Fall 2023 Recreation and Leisure Guide

Fall Guide

WEEKEND WARRIOR

We've got plenty of special events to fill up your calendar

SENSORY FRIENDLY SWIM

Lights are dimmed and music is turned off to promote a calm environment

BECOME A LIFEGUARD

A wide variety of courses and training available

SANTA BABY

Details about our annual Santa Claus Parade inside

FIND YOUR FITNESS CLASS

Check out the available fitness classes at the North Peace Leisure Pool and Pomeroy Sport Centre

Beverage cups, laundry detergent jugs, plant pots, cleaning products, body care products, windshield washer fluid, plastic clamshells, plastic jars, jugs, bottles, and tubs.

Foil wrap used for food storage aluminum pie plates, baking dishes & trays, and aluminum or steel food cans

Boxes for cereal & other food, shoes, soft drinks, tissues, detergent, cores for paper towel & toilet paper, and moulded paper such as egg cartons.

Air fresheners, shaving cream, deodorant, hairspray, canned air (but not paint).

Newspaper & flyers, magazines & catalogues, notepads, copier and printer paper, plain and window envelopes, and shredded paper*.

* shredded paper must be placed in a paper bag or small box

Milk cartons, juice cartons, juice boxes, broth cartons, and other Tetra Pak containers.

Shipping boxes, grocery & liquor store boxes, banker’s boxes, moving boxes, and clean pizza boxes.

Hot and cold beverage cups and lids, straws, cutlery, and take-out containers.

Registration Procedures

Registration is accepted on a first come first serve basis. Registration can be completed in three ways:

1. Online at fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet (valid credit card required)

2. In person at the North Peace Leisure Pool or at the Pomeroy Sport Centre

3. Over the phone by calling Pomeroy Sport Centre: 250-785-4592 or North Peace Leisure Pool: 250-787-8178 (valid credit card required)

Full payment is required at the time of registration. Payment plans are not permitted.

Classes with insufficient registration are subject to cancellation, postponement, or classes may be combined. Class dates and times are subject to change.

All online credit card transactions are subject to a fee charged by ActiveNet and are not included in any refunds.

A 3.5% credit card non-refundable surcharge is applied to all credit card purchases, including registrations taken over the phone and in-person. For more information on the City of Fort St. John’s refund policy.

Pre-paid Passes

Single, six (6) and twelve (12) visit passes can be purchased at the Visitor Centre, North Peace Leisure Pool or online at fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet.

Passes are available for drop-in ice, fitness and fieldhouse programs as well as for the North Peace Leisure Pool. You can check how many uses you have left on all your passes by logging on to fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet.

Refunds

Full refunds for courses, classes, or private rentals will be granted in the following instances:

1. The city cancels the program;

2. The request for the refund is received a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the start of the program;

3. For requests received less than seven (7) days prior to the start of the program, refunds will only be granted provided the city is able to fill the spot;

4. In the event that a customer falls ill or becomes injured, inhibiting their ability to participate in or continue participation in a program or utilize a facility pass or punch card, a pro-rated refund may be given based upon the date of the refund request. Documentation (such as a doctor’s note) is required for illnesses or injury claims.

A private rental includes private group facility rentals such as birthday parties offered by the Recreation & Leisure Department.

Approved Refunds

All approved refunds are subject to:

a) A 10% administration fee, unless the program is canceled by the City;

b) Credit card transactions are subject to a processing fee that is non-refundable.

Declined Refund Requests

Requests that are not approved will be followed up in writing explaining the rational for denying the request within three (3) business days.

Credits

Customers may choose to receive their approved refund as a credit to their ActiveNet account.

Credits will be issued for the unused portion of a program following the City’s Program Registration Refund Policy.

All credits must be used by December 31 in the calendar year it was issued. If there is a credit balance at the end of the calendar year, a refund cheque for the balance of the credit will be issued by mail to the mailing address.

Transfer

A transfer is permitted following the City’s Program Registration Refund Policy or at the recommendation of the instructor.

Reprinting of Receipts

Email copies are free of charge. Printed copies are available for a $1.00 charge per receipt.

Recreation Facilities

Pomeroy Sport Centre

• Sport Celebration Wall

• 2 NHL sized ice rinks

• Indoor play structure for children

• Concession

• ATM

• Skate sharpening & rental vendor

• Visitor Information Centre

• Meeting room

• Fitness studio

• Training room

• Olympic-sized (400 metre) long track speed skating oval

• Northern Vac Track (340 metre walking track)

• Spin Studio

Kids Arena Fieldhouse

• Indoor soccer pitch

• Meeting room

• Party bookings available

• Equipped with Bluetooth sound system

• Heated spectator seating area

Booking & Allocation Process

The City of Fort St. John works responsibly to manage recreational spaces in an equitable manner. In order to meet current and future demands for all users, an allocation process is conducted with user groups. Facilities are rented on a first come, first serve basis for any vacant time slots.

Allocations are scheduled throughout the year based on activity. All those interested in regular access to recreation facilities are encouraged to participate in the facility allocation process.

Paying by credit card?

Council passed a Bylaw requiring you to pay an extra 3.5% to cover the fees credit card companies charge the City.

North Peace Leisure Pool

• Leisure pool

• 25 metre lap pool (six lanes)

• 3 metre and 1 metre dive platforms

• Two full size water slides

• Sauna

• Steam room

• Meeting room

North Peace Arena

• NHL ice surface

• Seating capacity for ice events is 1550 and 450 standing room or 3500 for non-ice events

• Equipped with staging system

• Concession services

• ATM Festival Plaza

• 3 food truck stalls

• Performance oval

• Open-air building

With the addition of the Festival Plaza changes have been made to the allocation periods for all recreation allocation spaces. Our user groups have been in close contact throughout the year and we continue to work with each group. New and emerging sport and cultural activities that are interested in being included in the allocations process, or to be added to the mailing list, email reservations@fortstjohn.ca.

For more information about allocations visit: www.fortstjohn.ca/allocations

ALTERNATE RECREATION FACILITY PAYMENT OPTIONS:

• debit card

• cash

• cheque

The Bylaw applies to all credit card transactions with the City. Additional credit card fee is non-refundable.

Snowshoeing & Cross Country Skiing

Snowshoeing and cross country skiing are very popular activities in Fort St. John when the snow flies and residents are welcome to explore our City Parks this way. For more information about skiing and snowshoeing locations, visit the Fort St. John Visitor Centre.

Snowshoe Loan Program

• Snowshoes are available to rent at the Fort St. John Visitor Centre (inside the Pomeroy Sport Centre) when snow levels are high enough

• Snowshoe rentals cost $7.00 per pair, per week.

• A deposit is not required but renters will be subject to fees in the event of loss, damage, etc.

• All participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to loaning the snowshoes

• Maximum rental period is 14 days

Snowshoe/Skiing Etiquette

• Be courteous towards other trail users

• When traveling in a group, walk single-file

• Use the trail in a safe manner

• Snow should be at least 6 inches deep to snowshoe or cross country ski (any less and snowshoes or skis could be damaged)

• Check your equipment before you go

• Stay on designated trails (do not take snowshoes or skis on paved trails)

• Be aware of possible wildlife encounters

• Keep to the right when approaching oncoming trail users or while being passed

• Pack out what you bring in (leave no trace)

• Use waste receptacles provided

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Rinks

Embrace northern living by enjoying several outdoor ice surfaces! Check out the locations for all your recreational needs. Operation of outdoor rinks is strictly weather dependent. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page for updates on outdoor rinks.

CM Finch

The C.M. Finch arena is located at C.M. Finch Elementary. This ice surface is maintained by the Sunrise Rotary Club. There are boards and a covered area to lace up skates and take breaks.

Mathews Park Skating Loop

Our most popular outdoor skating space is located at Mathews Park! Remember to bring your skates and enjoy your day with family and friends. Leisure skating only, no hockey permitted on the loop. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page for updates and opening dates.

Kin Park

Located near Bert Ambrose Elementary School, featuring a hockey rink and a multi-use rink with overhead lights!

Know before you go

• Bring your own pucks for the rinks that allow hockey

• Share the space with other users

• Dress for the weather (wear layers)

• Bring a lawn chair to lace up your skates

• Helmets are highly recommended

Outdoor rinks are unsupervised. Use at your own risk. Spot any vandalism or hazards in these spaces? Report a problem by calling 3-1-1

Call the Parks Department at 250-787-8150 to report concerns about or misuse of outdoor rinks.

The City of Fort St John boasts more than 260 hectares of outdoor spaces including over 38 kms of paved trails & 92 kms of maintained sidewalks

Arenas

Fort St. John Curling Club

North Peace Arena

Pomeroy Sport Centre

Arts Centre

North Peace Cultural Centre

Aquatics

North Peace Leisure Pool

Baseball Diamonds

College Park (5-7)

Kin Park (1-4)

Surerus Park (A-H)

Basket Ball Courts

Mathews Park

BMX Track

Kin Park

Cross Country Ski Trails

Garrison Landing Trails

Disc Golf

Toboggan Hill Park

Hiking Trails

Fish Creek Community Forest

Indoor Fieldhouse

Kids Arena Fieldhouse

Outdoor Washroom Locations

Museum

North Peace Museum

Off-Leash Dog Park

Toboggan Hill Park

Outdoor Exercise Equipment

Kin Park

Outdoor Skating

Kin Park (Outdoor Rink & Multi-use Rink)

Mathews Park Skating Loop

CM Finch Outdoor Rink

Outdoor Walking Trails

Walking Trails

Obstacle Course (Parkour)

Centennial Park

Playgrounds

Carriere Park

Centennial Park

Concorde Park

Kin Park

Mathews Park

Panorama Ridge Park

Pickell Park

Princess Crescent Park

Surerus Park

Tot Lot Park

Triangle Park

Parks

Public Library

Fort St. John Public Library

Schools

Anne Roberts Young Elementary

Alwin Holland Elementary

Bert Ambrose Elementary

Bert Bowes Middle School

Christian Life School

C.M. Finch Elementary

Dr. Kearney Middle School

Duncan Cran Elementary

Ecole Central Elementary

Margaret “Ma” Murray Community

Northern Lights College

North Peace Secondary School

Robert Ogilvie Elementary

Skatepark

Toboggan Hill Park

Soccer Fields

Surerus Park

Spray Park

Centennial Park

Tennis Court

Surerus Park

Pickleball Court

Kin Park

Visitor Information Centre

Pomeroy Sport Centre

Available All Year

Permanent (Hours may vary)

Mathews Park

Festival Plaza

Kin Park Pavilion

Available May 1 - Sept 30 (weather dependent)

Permanent (Hours may vary)

Toboggan Hill Park

Centennial Park

Garrison Landing Trail

Surerus North Washroom

Surerus Clubhouse

Temporary Portable Toilets

Charlie Lake Boat Launch

College Baseball Diamonds

Fish Creek Community Forest

Kin Park Playground (East Side)

Princess Crescent Park

Woodlawn Cemetery

Tot Lot Park

Visitor Centre

Welcome! Whether you are a local or visiting the Peace Region, the Customer Service Representatives at the Fort St. John Visitor Centre are here to keep you informed on all things Fort St. John! The Visitor Centre is located inside the Pomeroy Sport Centre.

Our Certified Visitor Counsellors can assist you with directions, dining, community events and much more! Our front desk staff can also help you with recreation program registration.

Not in town yet? Contact our staff via phone at 250-785-3033 or e-mail visitorinfo@fortstjohn.ca

Northern Vac Track

Too cold outside? Join us for an indoor walk (or run) at the Northern Vac Track. The track is located on the third floor of the Pomeroy Sport Centre and is free for public use.

Lockers are provided on the track to store your belongings. Bring your own lock or borrow one from the front desk of the Visitor Centre.

This track accommodates both runners and walkers, as well as wheel chairs, walkers, and strollers (with clean wheels). Choose the appropriate lane for your speed of travel and be respectful of others who travel faster or slower than you. Don’t forget you clean indoor shoes!

Visitor Centre Hours

Fall/Winter (September - May)

Monday - Friday 9am - 8pm

Saturday & Sunday 9am - 6pm

Open for all summer Statutory Holidays

Walking Track Hours

Fall/Winter (September - May)

Monday - Friday 6am - 9pm

Saturday & Sunday 9am - 9pm

Closed all Statutory Holidays

Pomeroy Sport Centre

Ice Schedule & Information

Fall Ice Schedule (October 1 - December 22, 2023)

Schedules & Rates

Schedules are subject to change without notice - go to fortstjohn.ca/schedules-fees for most up to date and Fall Break schedules.

Drop-In Hockey (Ages 16+)

Full equipment must be worn. All participants must sign in & pay at the front desk prior to play.

Public Skate

Everyone welcome. Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian of 16 years and older.

Slow Skate

Have a leisurely skate while socializing with others. This session is ideal for young children, beginners, or individuals who simply want to skate at a slower pace.

Fast Skate

This session requires moderate to excellent skating skills. Participants are expected to move at a fast pace with minimal stopping on the ice.

Note: Skate sessions do not have age restrictions and are based on skating ability. Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian of 16 years of age.

Skate Rentals

Skate rentals are available from Hard Edge Sports, located on the first floor of the Pomeroy Sport Centre.

Please contact Hard Edge Sports directly for hours and rental fees: 250-785-1222

Note: No shoes permitted on ice. All users must wear skates. Strollers with clean tires are welcome on the ice.

Skating Rates

Facility Closures

Private Booking:

Friday & Saturday, October 6 - 8 NO PUBLIC SKATING

Thanksgiving: Monday, October 9 CLOSED

Remembrance Day: Saturday, November 11 CLOSED

Private Booking:

Saturday, December 9 CLOSED at 4pm, Sunday, December 10 CLOSED

Christmas Eve: Sunday, December 24 CLOSED at 4pm

Christmas Day: Monday, December 25 CLOSED

Boxing Day: Tuesday, December 26 CLOSED

New Years Eve: Sunday, December 31 CLOSED at 4pm

Holiday hours & programming may vary, visit: fortstjohn.ca/schedules-fees for the most up to date scehudule & hours.

Tax applies to drop-in fees

North

Peace Leisure Pool Pool Schedule October 3 - December 23, 2023

The North Peace Leisure Pool is owned by the PRRD and operated by the City of Fort St. John

Facility Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 6am - 10pm

Saturday 9am - 9pm

Sunday 9am - 5pm

For up to date pool schedules visit pool online drop in calendar Schedules are subject to change without notice

Waterslide Weather permitting

Monday - Friday 4:30 - 9pm

Saturday 10:30am - 9pm

Sunday 10:30am - 5pm

Diving Board

Tuesday - Friday 8:30 - 10pm

Saturday 1 - 9pm

Sunday 1 - 5pm

North Peace Leisure Pool has altered hours or is closed to the public on the following dates:

Thanksgiving: Monday, October 9 CLOSED

Remembrance Day: Saturday, November 11 CLOSED

Swim Meet: Friday, November 24 CLOSED at 4pm

Swim Meet: Saturday & Sunday, November 25 & 26 CLOSED

Private Booking: Saturday, December 9 CLOSED at 4pm

Christmas Eve: Sunday, December 24 CLOSED at 4pm

Christmas Day: Monday, December 25 CLOSED

Boxing Day: Tuesday, December 26 CLOSED

New Years Eve: Sunday, December 31 CLOSED at 4pm

For more information

Phone: 250 787 8178

Email: pool@fortstjohn.ca

Website: www.fortstjohn.ca

User Group Bookings

Email pool@fortstjohn.ca for pool rental information. No public access to pools or hot spots

NEW! Sensory Friendly Swim

Quiet please for this sensory friendly swim. The lights are dimmed and music is turned off to promote a calm environment

*Lap Swim & Pool Space

See Activenet online calendar for number of lanes and swim times

Swim Pass Prices

Admission Information

Children Under 5 are Free Tots (5 & under) are free.

Family Admission

Family is up to a maximum of two adults and four dependent children living in the same household.

Passes

Visit passes do not expire.

General Information

Showers

For health reasons, all swimmers are required to shower thoroughly before entering the pool.

Children Under 8

Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian 16+ and must remain within arms reach at all times. Ratio of children under 8 to adults is 3:1.

SENSORY friendly SWIM

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Dimmed Lights

• Background music is turned off

• No PA or radio announcements

• No use of noisy equipment

• Quiet rooms available

• Limited number of bathers/patrons

• No waves or features or noisy toys

• Extra lifeguard staff

• No hairdryer signs put out

• Free caregiver admission

• Staff only blow whistles in case of emergency

• Sensory friendly adult swim lane

Regular admission applies

Water Diapers

Swimmers who are not fully potty-trained must wear water pants (for example Little Swimmers, water diapers, etc.). Water diapers are available to purchase at the front desk.

Life Jackets

Complimentary to all swimmers.

Waterslides

Children must be 42 inches tall to ride the slides. Due to BC Safety Authority regulations and manufacturer specifications, double riding is not permitted.

Food & Beverage

Permitted in the lobby viewing area only. No food or glass containers on pool deck except water in sealed, plastic containers.

Schedules & Rates

Sept 2 | Pull The Plug Pool Party

It’s the end of the summer and we want you to celebrate with us for a final pool party of the season! Join us at the North Peace Leisure Pool from 9am-9pm for a free swim!

Sept 9 | Community One Stop

Do you represent an organization or provide programs that require registration? One Stop is a great opportunity to advertise and get participants signed up. One Stop will take place at the Totem Mall from 10am-2pm. Groups wanting to reserve a spot must register in advance at the Visitor Centre. $20 per table.

Sept 10 | Thank you PETRONAS Skate

Thank you PETRONAS! Everyone is welcome for the first PETRONAS Free Skate of the season at the Pomeroy Sport Centre Oval between 1:30-3:30pm & 4:30-6:30pm. Note: Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian of 16 years of age or older. Free admission, helmets are recommended.

Sept 23 | Energetic Amazing Race

The Energetic Amazing Race is back. Register a team for an exciting foot pursuit around Fort St. John. Teams will receive clues, run to the locations, and complete fun challenges. There will be a family division and adult division. Come up with a great team costume ideas for a chance to win a prize in each division. Teams must register in advance by calling or stopping by the Fort St. John Visitor Centre. All participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to racing.

Oct 16 | Parenting: Creating Confident Problem Solvers and Decision Makers

Join Registered Clinical counsellor and author, Sabrina Trobak. Workshop topics: Learning how to help your children believe they are good enough, important and valued. Parenting strategies that teach your child to have a voice, problem solve and make healthy decisions. The workshop will take place 6:30 - 8:30pm in the first floor meeting room of the Pomeroy Sport Centre. This is a dropin workshop, no registration required, free of cost.

Oct 17 | Thank you POMEROY LODGING Skate

Do you love coming to the rink? The ice is back in and everyone is invited to come and say thank you to the folks from the Pomeroy Lodging group for sponsoring the Pomeroy Sport Centre. Stop by for a skate on the oval and a chance to win a prize pack! This event takes place during the regular public skating hours at 6-8pm and regular admission applies. Everyone welcome. Note: Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian of 16 years of age or older.

Oct 27 | Pumpkin Fit - Aqua Deep

Aqua Deep class at the pool will be pumping with cute little pumpkins between 9-9:45am - did you know they float?! This is a special event, no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Oct 27 | Pumpkin Play Day

Join the pool staff for a morning of fun as you bob around in the pool with pumpkins and play games from 10am12pm. This is a special event - no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Oct 27 | Pumpkin Fit - Aqua Low

Aqua Low class at the pool will be pumping with cute little pumpkins between 11-11:45am - did you know they float?! This is a special event, no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Oct 27 | Pumpkin Swim

Bob around with real pumpkins between 8-10pm for our Annual Pumpkin Swim! Note: Pumpkins are in limited supply and are given at the time of arrival. This is a special event, no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Oct 29 | Fright on Ice

Get ready for some spooky skating! Fright on Ice is coming back to the Pomeroy Sport Centre and this time it will take place during the afternoon portion of the Sunday Free Skate between 1:30pm-3:30pm & 4:30pm-6:30pm! Join us on the oval with your costume, eat some sweet treats, and play games for your chance to win prizes. All ages welcome.

Oct 31 | Spooky Swim & Movie - Hocus Pocus

Come warm up after trick-or-treating and enjoy a spooky movie while you swim! The movie kicks off at 8:15pm so don’t be late. Movie: Hocus Pocus (1993), Rated PG. All halloween costume makeup must be removed prior to entering the pool. This is a special event, no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Nov 11 | Remembrance Day

The City of Fort St. John works closely with the Fort St. John Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 102 to provide a Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies. Please contact the Fort St. John Legion at (250) 785-3917 to find out how to get involved. City Hall will be lit up red to honour the men and women who served and continue to serve Canada.

Nov 17 | GLOWvember Skate & Walk

Ready, set, glow! The lights will be low on the Northern Vac Track and the Oval so bring your glow sticks and come for a night walk or a skate at the Pomeroy Sport Centre from 4-7pm. This is an everyone welcome session. Regular admission rates apply for skating.

Nov 17 | Glow Swim & Movie - Little Mermaid

Ready, set, glow! The lights will be turned down low and the glow sticks will come out for this fun swim. Movie: Little Mermaid (2023), rated PG. 7-10pm, regular admission rates apply, this is a special event, no registration required.

Nov 20 | Building Emotional Confidence Workshop

Join Registered Clinical counsellor and author, Sabrina Trobak. Workshop topics: Learning to become aware and understand your emotions. Challenging yourself to build confidence in managing and feeling your emotions. Becoming more aware and understanding of others’ emotions. Monday November 20, 6:30-8:30pm in the first floor meeting room of the Pomeroy Sport Centre. This is a drop-in workshop, no registration required, free of cost.

Dec 1 - 24 | Countdown To Fitmas

Complete the daily fitness items posted at the front desk of the North Peace Leisure Pool and enter your name into a draw for a chance to win a fitness prize! Regular admission rates apply. This is a special event, no registration required.

Dec 2 | Santa Claus Parade

Kick off the holidays with Fort St. John’s most festive event! Join us on the parade route and enjoy the parade starting at 5pm, then take in the celebrations at Centennial Park. There will be hotdogs, hot chocolate, Christmas carols, a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and our annual Christmas Tree Light Up. This is a free event.

Dec 2 | Christmas Swim & Movie - Arthur Christmas

Warm up after the Santa Parade between 7-9pm and enjoy a Christmas movie in the leisure pool. Movie: Arthur Christmas, Rated PG. This is a special event, no registration required, regular drop in rates apply.

Dec 15 | Holiday Tea

Happy holidays to all those who attend our fitness classes! Come join the team at the North Peace Leisure Pool for a potluck lunch, cookie decorating, games, and crafts between 12-2pm at the North Peace Leisure Pool meeting room. This is a special event, no registration required.

Dec 17 | PETRONAS Free Santa Skate

Enjoy a festive Sunday Free Skate at the oval from 1:303:30pm and 4:30-6:30pm on the same day Santa and Mrs. Claus make an appearance on the Recreation Campus. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be greeting children from 4-4:30pm at the North Peace Leisure Pool and from 4:456:30pm at the Pomeroy Sport Centre. This is a free event, no registration required.

Dec 17 | Santa Swim

Get into the holiday spirit and say hi to the big guy from 4pm-4:30pm. Special thanks to our sponsor: NorthRiver Midstream. This is a special event, no registration required.

Dec 24 | Holiday Crafts

Happy holidays! Come join the team at the North Peace Leisure Pool for an afternoon of FREE crafts while watching the Santa Tracker between 12-3pm. This is a special event, no registration required.

December 31 | New Year’s Fireworks show

Get ready to ring in the new year with our New Year’s Fireworks Show. Watch for more details as we get closer to December 31 on the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page.

Find us on the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page. Special Events are subject to changes and cencellation. For the most up to date infomation, see our facebook page! facebook.com/CityFSJRecreation

City of Fort St. John Workshop Series with Sabrina

Trobak:

Sabrina Trobak (MACP, RCC, CCC-S) and the City of Fort St. John are working together to present some mental health workshops for the community free of cost. There will be a workshop on the third Monday of each month from Sept - Nov, with an extra zoom workshop just for men on Monday Sept 25.

Sabrina is a registered clinical counsellor who was raised in Fort St John. Sabrina was a teacher for over 20 years and then started working as a counsellor. She started her own private practice, Trobak Holistic Counselling, in Fort St. John over 13 years ago. The model’s focus is in understanding the impact of past trauma on daily life. Sabrina is also the author of Not Good Enough, Understanding Your Core Belief & Anxiety - A Handbook.

All workshops 6:30-8:30pm, presented by Sabrina Trobak Drop in workshops

Swim for Life | Fall Lesson Sets: Oct 14 - Dec 22

Parent & Tot 1 – Jellyfish/Goldfish

Jellyfish Prerequisite: Participants must be 4-12 months and accompanied by a caregiver. Goldfish Prerequisite: Participants must be 12-24 months and accompanied by a caregiver.

Jellyfish provides an orientation to water for infants and their caregiver. Caregivers will learn how to swim safely with their infant in the pool through instruction of holds and supports. Infants will be introduced to getting their face wet, blowing bubbles and floating with the help of their caregiver.

Goldfish will teach toddlers how to play in the water safely and how to enter and exit the water with help from their caregiver. Toddlers will also develop floating and kicking skills with the support of their caregiver.

Parent & Tot – Seahorse

Prerequisite: 2-3 years and accompanied by a caregiver.

Seahorse Teaches toddlers how to safely enter the water wearing a PFD. Swimmers will develop underwater skills such as submersion and opening their eyes underwater. Toddles will learn starfish floats, pencil floats and kicking skills taught using songs and games.

Preschool 1 – Octopus

Preschool 1 is a transitional level which transfers the preschooler to the care of the instructor. Preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water. They’ll learn how to put their face in the water, blow bubbles in the water, and how to float and glide.

Preschool 2 – Crab

Prerequisite: Completed Octopus.

Crab teaches swimmers how to safely jump into chest-deep water and how to swim wearing a PFD. They’ll learn submersion skills and continue to work on floats, glides, and kicking with buoyant objects

Preschool 3 – Orca

Prerequisite: Completed Crab.

Teaches preschoolers how to enter deep water safely wearing a PFD. They’ll learn hot to submerge and exhale underwater, retrieve objects underwater, and will continue developing their floating, gliding, and kicking skills.

Sea Lion

Prerequisite: Completed Orca

Sea Lion teaches deep-water entries and treading water wearing a PFD. Preschoolers will become skilled at retrieving objects from the bottom of the pool in chest-deep water and performing front and side glide. Front crawl wearing a PFD is also introduced.

Narwhal

Prerequisite: Completed Sea Lion.

Narwhal teaches Swim to Survive® skills wearing a PFD, front and back crawl and interval fitness training. Preschoolers will also learn how to tread water and perform vertical whip kick with a buoyant aid. Once complete, preschoolers can register into Swimmer 2.

Swimmer 1

Beginners will become comfortable jumping into the water with and without a PFD. They’ll learn how to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. Floats, glides and kicking skills are introduced.

Swimmer 2

Prerequisite: Completed Swimmer 1 or Preschool 5

These swimmers will jump into deeper water and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a PFD. They’ll learn how to tread water, develop kicking skills, and will be introduced to front crawl and back crawl.

Swimmer 3

Prerequisite: Completed Swimmer 2

Swimmers will learn how to dive and will do in-water somersaults and handstands to develop weight-transfer skills. They’ll learn Swim to Survive® skills, whip kick on back and will further develop their front and back crawl.

Swimmer 4

Prerequisite: Completed Swimmer 3

Swimmers will become better at diving, treading water, and swimming underwater. They’ll learn the Swim to Survive® standard and start to develop breaststroke. Front and back crawl are further developed

Swimmer 5

Prerequisite: Completed Swimmer 4

Swimmers will master dives and swimming in deep water. Swimmers will further their Swim to Survive® skills and start to develop eggbeater kick, while breaststroke, front crawl, and back crawl are further developed. Swimmers will also be challenged by interval training and sprinting drills.

Swimmer 6

Prerequisite: Completed Swimmer 5

Swimmers will become proficient at deep water skills including stride entries and compact jumps. They’ll develop lifesaving kicks such as eggbeater and scissor kick, while further developing the breaststroke, front crawl, and back crawl are further developed. They’ll develop strength and endurance with head-up swims, interval training and a 300m workout.

Adult Swimmer - Beginner

This program is for beginners age 19+ who are looking to get comfortable in the water while learning basic floats and kicks. Swimmers learn water safety, proper use of PFDs, and work to build their confidence in a safe environment.

Teen/Adult Swimmer - Beginner

This program is for beginners age 12+ who are looking to get comfortable in the water while learning basic floats and kicks. Swimmers learn water safety, proper use of PFDs, and work to build their confidence in a safe environment.

Fall Swim Lessons (Oct 14 - Dec 22)

The North Peace Leisure Pool serves 7,690 residents ages 0-14 years. Due to instructor availability and pool space at capacity, only 41.6% of resident children and youth are able to register and participate in swimming lessons at this time. Needless to say, our swim lessons are in high demand and fill up quickly. Below are some tips and information to help streamline the registration process.

Important Dates

AUG 29

Fall lesson sets available to view at fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet

SEPT 1 @ 6AM

Registration opens online and in person at 6am, view Fall Lesson Sets online at fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet

OCT 14 - DEC 16

Fall Lesson Sets take place during this time frame

ActiveNet (Online Registration)

ActiveNet charges a non-refundable convenience fee when registering online. NOTE: to avoid this fee register by phone or in person at the North Peace Leisure Pool. To prepare for registration, test your ActiveNet username and password ahead of time (if you forget your password, the request is completed manually by our staff during business hours)

Lessons are available to view 2 days prior to registration dates

Registration opens online at 6am the day of the release of the Recreation & Leisure Guide.

Go to ‘Activity Registration’ and click ‘Aquatics’

Use the search function; enter the lesson name looking for, i.e: Swimmer 1

• A list of all the Swimmer 1 lessons will populate

• Lessons with spots available will show "Enroll Now"

• Lessons that are full, show a red "Full" in the left-hand corner. If this is the lesson date/ time that works best, click on the title and go to "+Waiting List"

• The lesson descriptions contain the days of the week, times, skip dates and number of sessions.

Waitlists

Waitlists are monitored by administration staff 1 week prior to the lesson start date(s). Lessons are adjusted to meet the needs of waitlist and offer additional lessons, where possible. Participants should select only one waitlist per level. Pricing is determined on how many lessons are in a set

Private Swim Lesson

Lessons allow a participant to work on any skill requested. Prerequisite skills are required for each lesson to ensure participants have the necessary skills to progress to the next lesson. Skills are manually entered by staff and may take up to 2 business days.

Swim Evaluations

Swim evaluations are offered 2 days prior to the start of registration for participants that do not know which level to register in.

SWIM EVALUATIONS

All Ages

Aug 30 W 10am-6pm FREE

Nov 29 - 30 W,Th 4-7pm FREE

This is a drop in event, no registration required.

Find us on the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page. We post info on courses, challenges, events, swim lesson updates, pool closures, reminders & more!

facebook.com/CityFSJRecreation

Swim Levels

The City of Fort St. John has transitioned from Red Cross Swim Kids and Red Cross Preschool to Lifesaving Society Canada's Swim for Life Swimming Lessons. Please see the swim level transition table below:

Check Lesson Dates

Be sure to check the lesson descriptions on ActiveNet after registration for the days of the week, times, skip dates and number of sessions.

Annual Lesson Schedule

• OCTOBER TO DECEMBER LESSON SETS: One day per week for 8-10 weeks.

• JANUARY - MARCH LESSON SETS: One day per week for 8-10 weeks.

• APRIL - JUNE LESSON SETS: One day a week for 8-10 weeks.

Salamander

Salamander - COMPLETE

Sunfish - INCOMPLETE

Sunfish - COMPLETE

Crocodile - INCOMPLETE

Crocodile - COMPLETE

Whale - INCOMPLETE

2

2

3

4

5

5

Whale - COMPLETE Swimmer 1 or 2 (if 5+)

• SCHOOL BREAK LESSON SETS (SPRING) Daily M-F for 8-10 days.

Bring Your Report Card

If you have your old report card and would like us to continue writing in the previous one, bring it to your first lesson and it will be completed and returned at the end of the lesson.

New to the Facility?

Email a copy of a past report card to pool@fortstjohn.ca

Upcoming Lesson

Did you miss out on fall registration? Winter lesson sets will be available to view at fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet on November 29, 2023 and registration will open on December 1, 2023.

Contact Us

For questions, ActiveNet password resets, document sharing and more, email:

Step 1

Go online to fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet

Arts & Culture

We Grow Rainbows

We Grow Rainbows is a safe and generative space for diverse community members to gather and learn with, and from one another. In this interactive experience, youth participants will complete monthly activities where they will plan, develop, plant, grow, harvest & maintain gardens, and learn to prepare meals.

SAVE THE DATE | November 24

Join Catherine Ruddell of Creatively Sustained for a full day of designing the world around us. Enjoy interactive activities, guest speakers, games, art, learning about indigenous species and so much more!

Registration and participant information will be available on October 24, stay tuned at the City of Fort St. John Recereation Facebook Page and at forststjohn.ca.

This program will aim to be barrier free and accessible to all. We encourage interested parties to apply for free registration as we have saved some spaces available. To get an application for financial assistance, please email: arts-culture@fortstjohn.ca.

Thank you to all previous performers:

Simbiyez Wilson, Richard Garvey, Major Love with Lindsay Pratt & Jeff Stuart

Local Songwriters in the Round – Joseph TeBulte, Ryan Sebastiano, Naomi Shore, Craig Brooks, Deb Butler, Ben Matchett, Dori Braun, Charlie Jacobson , Daphne Roubini, Slow Pokes, & Danny Bell

Thank you to Bruised Orange Productions, Chopped Leaf, and Creative BC

Mini Handmakers Holiday Series | November & December

Enjoy kid free holiday shopping while your kids engage in a 2.5 hour workshop creating a lovely gift for someone special. Each participant will receive a snack and will come home with a homemade holiday card and gift, wrapped in personally stamped holiday paper.

Registration for these workshops will open in October 2023. Participants are encouraged to register in advance for $20.00/workshop and drop-in (pending availability) option for $24.00/workshop. Stay tuned at the City of Fort St. John Recereation Facebook Page and at forststjohn.ca.

Arts & Culture

Capacity Building

Does your group or organization have a great programming idea, but isn't really sure where to start? If so, we’d love to hear your ideas and see how the City can help you bring artistic expression and culturally rich experiences to our community! Email us today at arts-culture@fortstjohn.ca to set up an appointment with the programming team to discuss your ideas.

Stay Tuned for more great things from Arts & Culture THIS FALL:

• Boreal Garden Tour

• High on Ice Tuberz Artist Competition

• Mini Mural Competition

• High on Ice participation opportunities and so much more!

Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page.

Please see our Refund policy on page 2 before registering.

Private Skating Lessons

New to skating or want to brush up on some skills? Try our private skating lessons! Lessons are 30 minutes in duration and run once a week for 5 weeks. Using the Active Communities Learn to Skate Program, participants will work on balance, stopping, turning, and getting more comfortable on the ice. Lessons are available for all ages and abilities. Only direct family members in the same household can team-up in the same lesson session. There are very limited spots available for this program. Maximum 2 skaters per session. Note: Participants must supply their own skates and helmets are highly recommended. For more information regarding this program, please e-mail recreation@fortstjohn.ca.

Agents of Discovery

Agents of Discovery returns for the Fall with new missions available! Celebrate fall by coming to Fish Creek Community Forest and trying out the Agents of Discovery Mission! Download Agents of Discovery on your Android or iOS device, then head to Fish Creek and get active while learning about our local outdoor environment! No WiFi required, you can download the mission before leaving home.

Fish Creek Community Forest Age: 3Y+ Oct 7 Sa 9454

Bouncing Beans

Bring your little one(s) to the Kids Arena Fieldhouse to play time with sport gear, crawl through tunnels and jump on bouncy castles. NOTE: Parents must supervise their children and indoor shoes (or socks) are required. A pass is required for admission. Purchase a pass a the Visitor Centre, North Peace Leisure Pool or fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page for regular notices or possible cancellations.

Kids Arena Fieldhouse Age: 1Y - 14Y Sep 3 - Dec 17 S 1:30-3pm

Fieldhouse Party Packages

Birthday parties are back at the Kids Arena Fieldhouse! Book play time on the pitch followed by meeting room time for cake and presents! Birthday packages include access to select toys and sports equipment and staff members to help with setup or plan activities. NOTE: Sports and Bouncer are the only available packages at this time. Packages may not be available on select days. For more information or to book, visit: fortstjohn.ca/ ActiveNet and search "fieldhouse".

Have questions about our children & families programming?

Pool Party Packages

Make a splash at the North Peace Leisure Pool for your next special event! INCLUDED IN RENTAL: 2 hours of swim time at the North Peace Leisure Pool for up to 20 guests. There will be a designated area for cake and presents with access during the 2 hour pool rental and 15 minutes prior to set up. Tables, chairs, stickers, & balloons for 20. Paper table covers and crayons to doodle with. NOTE: Packages may not be available on select days. For more information or to book, visit fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet and search "pool party".

Pro D Day Camp

Campers will keep busy with a day filled with activities including games, crafts and special guest visits. They will meet new friends, try new activities, and spend their day off having nonstop fun! NOTE: Parents/guardians will be e-mailed a schedule and additional information 1-week prior to camp. Please ensure an up-to-date email is left on account and call 250-785-4592 if you do not receive this email in advance. No peanuts or nuts in lunches. Campers are required to come prepared with all their own items (ie. skates, swimming gear, indoor shoes, etc.). Questions or comments can be directed to camp@fortstjohn.ca

StoryWalk

Bring the family outside to a StoryWalk each month this fall! Story pages will be posted along the trail at different City Parks for families to walk and read together. Pages will stay up throughout the week for your reading convenience. NOTE: StoryWalks may be taken down early in the event of inclement weather.

Dates Story Location

Sep 22-Oct 3

Oct 23-29

Nov 6-9

Dec 18-23

Sharing Circle

Totem Mall

Halloween StoryWalk Fish Creek

November StoryWalk Mathews Park

Children's Christmas Book Toboggan Hill Park

Tumble Time

Bring your little one(s) for some active play and social time at the Kids Arena! Crawl through tunnels, build with giant blocks, play with interactive toys, and jump on bouncy castles. NOTE: Parents must supervise their children and indoor shoes or socks are required. A pass is required for admission. Purchase your pass at the Visitor Centre, North Peace Leisure Pool or online at forstjohn.ca/ActiveNet. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook Page for regular notices or possible cancellations.

Kids Arena Fieldhouse Age: 1Y - 5Y

Sep 5-Dec 21 T,Th 10:30am-12:45pm $5.00

INTERESTED IN YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL (YAC)?

Youth Advisory Council

Are you looking for more information about YAC?

Do you have a suggestion or comment about YAC?

Then, we'd love to hear from you! email communitydevelopment@fortstjohn.ca

Did you know?! City of Fort St. John Recreation has its own Facebook Page? Find us on facebook for info on courses, challenges, events, program updates, reminders & more!

facebook.com/CityFSJRecreation

BOOK NOW! Visit fortstjohn.ca/ActiveNet and search "pool party"

North Peace Leisure Pool Parties available

Babysitting Course

This Canadian Red Cross Course is aimed towards children ages 11 - 15 and teaches the business of babysitting, creating safe environments while caring for children from infant to school age, how to handle emergencies, and basic first aid situations. Completion Requirements: 100% attendance and skills demonstration.

North

Bronze Cross

Pre-requisites: Bronze Medallion

Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision. The Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 13Y+ Oct 28-Nov 5 S,Sa 11am-5pm $270.93 11905

Bronze Medallion

Pre-requisites: 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification. Bronze Medallion teaches lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for Bronze Cross.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 13Y+ Oct 14-Oct 22 S,Sa 11am-5pm $270.93 11885

Bronze Star

The Lifesaving Society's Bronze Star develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Recommended that candidates swim a minimum of 100 metres of front crawl, back crawl, and breast stroke, and are 12 years old (by last day).

North Peace Leisure Pool Age: 8Y+ Oct 17-Dec 19 T 6:30-8:30pm $213.57 11858

Lifesaving & Swim For Life Instructor

Pre-requisites: Must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course and must have completed Bronze Cross Pass your lifesaving knowledge on to others by teaching them valuable skills that will help to save lives. Lifesaving Society instructor training is fun and full of instructional information based on the latest educational theory. Taking a Lifesaving Instructor course is the first step in instructor training for the Lifesaving Society of BC & Yukon.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 15Y+ Nov 9-Dec 22 Th-F 5-9pm $602.78 11888

Lifesaving Swim For Life Instructor Recertification

Pre-requisites: Lifesaving Instructor certification. This is for individuals needing to re-certify or update their existing Lifesaving Swim for Life Instructor certification. The Lifesaving Swim For Life Instructor Recertification is current for 2 years.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 15Y+ Oct 5-Oct 6 Th-F 4-8pm $157.22 11860

Have questions about our courses & training? Contact the North Peace Leisure Pool for more info: pool@fortstjohn.ca

National Lifeguard

Pre-requisites: Proof of Standard First Aid with CPR-C MUST be shown on the first day of the course, must be 15 years of age and must have completed the Bronze Cross.

The National Lifeguard certification is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required by lifeguards. This course emphasizes the life guarding skills, principles and practices, and the decision-making processes which will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in a swimming pool environment.

North Peace Leisure Pool Age: 15Y+ Dec 27-Jan 5 W,Th,F 9:30am-6:30pm $636.92 11893

National Lifeguard Precert/ Recertification

To remain current you must re-certify your National Lifeguard every two years. Pre-requisites: 1. Participants MUST have had a National Lifeguard certification.2. Participant MUST have their AMOA. IMPORTANT: Students must bring proof of certification for both National Lifeguard and government issued ID. Failure to bring these items to class will result in the student being denied access to the class and no refund will be given.

North Peace Leisure Pool Age: 15Y+ Oct 1 S 9am-5pm $181.37 11853

Standard First Aid Blended (OFA level 1 Equivalent)

This course requires 8 hours of online training and 8 hours of in class skills assessments. 16 hour first aid and CPR course that covers topics such as cardiovascular/breathing emergencies, sudden medical emergencies, injuries to head/neck/spine and musculoskeletal injuries. Canadian Red Cross Blended First Aid is accepted By WorkSafe BC as Equivalent to OFA Level 1.

Standard First Aid (OFA level 1 Equivalent)

16 hour first aid and CPR course that covers topics such as cardiovascular/breathing emergencies, sudden medical emergencies, injuries to head/neck/spine and musculoskeletal injuries. Canadian Red Cross First Aid is accepted by WorkSafe BC as Equivalent to OFA Level 1

Stay Safe!

StaySafe! teaches age-appropriate youth the skills to improve his or her own safety in their community or on their own. This group will be given better tools to stay safe in a variety of different situations. This all day class is a great way to fill a non-instructional day off from school. Don’t forget your lunch and bathing suit as this session will include swim time. Class held at the Pomeroy Sport Centre (internal meeting room).

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 8-12Y+

Oct 20 F 8:30am-4:30pm $105.68 11821

Nov 13 M 8:30am-4:30pm $105.68 11890

Swim Patrol

Recommended: Completed Swimmer 5.

Rookie participants continue to develop front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Swimmers develop individual fitness to meet a timed 100m swim and 350m workout. Water proficiency skills include swimming with clothes, ready position, and feet-first/head-first surface dives. They’ll demonstrate first aid skills such as the ability to conduct a primary assessment and calling EMS, victim recognition and throwing assists. Ranger Patrol participants will enhance capability in the water including stride entries and underwater, forward and backward somersaults. Swimmers learn lifesaving sport skills with a lifesaving stroke medley, timed object support and a non-contact rescue with a buoyant aid. Eggbeater kick and increased fitness levels are developed to meet a 200m timed swim. First aid focuses on unconscious victims and obstructed airway procedures. Star Patrol challenges swimmers with a 300m timed swim, 600m workout and a 25m object carry. Strokes are continued to be refined. Lifesaving skills include use of rescue aids, defense methods, victim removals and supporting a victim in shallow water. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies. Once complete, swimmers register into Bronze Star. North

8-15Y

Country Dance Lessons

Join instructor Diana and have fun dancing to the two-step, polka, schottische, heel-toe, butterfly, and waltz. This sixweek lesson set will have you burning up the dance floor in no time! All ages and abilities welcome. Bring yourself and a partner. Make sure to bring your inside shoes and water bottle. Payment must be made before the start of class. Pomeroy

Feather Fit

Looking to stay mobile? At Feather Fit, participants will do strength developing movements with minimal or no weight with an objective to maintain or increase mobility. This program is recommended for actively aging individuals that want to enhance their physical fitness levels. All equipment will be provided, simply show up in comfortable clothing and get ready to move! All fitness levels are welcome! NOTE: Participants will be required to complete a health screening waiver and may require doctor clearance prior to participation.

Zumba

Get ready to get active to the beat! Join Tiffany for an upbeat class with movements, laughs, and music! Bring your water bottles and active gear for an encouraging and motivating group atmosphere!

North Peace Leisure Pool Fitness

Aqua Fitness Schedule October 3 - December 31, 2023

Pre-registration is required for Aqua Float, Fitness Swimmer, Aqua Tots, and Learn to Dive. Schedules are subject to change without notice.

*Registration required.

Aqua Deep/Shallow | Lap Pool

This class aims to give you a full body work-out while focusing on cardio and balance.

Aqua Float | Lap Pool

This features exercise on AquaBases! Similar to a paddle board or floating yoga mat, this class really works to develop your core strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility.

Aqua

Cycle | Leisure Pool

A low impact, low resistance, intense workout on stationary spin bikes. Bring water shoes for the ride!

Fitness Swimmer | Lap Pool

For swimmers 8-18 who want to improve their overall physical fitness in the water. Fitness Swimmer provides a structured approach based on accepted training principles and practices including interval training. Recommended be able to swim 50m without stopping.

Aqua Stretch | Leisure Pool

Takes place in the warm leisure pool and has a focus on balance and range of motion.

Aqua Low | Lap Pool

Held in the shallow end of our lap pool, this class is a full body work-out with low intensity movements.

Aqua Tots | Leisure Pool

Held in the leisure pool, this postnatal class helps introduce baby (4 months+) to the water while you socialize with others and bring fitness back into your life.

Learn to Dive | Lap Pool

Teaches youth to dive off diving boards in a safe manner.

Drop-in Pool Fitness Rates

Monthly Pool Fitness Pass Rates

Coming

Oct 4 - NPCS presents Kutapira

Oct 18 - NPCS presents Middle Raged

Oct - Tom Cole presents J st A Li le Haggard

Oct -No - Stage North presents Footloose

No - R mo rs - The Ul mate Fleet ood Mac

Nov 17 - NPCS presents Beethoven Sonatas

� �rank Ho & Joachim Segger

No - SD Band Concert

No - Alchem Dance Collec e

Dec - - NPSS M sical Theatre prod c on

Dec - St dio Stage Dance Academ

Oct

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AQUATICS

Inconnu Swim Club

E: inconnuoffice@gmail.com

W: inconnuswimteam.com

ARCHERY & HUNTING

New Totem Archery Club

P: 250-794-7304

E: newtotemarchery@live.com

W: newtotemarchery.com

North Peace Rod & Gun Club

P: 250-785-9686

W: nprg.ca

ARTS & CULTURE

Drama Club FSJ

E: drama.club.fsj@gmail.com

Fort St. John Public Library

P: 250-785-3731

E: circ@fsjpl.ca

W: fsjpl.ca

Fort St. John Arts Council

P: 250-787-2781

E: info@fsjarts.org

W: fsjarts.org

Fort St. John Literacy Society

P: 250-785-2110

E: executivedirector@fsjliteracy.ca

W: fsjliteracy.ca

Friends of the Library

P: 250-261-1754

MY HANDS MY VOICE

E: myhandsmyvoice123@gmail.com

P: 250-267-0078

North Peace Cultural Centre

P: 250-785-1992

E: execdir@npcc.bc.ca

W: npcc.bc.ca

North Peace Potters’ Guild

E: nppg2017@gmail.com

W: fsjarts.org

North Peace Spinners & Weavers Guild

W: npswg.ca

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

Fort St. John Mixed Slow Pitch

E: jordan.telecor@gmail.com

P: fsjslowpitch.cansite.ca

North Peace Minor Baseball

P: 250-329-5061

E: fliddicoat@gmail.com

W: northpeaceminorbaseball.com

BIKING

Blizzard Bike Club

P: 250-794-1110

E: blizzardbikeclubfsj@gmail.com

W: blizzardbikeclub.com

BOWLING

Fort Bowling Lanes

P: 250-785-8882

W: fortbowlinglanes.ca

COMMUNITY SPORT

Canadian Tire JumpStart

P: 250-787-1142

E: AKent@cantirefsj.ca

W: jumpstart.canadiantrie.ca

Engage Sport North

P: 250-794-3308

E: cdrschiwiski@engagesportnorth.com

W: engagesportnorth.com

KidSport Canada

P: 250-787-5791

E: communitydevelopment@fortstjohn.ca

W: fortstjohn.ca/kidsport-canada

CURLING

Fort St. John Curling Club

P: 250-785-2037

E: fsjcurlingclub@telus.net

W: fsjcurling.com

Taylor Curling Club

P: 250-789-3734

E: taylorcurlingclub@gmail.com

DANCE, MUSIC & GYMNASTICS

Alchemy Dance Collective

P: 250-785-2348

W: alchemydance.ca

E: info@alchemydance.ca

Energetic Edge Cheer Association

E: energeticedgecheer@hotmail.com

Highland Dance

P: 250-785-8896

E: office@studio2stage.ca

W: studio2stage.ca

Mystik Borealis

P: 250-787-1662

E: suzon@awink.com

North Peace Gymnastics

P: 250-787-5327

E: npga@telus.net

W: npga.ca

North Peace Community Choir

E: northpeacecommunitychoir@gmail.com

Northern Winds Community Band

E: NorthernWindsBandFsj@gmail.com

Northern Lights Youth Choir

E: info@thenlyc.com

W: thenlyc.com

Simply Music

P: 250-785-7070

E: info@simplymusic.ca

W: simplymusic.ca

Soul~n~Strings

P: 250-263-4520

E: soulnsstringsfsj@gmail.com

Stoney Violin Studio

P: 250-793-8878

Studio 2 Stage Dance Academy

P: 250-785-8896

E: office@studio2stage.ca

W: studio2stage.ca

The Music House

P: 250-263-4233

E: musichouse345@gmail.com

EQUESTRIAN & AGRICULTURAL

Northern Horse & Mule Harness Association

P: 250-262-6259

E: nhmha.harnessclub@gmail.com

W: nhmha-harnessclub.ca

North Peace Light Horse Association

P: 250-787-7153

E: nplighthorse@gmail.com

W: nplha.ca

North Peace Ride for the Disabled

E: lana.neitz@hotmail.com

Peace Country Barrel Racing Association

W: pcbra.ca

FITNESS & HEALTH

Blue Moon Yoga & Wellness

P: 250-262-6798

E: bbluemoonyoga@gmail.com

Cornerstone Yoga Collective

P: 250-793-7891

E: info@cornerstoneyoga.ca

W: cornerstoneyoga.ca

Crossfit 187

P: 250-329-4477

E: crossfit187@hotmail.ca

W: crossfit187.com

Gators Gym

P: 250-264-0005

E: gatorsgym@gmail.com

W: gatorsgym.ca

Good Life Fitness

P: 250-787-0477

W: goodlifefitness.com

Hot Mama Health & Fitness

E:amanda.s@hotmamafit.com

W: hotmamafit.com

Jazzercise

P: 250-793-7406

E: e.brody@hotmail.com

W: jazzercise.com

Prevail Athletics

P: 250-787-1808

W: prevailathleticsfsj.com

Soul Space Yoga Community

P: 250-264-7428

E: tammy@soulspaceyoga.ca

W: soulspaceyoga.ca

The Gym

P: 250-785-7939

VIVE Spin Studio

E: info@vivespinstudio.com

W: vivespinstudio.com

Tai Chi and Qi Gong

Willow Moon Internal Arts

P: 250-787-9779

E: willowmooninternalarts@gmail.com

W: willowmooninternalarts.ca

ZENYAHWEH Fitness

P: 250-263-2156

E: info@zenyahweh.com

W: zenyahweh.com

GOLF

Fort St. John Links Golf Course

P: 250-785-9995

E: proshop@fortstjohnlinks.com

W: fortstjohnlinks.com

Lakepoint Golf & Country Club

P: 250-785-5566

E: proshop@lakepoint.ca

W: lakepoint.ca

Lone Wolf Golf Club

P: 250-789-3711

E: LJ@lonewolfgolf.ca

W: lonewolfgolf.ca

HOCKEY & SKATING

Fort St. John Figure Skating Club

P: 250-787-1301

E: fsjfsc@telus.net

W: fsjfsc.com

Fort St. John Minor Hockey

P: 250-787-7133

E: fsjmha@outlook.com

W: fsjminorhockey.ca

Fort St. John Rec Hockey

W: carhahockey.ca/fort-st-john-rec-league

Fort St. John Elks Speed Skating Club

E: info@fsjspeedskating.com

W: fsjspeedskating.com

North Peace Eagles Ladies Hockey

P: 250-927-2176

E: riss_jay@hotmail.com

Peace Passage Skating Club

E: peace.passage@yahoo.ca

W: peacepassage.ca

LACROSSE

Fort St. John Minor Lacrosse

P: 250-263-5489

E: info@fsjmla.ca

W: fsjminorlacrosse.com

MARTIAL ARTS

Engage Can Ryu Jiu Jitsu

P: 250-271-6848

W: engagefitness01@hotmail.com

Iron Forge Fight & Fitness

E: ironforgefsj@gmail.com

Northern Tigers Shotokan Karate Association

P: 250-793-7777

Northern Rockies Karate-do

P: 250-401-1130

E: chitoryukarate@gmail.com

Red Dragon Martial Arts

P: 250-329-4125

E: benmarsh101@hotmail.com

MOTOR SPORTS

Fort St. John Motocross Association

E: fsjmotoclub@gmail.com

W: fsjmotoclub.com

Moose ATV Club

E: mooseatvclub@gmail.com

W: mooseatvclub.com

Northland Trailblazers Snowmobile Club

E: northlandtrailblazers@hotmail.com

W: northlandtrailblazers.com

Peace Country River Rats Boat Club

E: admin@peacecountryriverrats.ca

W: peacecountryriverrats.ca

RACQUET

SPORTS

Peace Region Badminton Club

P: 250-793-8385

E: regionpeace@gmail.com

Peace Country Pickleball Association

E: peacecountrypickleball@gmail.com

SKIING

Big Bam Ski Hill

P: 250-263-4260

E: bigbamskiresort@hotmail.com

W: bigbam.ca

Whiskey Jack Nordic Ski Club

E: whiskeyjacknsc@gmail.com

W: whiskeyjacknordic.ca

SOCCER

Fort St. John Men’s Soccer

E: northpeacesoccer@gmail.com

SPECIAL INTEREST

1st Fort St. John Scouts

P: 250-329-5336

E: phallon.stoutenburg@scouts.ca

W: scouts.ca

2276 PPCLI - Army Cadets

P: 250-787-5323

E: 2276army@cadets.gc.ca

W: 2276armycadets.ca

Achievers Toastmasters Club

P: 778-256-1890

E: achieversfsj@gmail.com

W: toastmasters.org

BC Sailing

E: davidscottmoncrieff@gmail.com

Energetic City Roller Derby Association

E: ecrda@outlook.com

Fort St. John Classic Cruisers (Car Club)

P: 250-787-5261

E: bgdurand@telus.net

W: fsjclassiccruisers.com

Girl Guides of Canada - Alcan District

E: campdarnall.alcan.ggc@gmail.com

W: girlguides.ca

J&J Hoot & Howl Pre School

P: 250-787-7319

E: hootandhowlpreschool@gmail.com

Kin Club of Fort St. John

E: president@kinclubfsj.com

North Peace Mom’s Play Group

E: northpeacemomsplaygroup@gmail.com

W: npmpg.com

North Peace Pride Society

E: nppridesociety@gmail.com

W: northpeacepridesociety.ca

Special Olympics Fort St. John

P: 250-570-1455

E: jwebster@specialolympics.bc.ca

W: specialolympics.ca/british-columbia/communities/fort-st-john

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