phone) to be added to the waitlist • To obtain a permit or get further information on rates and availability, • Riverlea Greenhouse (indoor), 919 Scarlett Rd (Scarlet/Lawrence) 3312289 contact the facility directly. Note: A maximum of a half greenhouse bench is allowed per Family Number

96 Other Information Registration begins – March 10 Arts, Music and Movie Nights in Parks Events The facility provides change rooms, press box, public address system, Arts, music and movie night events hosted by individuals, groups or scoreboard, parking facilities, and snack bar services. organizations looking to entertain the public. For more information contact the Etobicoke York District: permit office at [email protected] or 416-338-3326. , 56 Centennial Park Road What qualifies as an arts, music and movie nights in parks event? Scarborough District: • Animating the park, free of charge for the public to attend arts, musical , 93 Birchmount Road performances, art installations and/or movie nights. Toronto/East York and West Toronto/York Districts: • Attendance of less than 250 people Allan A. , 1151 King Street West • One-day event in a single park location • Does not include aspects of a special event, such as the sale or service of Tournament Permits food or drinks, large installations or amusement devices, large attendance If your organization would like to hold a tournament at a sports field, a one numbers. time only application form must be completed. If the tournament has any one of the noted special event conditions (refer to Special Events) your group will Outdoor Special Events automatically be requested to complete the special event application forms. Groups planning to host a special event in a park will be required to submit a special event application to the Toronto City Hall permit office. Contact the district permit office regarding a tournament or permit for a sports field/diamond. How to Apply for a Parks Special Event Permit Sport Fields/Diamonds/Tournaments: • Special Events are booked on a renewal basis. All event requests must be submitted at least eight weeks prior to the date of the event. North York North York Civic Centre (Minimum requirement) Parks, Forestry and Recreation Permits 5100 Yonge Street, Floor 3 • Applications are available at toronto.ca/parks Toronto, ON M2N 5V7 • Applications can be submitted: East Region (Ward 17) 416-395-6004 In person, by mail or fax:  Toronto City Hall, Parks, Forestry and Recreation Permit Office Central Region (Wards 15 and 16) 416-395-6055 100 Queen Street West, Main Floor East Tower, West Region (Wards 6, 8 and 18) 416-395-6025 Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 or fax 416-392-1551 • Special event permit information: Sport Fields and Diamonds - Toronto/North York (Wards 11-15) 416-338-2614 Regular Outdoor Permits are issued from May until the end of September. - East York/Scarborough (Wards 19-25) 416-338-3294 The application deadline for outdoor sport field requests for the 2020 - Etobicoke/West Toronto York/North York (Wards 1-9) 416-338-2572 summer season was December 13, 2019. All applicants will be accepted and - Toronto (Ward 10)/Toronto Islands 416-338-2609 considered under the allocation policy. You are responsible for leaving the - North York (Wards 16-18) 416-338-3326 playing area with all litter and/or recyclables your group has accumulated. For -Arts, Music and Movie Nights (All Wards) 416-338-3326 more information and permit application deadlines toronto.ca/parks/permits or contact the permit office. What qualifies as a special event? A special event is required to be open to the public and free of charge, Community Centres/Gym Rentals non-profit and non-promotional. Community centres/gymnasiums available to community groups, private An event is deemed a special event irrespective of anticipated attendance, social functions, company events, seminars or special events. if one or more of the following are true: • Most locations are air-conditioned • The event will be selling or serving food to the public • Additional staffing charges may apply • The event will be using sound amplification (speakers, mega phone) • Refer to the facility map for a complete list of community centres or visit • The event will require the construction/installation of tents, structures or toronto.ca/rec stages • Contact the location to enquire about rentals • The event will be serving or selling alcohol • The event will have amusement type rides i.e. bouncing castle Earl Bales Barry Zukerman Amphitheatre • The event is accepting donations, fundraising, running a lottery, draw or Earl Bales Barry Zukerman Amphitheatre is available to permit for your raffle concerts, performances or special events. Built into a hillside, the stage • Use of generator(s)in the park backdrops onto a lush forest and sits 1,300 people. Call 416-396-7378 for Note: details. • For any one of the above listed items insurance is a requirement and is mandatory. Mel Lastman Square • Special events are not considered an “outdoor social gathering”. Mel Lastman Square is available to Toronto’s diverse communities for i.e. birthday party in a park. For Outdoor Social Gathering permits call events that showcase some of the best this city has to offer. The Square is 416-396-7378. a beautiful park that features 20,000 feet of open space, a garden court, a wedding pavilion, an outdoor amphitheatre, fountains and a reflecting pool. With various levels and areas that are suitable for an assortment of activities: cultural festivals, concerts, awareness campaigns, children’s activities, art North York District displays, and more. Stadiums Permits For permit information or assistance with special events and applications, call 416-338-3343. toronto.ca/parks/events/mel-lastman.htm To obtain permits for any one of the City of Toronto stadiums call 416-338-3349. Smoke-Free Act (SFOA) City of Toronto Stadiums It is illegal to smoke or vape within 20 metres of outdoor sport fields/areas, the adjacent spectator areas and playgrounds. North York District: Esther Shiner Stadium, 5720 Bathurst Street A multi-purpose outdoor sports facility. The open air stadium has: • seating capacity of 1,500 • artificial turf which allows for a longer sport season • lined for soccer and football and has goal posts and soccer nets • track is 6 lane/400 metre, 8 lane/100 metre

North York District – Spring/Summer 2020 Other Information 97 City of Toronto - Smoking Ban Bylaw It is illegal to smoke, vape and or hold lighted tobacco within 9 metres of covered picnic shelters or gazebos, outdoor theatre spaces and at park zoo or farm areas, swimming beaches and waiting areas or service lines in parks (e.g., Toronto Island Ferry Dock). For more information visit toronto.ca/health/tobaccofree.

Ice Rentals/Dry Pad Rentals Ice time is available, either for long term contract, bi-weekly or special events like family parties or pick-up hockey games. Dry pad times can be used for ball/roller hockey, in-line or lacrosse. You can search for available indoor ice time online at toronto.ca/parks/permits. Indoor Arenas: East Region Permit: 416 395-6004 • Angela James Arena, 165 Grenoble Dr, 416 395-7838 • Fenside Arena, 30 Slidell Cres, 416 395-7846 • Oriole Arena, 2975 Don Mills Rd W, 416 395-7855 • Pleasantview CC, 545 Van Horne Ave, 416 395-6006 • Victoria Village Arena, 190 Bermondsey Rd, 416 395-7955 Pool Rental Permits Central Region Permit: 416 395-6055 Plan a party for any celebration. Pool rentals are available for special • Bayview Arena, 3230 Bayview Ave, 416 395-7825 functions, birthday parties or social gatherings at City-owned or Toronto • Cummer Park CC, 6000 Leslie St, 416 395-7803 District School Board pools. Indoor facilities are available year round and • Don Mills Civitan Arena, 1030 Don Mills Rd, 416 395-7843 outdoor facilities are available in July and August only. For information, • Mitchell Field CC, 89 Church Ave, 416 395-0262 contact the community recreation programmer at each location. • York Mills Arena, 2539 Bayview Ave, 416 395-7844 Indoor Pools – City-owned: West Region Permit: 416 395-6025 • Antibes CC, 140 Antibes Dr, 416-395-7616 • Baycrest Arena, 160 Neptune Dr, 416 395-7960 • Cummer Park CC, 6000 Leslie St, 416-395-7804 • Goulding CC, 45 Goulding Ave, 416 395-0123 • Douglas Snow AC, 5100 Yonge St, 416-395-7567 • Grandravine CC, 23 Grandravine Dr, 416 395-6171 • Dennis R. Trimbrell RC, 29 St. Dennis Dr, 416-395-0098 • Herbert H Carnegie Centennial Centre, 580 Finch Ave W, 416 395-6067 • Leaside Memorial Pool,1073 Millwood Rd, 416-395-0098 • Roding CC, 600 Roding St, 416 395-7964 • North Toronto Memorial CRC, 200 Eglinton Ave W, 416-392-6585 Indoor Pools – Toronto District School Board: Hall Rentals The North York District has halls available for community groups, private • Bedford Park CC, 81 Ranleigh Ave, 416-392-6585 social functions, company events, seminars or special events. Hall prices • Georges Vanier SS, 3000 Don Mills Rd W, 416-395-7590 include tables and chairs. • Northview Heights CC, 550 Finch Ave W, 416-395-7616 • Victoria Park CI, 15 Wallingford, 416-395-7590 • Most hall locations are air-conditioned. • York Mills CI, 490 York Mills Rd, 416-395-7590 • Additional staffing charges may apply. • Call the numbers listed below for more information and fees. Banbury CC, 120 Banbury Rd, 416 395-6101 Cummer Park CC, 6000 Leslie St, 416 395-7803 (capacity 80) Earl Bales CC, 4169 Bathurst St, 416 395-7873 (capacity 120) Herbert H Carnegie Centennial Ctr, 580 Finch Ave W, 416 395-7903 (capacity 120) Oriole CC, 2975 Don Mills Rd, 416-395-6005 (capacity 80) Parkway Forest CC, 55 Forest Manor Rd, 416-392-6385 (capacity 150) Facility Bookings Are you or your group interested in renting an arena, sport field or any facility for a special event or unique function? To obtain rental rates, discuss your facility needs and book the facility that best suits your needs, refer to page 96. Many facilities are available to book online or give us a call, we’ll be happy to discuss your requirements with you.

Online Bookings and Rentals ONLINE Parks, Forestry and Recreation offers online permit bookings for ice rinks, tennis courts, sports facilities, picnics and fire pits. More facilities coming soon.

Whether you are an affiliated organization or private group rental we have facilities available for you!

Visit booking.toronto.ca/booking/ or call 311.

98 Other Information Registration begins – March 10 Community Group Listings Policy for Toronto FUN Guide – Community groups have the opportunity to receive a free group listing in the FUN Guide. See below for eligibility. • A community group or not-for-profit organization must be able to provide a not-for-profit registration number or a written recommendation from Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation staff verifying its status. • The sole purpose of the organization is to provide leisure programs, activities and/or services that are recreational, and/or instructional in nature. • To obtain a Community Group package, listing all criteria and application form, email us at [email protected].

Arts Canadian Bookbinders & Book Artist Guild cbbag.ca Derry Flute Band derryfluteband.org Phoenix Academy of the Arts phoenixacademyofthearts.com Springboard to Music springboardtomusic.ca Toronto Early Music Players Organization (TEMPO) tempotoronto.net Toronto Gilbert & Sullivan Society gilbertandsullivan-toronto.ca Toronto Recorder Players Society (RPS) rpstoronto.ca

Early Years/Preschool Edithvale Tiny Tots [email protected] My 1st Preschool myfirstpreschool.org

Fitness/Walking Outdoor Club of East York Lucy Perri 647-831-0064 Sports Toronto Field Naturalists torontofieldnaturalists.org Agincourt Lawn Bowling Club agincourtlbc.com Trailblazers Tandem Cycling Club trailblazerstandem.org Bridlewood Tennis Club bridlewoodtennis.ca Cummer-McNicoll Hockey School HitenPatel.ca/cmhs General Interest East Toronto Baseball ETBA.net Applewood - James Shaver Woodsworth Homestead Deborah Tait, 416-622-4124 Etobicoke Ringette Association etobicoke-ringette.com German Language School torontogermanschools.com Goulding Karate Club [email protected] Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Vanguard 18vanguard.org Kew Beach Lawn Bowling Club facebook.com/kewbeachlawnbowlingclub/ CFUW Etobicoke cfuwetobicoke.ca Royal City Soccer Club royalsoccer.com Royal York Baseball League rybl.com Older Adults Scarborough Fencing Club scarboroughfencing.on.ca Edithvale Community Seniors Bingo Club [email protected] Tam Heather Curling & Tennis Club tamheather.ca Edithvale Seniors Euchre Club Diane Richard, 416-221-3208 Toronto Martial Art Academy S. Pandiarrajah, 647-338-7230 Edithvale Seniors Snooker Club Wilf Navarree, 416-262-5564 Toronto West Athletics Running Club TorontoWestAthletics.com North York Senior Games Wilf Navarree, 416-262-5564 Argonaut Rowing Club argonautrowingclub.com Syme55+ Centre [email protected] Gab - Girls Addicted to Basketball gabinfo.com Willdow Lawn Bowling Club- Cribbage Emma Varga, 416-225-9024 Moorelands Kids Overnight Camp moorelands.ca Friday Night Bridge Mary Rae Benedict, 416-223-3733 Olympium Synchronized Swimming Club olympiumsynchro.com West Toronto Lawn Bowling Club torontolawnbowling.ca Scarborough Basketball Association sbabasketball.ca Scarborough Shuffleboard Assoc [email protected] West Hill Baseball League westhillbaseball.com Wexford Soccer Club Cathy Reilly, 416-265-7699

You can enjoy off-road cycling facilities throughout the City. Parks, Forestry and Recreation operates off-road cycling facilities at: Toronto • Bayview Arena Bike Park • Centennial Park BMX Centre • Wallace Emerson BMX Park • Sunnyside Bike Park Bike Each facility has a series of dirt jumps, berms and tabletops accessible to riders with various skills and experience. For specific track information, hours of operation and season dates, refer to the website. The City of Toronto aims to provide a safe, comfortable and bicycle friendly environment Parks that includes bicycle-friendly streets, bike parks and an extensive paved multi-use trail network. We are developing safe, cost effective, and inclusive recreational cycling programs, and improving the condition and maintenance of our off-road cycling facilities. toronto.ca/parks/bikeparks

North York District – Spring/Summer 2020 Other Information 99 FITNESS

THROUGH THE AGES Keep active. Be healthy. Enjoy fitness in your community!

There are many benefits of regular exercise and physical activity including better health, greater strength and flexibility, and increased energy. Become a member and access one of the City of Toronto’s 45 fitness centres. Consider a fitness passport or punch card and participate in our many drop-in fitness programs.

For information on locations and class schedules visit toronto.ca/fitness. More 1000new shelter beds are opening across Toronto in communities just like yours. than just a bed Stay informed about the City’s plan to address homelessness and how we can come together as a community. Visit toronto.ca/welcomingshelters to learn more.

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Help your child succeed at school by scheduling a free comprehensive eye exam with an optometrist.

Visit optom.on.ca to find one near you.

PH1902DS0030 FREE inclusive drop-in programs for families, caregivers and their children (newborns to age six)

• A variety of activities that promote healthy child development • Access to resources that support pregnancy, parenting and family well-being • Events and opportunities to connect with other families and make new friends • Information on resources and services that could help meet your families needs

Visit an EarlyON Child and Family Centre near you to connect, learn and have fun!

toronto.ca/EarlyON Centennial Park BMX Centre

The BMX Centre is the newest addition to Centennial Park, built specifically for the 2015 Pan Am Games. The 3.2 hectare BMX Centre includes: • Four straightaways • Three banked turns with challenging jumps • Five-metre start ramp • Eight-metre start ramp • 350-metre track 165 Centennial Park Road (north end of Centennial Park ) Accessible via Eglinton Avenue West or Rathburn Road Season: May to October Looking for a BMX camp? (weather permitting) Hollycrest Community School will host BMX summer Open track hours are posted online: camps for 9 to 12 year olds. Register early, spaces are toronto.ca/parks/bikeparks limited. Call 416-394-8703 for more information.

For information on upcoming events, clinics and track events visit toronto.ca/parks/bikeparks Find deals on everything you need for spring and summer fun!

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BE PART OF OUR FANTASTIC WORK TEAM!

Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation hires for part-time jobs, year round. We want you to be part of our team! For current opportunities visit toronto.ca/recjobs.

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Visit toronto.ca/wastewizard or download the TOwaste app Get Wet & Stay Cool

OUTDOOR POOLS • WADING POOLS • SPLASH PADS • BEACHES The City offers many ways to cool off during hot summer months. Drop by your local pool, splash pad or one of the swimming beaches.

Please remember to stay within arm’s reach of children when in or near water, stay sun-smart and let’s have fun! More information at toronto.ca/swim

Make a splash at your next event... rent a City of Toronto Pool! Both indoor and outdoor pools are available for special events on an ongoing basis. Permit/rental information is available at your local pool or visit toronto.ca/swim.