CITY OF CHARLOTTETOWN PARKS anD RECREATION DEPARTMENT Program Brochure Fall & Winter 2020 - 2021 www.charlOttetOwn .ca GREETINGS FROM MAYOR PHILIP BROWN Another season is soon to end and we will now enter into a whole new program of activities to keep you active during the Fall and Winter months. The City’s mission statement challenges City Council to deliver services to all citizens, enhancing the quality of life for all. The Parks and Recreation Department strives to operate and maintain a variety of programs both educational and recreational all year long, for all ages. The goal of this guide is to update residents on recreation and leisure opportunities offered by the City of Charlottetown and provides important information on community groups, local events and services offered throughout the City. Members of City Council believe that being involved with the community makes for a more active lifestyle and higher quality of life for individuals and helps us all to build a stronger community. No matter what the remainder of the year brings during these uncertain times, I encourage you to stay active, register for programs, and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Stay safe and stay healthy! Sincerely yours, Mayor Philip Brown [email protected] PhilipBrownPEI CharlottetownMayor PhilipBrownPEI Front Cover Photograph by Brian McInnis MESSAGE FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE The Parks, Recreation and Leisure Activities Committee is pleased to present the 2020 / 2021 edition of our Fall and Winter program brochure. The Parks and Recreation Department consists of a management team that oversees direct delivery programs, facility operations and park management of approximately 400 acres of parkland and green space. Our team is always interested in hearing your suggestions for new or improved Mitchell Tweel services. As we continue to adapt to this new normal, your feedback is greatly appreciated. Our committee of Council, which includes leaders in our community, provides oversight to the staff of the Parks and Recreation Department to ensure quality experiences. We also acknowledge and thank the many dedicated volunteers for their commitment to a variety of programs and services that would not be possible without their countless hours and leadership. It is widely recognized that being active has many benefits from Terry Bernard a personal, social, environmental and economic point of view. We are committed to serving our citizens with programs that contribute to the well-being of individuals and families by offering activities that teach new skills and promote good health, while providing enjoyment. Within this brochure there is a wide variety of programs and services that, contribute to creating a more healthy, vibrant and sustainable City for future generations. Wishing you a healthy and safe Fall and Winter and enjoy this beautiful city, which we call home. Bob Doiron Yours in Recreation, Chair Mitchell Tweel Vice-Chair Terry Bernard Councillor Bob Doiron Councillor Kevin Ramsay and Mayor Philip Brown Parks, Recreation and Leisure Activities Committee Kevin Ramsay DISCOVER THE BENEFITS 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS MESSAGE FROM PARKS, RECREATION, AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE 1 MISSION STATEMENT & DISCOVER THE BENEFITS 3 CHARLOTTETOWN PARKS AND RECREATION CONTACTS 3 VOLUNTEERS 4 CHARLOTTETOWN FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION 4 EMERGENCY MEASURES 4 GENERAL INFORMATION 5 PRE-SCHOOL 7 YOUTH/TEEN 9 Art / Drama 9 Badminton 10 Basketball 10 Bowling 11 Curling 11 Dance 11 Day Camps and After School Programs 12 Fitness 13 Football 14 Funding Support 14 Girl Guides / Scouts / Cadets 14 Gymnastics 16 Hockey 16 Martial Arts 17 Music Lessons 20 Pottery 21 Reading Programs 21 Ringette 22 Skating 22 Skiing 24 Swimming 24 Tennis 25 Volleyball 25 Wrestling 26 Yoga 26 Youth and Teen Groups – Services 26 ADULT/SENIOR 27 Art 27 Badminton 27 Bowling 28 Community Schools 28 Curling 28 Cycling 28 Dance 28 Exercise / Health 29 Fitness 29 Football 31 Martial Arts 31 Pottery 32 Reading Programs 32 Social Activities 33 Sports 33 Skating 34 Skiing 34 Seniors Groups 34 Tennis 35 Walking and Hiking 35 Yoga 36 PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES 37 AQUATICS 38 COMMUNITY CENTRES & GYMS 39 COMMUNITY GROUPS 40 FESTIVALS & EVENTS 42 GO! CHARLOTTETOWN 48 TAKE TRANSIT TODAY 2 WWW.CHARLOTTETOWN.CA CITY OF CHARLOTTETOWN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The Parks and Recreation Department for the City of Charlottetown will strive to enhance the quality of life for the people who live and work within our municipal- ity, as well as for those who visit. We will encourage and provide the leadership for the development of safe, accessible, diverse and high quality recreational opportunities. The Parks and Recreation Department will utilize the four benefit areas of parks and recreation as the frame work from which to evaluate its pro- grams, services and facilities which include the personal, social, economic and environmental benefits of participation. DISCOVER THE BENEFITS - Recreation and Active Living are essential to personal growth. - Recreation is a key to balanced human development. - Recreation and Parks are essential to quality of life. - Recreation reduces anti-social and self-destructive behavior. - Recreation and Parks build strong families and healthy communities. - Pay now or pay later! Recreation reduces health care, social service and police/justice costs. - Recreation and Parks are significant economic generators in your community. - Parks, open space and natural areas are essential to ecological survival. The Benefits Are Endless… CHARLOTTETOWN PARKS AND RECREATION CONTACTS Manager – Frank Quinn 902-368-1025 Administrative Assistant – Jackie McKinnon 902-368-1025 Program Coordinator – Christopher Drummond 902-629-4028 Superintendent of Arenas – Mike White 902-629-4171 Superintendent of Parks – Nancy McMinn 902-629-4026 Parks Foreman – Dean Worth 902-629-4024 Assistant Program Coordinator – Breanna MacDonald 902-629-1877 Parks and Arenas Administrative Assistant – Dianne Dowling 902-629-4024 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Simmons Arena 902-894-8247 Cody Banks Arena 902-894-8422 Eastlink Centre Charlottetown Administration Office 902-629-6600 Box Office & Information Line 902-629-6625 Parks and Recreation Main Administration (1st Floor City Hall) 902-368-1025 Parks and Arenas Administration (12 MacAleer Drive) 902-629-4024 Bell Aliant Centre (Formerly CARI) 902-569-4584 DISCOVER THE BENEFITS 3 VOLUNTEERS Forbie Kennedy Volunteer of the Year Award This award, named in honour of a longtime sports volunteer in Charlottetown, recognizes the significant contributions that a volunteer in Charlottetown has made in sport and recreation to help make their community better. Nominations will be accepted in the new year for the 2021 award winner, which will be presented at the Citizen Recognition Awards during the Natal Day Celebrations in August. Volunteer of the Month Award To recognize volunteers who have made outstanding contributions to Recreation, Sport, and Leisure within the City of Charlottetown, the Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department “Volunteer of the Month Award” was launched in January 2006. Nomination forms can be picked up at the Recreation Office within City Hall – 199 Queen Street. Volunteer Interest Volunteers are required to deliver many of the recreation/sport-based programs offered in our community (i.e., minor sports, special events, and many other programs). If you are interested in being a volunteer, please contact the appropriate organization. For more information on volunteer initiatives please call 902-368-1025 or visit the City Website at www.charlottetown.ca. CHARLOTTETOWN FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION The City of Charlottetown is committed to preventing Family Violence. What is meant by family violence? It is any violence by one family member against another. Family violence includes, but is not limited to: - violence by one partner against another - violence by a parent against a child - violence by a child against a parent - violence between siblings Family violence is an abuse of power within relationships of family, trust or dependency. It always involves someone using their power over another person in a way that is hurtful. There are different types of violence - physical, emotional, financial, or verbal abuse. If you need to talk with someone, call Anderson House 902-892-0960, 24 hours a day – 7 days a week. Other Important Resource Numbers: Emergency – 911 Charlottetown Police Department Child and Family Services 902-629-4172 902-368-5330 Community Legal Information Association Victim Services 1-800-240-9798 (toll free) or 902-892-0853 902-368-4582 EMERGENCY MEASURES Don’t be caught unprepared during an emergency such as hurricanes, storm surges and floods. For more information on how to be better prepared, please visit the City website at www.charlottetown.ca. 4 WWW.CHARLOTTETOWN.CA GENERAL INFORMATION CHARLOTTETOWN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT HOURS OF OPERATION Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department Hours of Operation May 19, 2020 – October 12, 2020 / Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. October 13, 2020 – May 24, 2021 / Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. *Please note the content of this brochure was current when collected over the summer and, due to COVID-19, is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information please contact the appropriate organization. DIRECT DELIVERY PROGRAMS Direct Delivery Programs