TOWN OF UNITY 2020/21 Parks and Recreation Guide Brought to you by Unity Parks & Recreation Department and the Press-Herald with the support of local businesses 2020 Council Photo courtesy Michael’s Photography Councillors Rick Hill, Curtis McLean, Brian Vanderlinde, Brent Weber, Bob Abel CAO Aileen Garrett, Mayor Ben Weber, Councillor Doreen Bonogofski Photo courtesy of Sherri Solomko 2020 Parks & Recreation Staff Kevin Cey, Nicole Headrick, Marcel Van de Graaf, Dale Brownlee and Spencer Powell Cover photo: Former Town of Unity Recreation Director Keith Wilson delivers the opening pitch in the Unity Cardinal hosted Bantam AA provincial championships in 2017. Photo courtesy of Tim Holtorf Table of Contents Town of Unity Parks & Recreation ..................................................... Page 2 Unity & District Food Bank................................................................. Page 2 Town Office Information ..................................................................... Page 3 Swimming Pool Information ............................................................ Page 4-8 Rivers West District ........................................................................... Page 6 KidSport ............................................................................................. Page 9 Wheatland Regional Library .............................................................. Page 9 Sask Lotteries .................................................................................. Page 10 Parks and Playgrounds ................................................................... Page 14 Recreational Activities and Programs .............................................. Page 15 Campgrounds, Events and Halls ..................................................... Page 16 Unity Community Hall Rental Rates ................................................ Page 17 Skating Arena Rental Rates ............................................................ Page 17 Clubs, Organizations, Events & Services .................................. Page 18, 19 Pleasantview Cemetery ................................................................... Page 20 2020 Public Works Collin Field, Al Schumack, Brent Pool, Shaun Greenwald, Chris Bunz and Jake Senger. Missing: Glenn Kulyk, Tim McCullough On behalf of the Town of Unity, greetings are extended to residents and a warm welcome to all visitors. We hope you take the time to visit the many attractions we have to offer. ~Mayor, Council & Staff Printed by Press-Herald Publications 1 Town of Unity Parks and Recreation Department Parks and Recreation Director ........ Nicole Headrick ...............306-210-9010 Recreation Facilities Foreman ........ Dale Brownlee .................306-228-8821 Parks and Recreation Office............ Town Office, P.O. Box 1030, Unity, SK S0K 4L0 Phone: 306-228-2621 Fax: 306-228-4221 E-mail: [email protected] Webpage: www.townofunity.com The Parks and Recreation Department maintains the Kin, Elks and Regional Park, ball diamonds, museum grounds, greenspace and boulevards, campgrounds, cemetery, swimming pool and walking path. The Parks and Recreation staff work May to August from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. 115 Main St. Box 877 Unity, SK Shannon Ireland, BSP Phone: 306-228-2121 Pharmacist & Owner Fax: 306-228-2129 RANDY SANDER, CPA PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Randy Sander • Eminence Customized Facial with organic skin care and body treatments CPA, CGA, CFP • Destress before the holidays, schedule a massage • Massage Therapy for injuries, stress prevention and health maintenance • Sport Massage – pre and post event, injury care Great boutique to shop for that special person or for you! P.O. Box 744 Book your Spa Service with our experienced staff! • Body Wraps • Facials • Pedicures 257 - 2nd Ave. West • Manicures • Footcare • Waxing Unity, SK S0K 4L0 The “best massage” quoted from clients Phone: 306.228.3032 Fax: 306.228.3049 Call 306-228-2808 Email: [email protected] 120 - 2nd Street East Unity, SK S0K 4L0 www.sunrisewellnessspa.ca • [email protected] 2 Printed by Press-Herald Publications Town Office Town Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm Visit www.townofunity.com • Phone 306-228-2621 • Fax 306-228-4221 • [email protected] We’re on Facebook “Town of Unity” Check us out and keep informed Town Managers Town Administrator .................................Aileen Garrett [email protected] Director of Finance ..................................Kavi Pandoo [email protected] Director of Parks and Recreation ......... Nicole Headrick [email protected] Director of Public Works .......................... Collin Field [email protected] Director of Economic Development .........Carey Baker ................... [email protected] Bylaw Enforcement Officer................... Randy Kammerer [email protected] Office Manager ...................................... Carrie Dresser [email protected] Town Information Residential Garbage Pick-up: Wednesday - West side • Thursday - East side Landfill Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 2pm - 6pm Saturday: 9:30am - 12pm & 1pm - 6pm Recycling Collection: ............ every second Friday Town Council Mayor: Ben Weber Ph: 306-228-2621 • Councillors: Brian Vanderlinde, Brent Weber, Bob Abel, Rick Hill, Doreen Bonogofski and Curtis McLean 2020 Office Staff Photo courtesy of Collin Field Carrie Dresser, Nicole Headrick, Randy Kammerer, Kavi Pandoo, Stacy Godin, CAO Aileen Garrett and Carey Baker Missing Casuals: Abby Frocklage and Pat Varga Printed by Press-Herald Publications 3 Canadian Red Cross and Life Saving Society Swimming Lessons (Times and dates are subject to change) For the following levels Starfish/Duck • Sea Turtle • Sea Otter • Salamander • Sunfish • Crocodile • Whale • Level 1/2 Level 3 • Level 4 • Level 5 • Level 6 • Level 7 • Level 8 • Level 9 • Level 10 SESSION I • June 1 - 26 SESSION II • July 6 - 10 Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday Monday through Friday - 1 weeks SESSION III • July 13 - 24 SESSION IV • August 4 - 14 Monday through Friday - 2 weeks Monday through Friday - 2 week SESSION V • August 17 - 21 Private Lesson Sessions Monday through Friday - 1 week by request/availability If there are any inquiries regarding lessons Aqua Fitness Lessons or other pool activities, please feel free to call the Town Office (306-228-2621) or the • Time, date and number of lessons will be Aquatic Centre (306-228-2133). determined on an individual basis • Lesson plans will be designed to suit the needs Lesson Registration of each individual’s swimming abilities Dates, times, and location are to be announced. Please To register, please call the town office check the Town of Unity and Unity Aquatic Centre 306-228-2621 or swimming pool 306-228-2133. Facebook pages for updates and more information as well If there are any questions regarding lessons or as the local newspaper. Lesson Registration will be on a other activities at the pool, feel free to call. first come, first serve basis. Mailing in registration forms is not advised. Photo courtesy of Helena Long 4 Printed by Press-Herald Publications Red Cross Swim Key (the following information is taken from Canadian Red Cross website) Preschool Sea Otter ................................ 3 to 5 years unparented, progression based on successful Starfish .............................. 4 to 12 months completion of all performance criteria parented, progression based on age Salamander ............................ 3 to 5 years Duck ................................ 12 to 24 months parented, progression based on age Sunfish.................................... 3 to 6 years Sea Turtle ........................ 24 to 36 months Crocodile ................................ 3 to 6 years progression based on age Whale ..................................... 3 to 6 years Children can move to the Red Cross Swim Kids program if 6 years of age and have successfully completed all performance criteria for the pre-school program Red Cross Swim Kids The program teaches competitive and survival strokes, as well as increasing the distance and speed that each swimmer can achieve, while focusing on making safe decisions in, on and around the water. Evaluation is based on performance criteria outlined by the Red Cross. *Placement in the Red Cross swim programs depends on many variables including age, skill proficiency, previous experience, and readiness. This key is only a guide. Red Cross also has options for swimmers with disabilities. Please inquire with your facility.* Partnering to achieve success through the credit union difference: Community involvement Financial co-opera�ve Always speak to a real person Deposits guaranteed Flexible hours of service Patronage for members Decisions made quickly and locally Duty of care Loca�on 120 - 2nd Avenue East Phone 306-228-2688 Email [email protected] Website www.unitycu.ca Printed by Press-Herald Publications 5 SEASON PASS PUNCH CARDS (10) DAILY ADMISSIONS Family ................................. $160.00 Adult (19 yrs & up) ............... $50.00 Family ................................... $14.00 Adult ..................................... $80.00 Student (14 yrs - 18 yrs) ...... $45.00 Adult (19 yrs & up) .................. $6.00 Student (14 yrs & up)............ $70.00 Child (6 yrs - 13 yrs) ............ $35.00 Student (14 yrs - 18 yrs) ......... $5.00 Child