Summer 2023 Recreation and Leisure Guide

Summer Guide

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

Learn more about our Off-leash Dog Park

PARTY ON AT THE POOL

Information on Pool Party Packages

MUSIC IN THE PARK

Check out FREE shows at Centennial Park

BECOME A LIFEGUARD

A wide variety of courses and training available

ICE ICE BABY

Book skating lessons for August!

Planning a special event on municipal property?

Many events, festivals, celebrations and gatherings in Fort St. John are classified as special events. Any event or activity occurring on municipal property (green spaces, parks, streets, sidewalks and parking lots) will need to submit a permit application.

Some special events that require a permit:

• BICYCLE/FOOT RACES

• SIDEWALK SALES

• PARADES

• WEDDINGS

• CELEBRATIONS

• FUNDRAISERS

• OPEN AIR CONCERTS

• CAR SHOWS

Scan QR Code to visit our Special Events Permit Page:

• Requirements

• Application Form

• Maps of the City

• & More!

What’s next? - Check out our Special Event Permit Process Fill out an application* We’ll call you

Fill out a Special Events Permit Application Form and drop off at Pomeroy Sport Centre or send to reservations@fortstjohn.ca.

To apply, you will need the following documentation:

• COPY OF INSURANCE

• EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

• SITE MAP

• OTHER INFORMATION MAY BE REQUIRED

Questions?

Our Staff will contact you via email or phone in 48 business hours to further discuss your event.

Pay the Special Event Fee

Fee is due prior to the event. Rates can vary depending on the requirements for the event. *Permit

Get approved!

email reservations@fortstjohn.ca call 250-785-4592 fortstjohn.ca

Publication Dates*

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

• Cafe

• 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

• Hot tub (under repair)

• Cardio fitness 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.

Parks

Outdoor Activities

Edible Gardens

Even though our spring and summer seasons are not as long as we would like, we are still pretty lucky we can grow a great variety of edible goodies to enjoy! Many municipal facility gardens are planted with edible fruit trees, shrubs and flowers. These can be picked for free when the time is right.

Heritage Park

Located on the corner of 98 Street and 107 Avenue, Heritage Park is planted with rhubarb, chives, strawberries, gooseberries, haskap, and a variety of vegetable annuals.

City Hall

Gardens around City Hall are planted with a variety of annual vegetables.

Pomeroy Sport Centre

All the vegetation outside the Pomeroy Sport Centre facility is planted with native species to the north and most of them are edible, including rhubarb, strawberries, sour cherries, and a wide variety of apple trees.

Walking Trails

Whether you are looking for a quick loop around the block, to take in a bit of the forest, or to find the fastest route... there is an extensive trail system throughout the City.

TRAIL GUIDELINES

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

• No unauthorized motorized vehicles permitted on the trails

• Use trash receptacles provided

• Be courteous towards other trail users

• Use the trail in a safe manner

• Dogs must be leashed in public places except the off-leash dog park

Check out our amazing park locations on page 12

Mathews Park Upgrades

We're excited to announce some upcoming changes to Mathews Park based on the feedback we received from the Let's Talk Mathews Park public engagement that began last year! We heard from over 300 respondents about what they love about the park and how it can be improved, and we're thrilled to be making the following updates:

• Upgrades to Basketball Court: 2 half courts and 6 nets

• Fitness Obstacle Course: Providing older children and adults with a fun and challenging way to enjoy the park

• Play Structure: The existing structure will be removed

• Upgrades to Swings: New accessible and traditional swings, allowing all abilities to enjoy the park

• Rubberized Tile Surfacing: The equipment areas of the park will be updated with new rubberized tile surfacing, providing a safer and more comfortable surface to walk & play on

• Parking Lot and Trail Connection: Improvements will be made to the parking lot and trail connections in the park, making it easier to access and navigate the park

Please stay out of active construction zones and follow all signage rules.

PARK PLAY RULES

• Adult supervision is recommended for children under 12

• Not recommended for use when the playground is wet

• Not recommended for use when the ground is frozen

• Proper footwear is recommended

• Use playground equipment for designed purpose

What is Pickleball?!

Although pickleball has been around since 1965, its sudden surge in popularity is recent. You can drop in and try out the new craze at Pomeroy Sport Centre court sports (see page 12) or give it a whirl on the new pickleball courts located in Kin Park! Checkout the official rules: pickleballcanada.org/play-and-learn.

THE QUIRKIER RULES OF PICKLEBALL

Pickleball is something of a mix between tennis, racquetball and ping pong. Players use special paddles and a wiffle ball, and games take place on tennis courts with specific pickleball lines. Nets and court sizes are smaller than their tennis counterparts, and the most common game is doubles, but singles is possible. It has its own set of quirky rules — for instance, try to stay out of the “kitchen”— but they’re easy to learn.

THE KITCHEN

This 7-foot section of the court is on either side of the net at the front. Pickleball players cannot hit balls out of the air with volleys if standing in this area.

COURT RULES

TWO BOUNCE RULE

Both teams must play their first shot after letting the ball bounce. The receiving team must let the serve bounce and the serving team must let the return of the serve bounce before playing it.

10-SECOND RULE

Pickleball has instituted a 10-second rule to discourage those players who take forever to serve. If 10 seconds elapse without a serve, the ref can issue a technical warning. If this delay continues, referees can choose to award the opposing team a point.

• No skateboards, bikes, scooters or in-line skates

• No food or glass

• No pets

• Use courts at your own risk

Report concerns about or misuse of City Property:

dog Days of summer @ the Dog Park

Our 9-acre Off-leash Dog park is found at the Northwest corner of Tobaggan Hill Park includes a parking lot with over 30 stalls, lighted multi-surface trails, benches and picnic tables, three size-separated areas, multiple double-gated entrances, and a dog water fountain.

Off-leash Dog Park Rules

• No dogs without people

• Maintain verbal control of your dog at all times

• Dogs must wear a collar or harness – no spike, prong, or pinch collars allowed

• No aggressive dogs – this includes posturing or mounting behavior

• If your dog gets in a fight, exchange contact information and leave the park

• Dogs must be licensed and immunized

• No dogs in heat allowed

• Monitor un-neutured dogs closely

• Children under 10 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian

• No glass – and use caution bringing food into the park

• Clean up after your dog

Bylaws for Dog Owners

• Dogs must be leashed in public places except the off-leash dog park

• Clean up after your dog

• Dogs left in vehicles are required to have shade, ventilation and water to drink

• Do not allow your dog on school grounds, ball diamonds, playgrounds, or in the Rotary Spray Park

• Failure to obey these bylaws can result in a $150-200 fine

Outdoor Activities DOG

COURSE COURTESY

Remain quiet and avoid unnecessary movements while others are throwing.

Stand behind the player who is throwing until throw is complete.

Remove disc from the basket after completing the hole.

Allow faster groups to play through when possible.

Wait for other park users to move off the course before throwing a disc.

Do not alter the course (trees, bushes, or other objects) in any way.

Have you tried the disc golf course yet?

It’s like golf - except instead of hitting a ball into a hole, you throw a disc into a basket.

How to play

The goal is to play each hole with the fewest throws possible

Use a disc golf disc or, if you don’t have one yet, you can play with any throwing disc or Frisbee

You start each hole throwing from a tee pad. Choose the tee pad difficulty you want to play, blue being the most difficult and green being the easiest.

The player with the least amount of strokes on the previous hole is the first to tee off at the next hole. After all players have teed off, the player whose disc is farthest from the hole throws first.

NORTH PEACE SECONDARY SCHOOL

A disc that comes to rest in the disc golf basket or suspended in the chains makes the successful completion of that hole.

If a throw lands out of bounds, it must be played from a point up to 1 meter in bounds from where the disc crossed over the out of bounds line. Roads, paved trails, private property, and park boundaries are all usually out of bounds.

Looking to play with other people or in friendly competitions? Check out the FSJ Disc Sports Club on Facebook

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

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

Visitor Information Centre

Pomeroy Sport Centre

Washroom Locations

*Hours may vary

Mathews Park

Toboggan Hill Park

Centennial Park

Festival Plaza

Garrison Landing Trail

Kin Park Clubhouse

Surerus North Washroom

Surerus Clubhouse

*Available May 1 - Sept 30

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, 1.877.785.6037 or e-mail visitorinfo@fortstjohn.ca.

Northern Vac Track

Too windy 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 your clean indoor shoes!

Visitor Centre Hours

Spring/Summer (May - September)

Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 9am - 6pm

Open for summer Statutory Holidays

Walking Track Hours

Spring/Summer (May - September)

Monday - Friday* 8am - 8pm

Saturday & Sunday 8am - 8pm

Closed all Statutory Holidays

*Closed to the public from 8:30am-9:30am from Monday to Friday during the school year, due to ELC booking.

Pomeroy Sport Centre

Summer Ice Schedule (August 29 –

Schedules are subject to change without notice.

Table Tennis & Basketball

Free for participants during Visitor Centre hours. Table tennis and basketball equipment available for sign-out at the Visitor Information Centre.

Drop in Hockey

Hockey players 16 years and older can drop in for hockey. NOTE : Full equipment must be worn. Sign in and pay at the Front Desk of the Pomeroy Sport Centre prior to play.

PETRONAS Free Skate

Everyone is welcome to join us on Sundays for the PETRONAS Free Skate. NOTE: Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by guardian 16 years and older. Free Admission, helmets are recommended.

Fast Skate

This session requires moderate to excellent skating skills, ideal for confident skaters. Participants are expected to move at a fast pace with minimal stopping on the ice. Helmets are recommended. 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 at least 16 years of age. No skate patrol is present for this session.

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. NOTE: Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian who is 16 years and older. Helmets are recommended.

Public Skate

Everyone is welcome to skate at this session! Have a leisurely skate while at the Pomeroy Sport Centre. This session is ideal for young children, beginners, or individuals who simply want to get out and skate!

Skate Rentals

Skate rentals are available from Hard Edge Sports, located on the first floor of the Pomeroy Sport Centre. Rentals cost $6.00 per pair. All skate rentals are for Pomeroy Sport Centre use only. For more information, contact the Hard Edge Sports directly at 250-785-1222. NOTE: Skate sessions do not have age restriction. Children 8 years and younger must be accompanied on the ice by a guardian 16 years of age or older.

Additional Information

Refunds for public programming are not available.

Skating Drop-in Rates

Tax applies to drop-in fees

Facility Closure Dates

Canada Day: Saturday, July 1 CLOSED

BC Day: Monday, August 7 CLOSED

Labour Day: Monday, September 4 CLOSED

Speedskating Provincial Camp: Sunday, September 24 NO PETRONAS FREE SKATE

Free Amenities:

Table Tennis, Basketball, & Play Structure

9am - 8pm

& Rates

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 & 7 and Younger

Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian 16+ and must remain within arms reach at all times. Ratio of children 7 years and under to adults is 3:1. All swimmers 8+ must obtain and wear a wristband.

Water Diapers

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

Lifejackets

Complimentary to all swimmers.

Birthday Parties & Private Rentals

Ask at the front desk for availability of birthday parties and private rentals.

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 drink on pool deck.

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North Peace Leisure Pool

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

Canada Day: Saturday, July 1 CLOSED

BC Day: Monday, August 7 CLOSED

Annual Maintenance Shutdown: Sept 3 to Oct 2 CLOSED

Waterslide (Weather permitting)

Monday - Saturday 1 - 9pm Sunday 1 - 5pm

Diving Board

Monday - Friday 1 - 3:30pm/8-10pm

Saturday 1 - 9pm

Sunday 1 - 5pm

Floating Obstacle Course

Climb, jump, and slide on the NPLP’s floating obstacle course:

Saturday 1 - 6pm July 8 | August 5

Wednesday 1 - 9 pm July 19 | August 9 & 30

Midweek Mayhem Wednesday

Activity Leader 10 - 11am (Preschool activities) Activity Leader 5 - 6pm & 7 - 9pm (School age activities)

Pool Schedule (July 2 - September 2, 2023) Schedules are subject to change without notice

Schedules & Rates

For the most current and up to date pool schedules visit: fortstjohn.ca/north-peace-leisure-pool. For pool rental information email pool@fortstjohn.ca • To book a pool rental, visit fortstjohn.ca/activenet and search “pool party”

Drop-in & Monthly Pass Rates

For the swimming lessons schedule, view pages 20 - 24.

For the pool fitness schedule, view page 32.

Community Connection Benefit Program |APPLY NOW

The North Peace Community Foundation and the City of Fort St. John have partnered with ConocoPhillips to help you strengthen your neighborhood through the Community Connections Benefit Program. Apply to lead a project in your neighborhood and receive a small grant. For more information email ccpb@northpeacecf.com or visit northpeacecf. com/programs-grants

Yard Waste Drop-off | June 10, July 8, August 31, September 16

Bring your yard waste to North Peace Arena. Accepted materials include leaves, grass clippings, plant trimmings, sod, twigs, and branches, and Black Knot infested branches. Material that will not be accepted include bags, processed lumber, trees, food scraps, and dog wastes. Please do not drop off materials before 10 am. For times and locations visit: fortstjohn.ca/yard-waste.

Canada Day Celebrations | July 1

The Canada Day Celebrations are free to attend and everyone is invited! This event includes a pancake breakfast, parade, an on-stage ceremony, culturally infused Indigenous dancing and drumming, music, inflatables, food vendors, a Farmer’s Market, the Classic Car Cruisers Show, and so much more! For updates as the planning unfolds visit: fortstjohn.ca/canada-day-celebrations.

Be a Hometown Tourist Month | July 4 - July 31

Get out and experience all that the Energetic City has to offer! Our Visitor Centre staff have put together a passport of activities, things to try, and select deals at local businesses in Fort St. John. Pick up your passport at the Visitor Centre or print it off at home starting July 4 (available at fortstjohn.ca). Take your passport to each Hometown Tourist venue, support their business, and get a stamp! Once you collected as many stamps as possible, submit your passport at the Visitor Centre for a chance to win a prize basket! Passports must have at least 1 stamp to be entered. The individual with the most stamps will automatically win a prize. All other passports will be put in a random draw to win prizes (including gift cards and swag from participating businesses).

Geocaching | July 4 - September 30

The Recreation Team have hidden trinkets all over the Energetic City and we want you to find them! Download the Geocaching App for free and see how many you can find! Use the app to track your find, leave comments, and even make your own geocaches for others to find! This activity is for all ages.

Music in the Park | July 20 - September 7

Music in the Park by Bruised Orange Productions and the City of Fort St. John returns this summer. Join us at the Centennial Park Stage every Thursday evening from 6:30-8pm for live music. This event is free for the community and will feature local and visiting bands/musicians. Bring your blankets, chairs, the entire family, and make Music in the Park a weekly event! This event takes place at the Centennial Park Stage unless it’s raining, then we will pop over to the Festival Plaza for a little overhead protection. The event may be moved or postponed in the event of extreme weather, stay tuned to our City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook page for up to date information. Save the date, on July 27 and August 10, local breweries will be offering beer for purchase.

BC Day Scavenger Hunt | August 1 - 31

This free British Columbia Scavenger Hunt contest will run from August 1-31. Check the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook page every Monday in August for crossword clues. Two clues will be released (one across and one down). These Facebook clues will lead you to a local spot where you will find the actual crossword clues that fill in the puzzle. Individuals who complete their crossword will be entered to win a BC staycation prize!

National Disc Golf Day | August 5

Haven't tried the Toboggan Hill Disc Golf Course yet? National Disc Golf Day is the perfect occasion to give it a whirl. Park at the upper lot (off of 96 Ave) between 11am-1pm, check in with our staff at the top of the hill, and play a round! All participants will be entered to win a grand prize package with disc golf swag. Participants are required to bring their own equipment, this is a free event.

Movie In The Pool - Avatar: The Way Of Water | August 12

Grab a floatie while you watch a movie in the leisure pool. This movie is rated PG-13.

National Geocaching Day | August 19

Download the official Geocaching App for free and find trinkets all over the Energetic City! We've added new locations all over Fort St. John in honour of this day! Heading out? Take a photo of your hunt for geocaches and be entered to win a prize! Photos can be submitted to recreation@fortstjohn.ca.

Peace Region Poker Ride | August 19

Start your engines for a ride throughout the Peace Region! Riders will stop at Visitor Centre locations in Hudson's Hope, Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Dawson Creek, Taylor and Fort St. John. Fort St. John riders will start at the Pomeroy Sport Centre and check in with Visitor Centre staff. At each destination, riders will draw a card to make up a poker hand. Registration is required, but buying a poker hand is optional. The participant with the top poker hand will win half the registration pot and the other half will go to a local charity. Breakfast for participants will be provided at 7:30 am and the ride will go from 9am - 5pm.

Community One Stop | September 9

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. For more information visit: fortstjohn.ca/one-stop.

Thank you PETRONAS Skate | September 10

Thank you PETRONAS Energy! Join us on the Pomeroy Sport Centre Oval from 1:30-3:30pm and 4:30-6:30pm for the first PETRONAS Free Skate of the season. All ages and skating abilities welcome. 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.

Energetic Amazing Race | September 23

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 and adult division. Come up with a great costume ideas, there will be prizes for best adult team costume and best family team costume. Teams must register in advance by calling or stopping by the Fort St. John Visitor Centre. NOTE: All participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to racing. Free event.

Pull The Plug Pool Party | September 30

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

JULY 20 - SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • CENTENNIAL PARK STAGE

Enjoy local and visiting bands/musicians every Thursday from 6:30 - 8:00pm.

Bring your blanket, a picnic dinner, and enjoy some evening music.

SAVE THE DATE - JULY 27 & AUGUST 10: Music in the Park will feature local breweries.

Swim for Life | Ages: 4M - 12Y

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.

Swim Evaluations

In early 2023 the North Peace Leisure Pool transitioned to Lifesaving Society swimming lessons, the transition has introduced a new set of criteria for classes. We encourage swimmers who haven’t taken lessons in a year or more to stop in for a free swim lesson evaluation to ensure swimmers are registering for the proper lesson to challenge their ability.

Swim Evaluations | All Ages

Swim for Life | Ages: 4M - 5Y

SCHEDULE (see descriptions on page 16)

JELLYFISH/GOLDFISH (Starfish/Duck)*

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Starfish/Duck transitioned to Jellyfish/Goldfish.

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Sea Turtle transitioned to Seahorse.

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Salamander transitioned to Crab.

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Sunfish transitioned to Orca.

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Sea Otter transitioned to Octopus.

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Crocodile transitioned to Sea Lion.

Swim for Life | Ages: 5-12Y

January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Level

*In January we transitioned to the Lifesaving Society Swim For Life program. Level 2/3 transitioned to Swimmer 2.

*In

1 transitioned to Swimmer 1.

Private Swimming Lessons

We have one-on-one custom lessons for swimmers of any level or age, as well as private lessons designed for Parent & Tot, Preschool, or Swimmer 1 or 2 levels. Discount for two participants. Please call the North Peace Leisure Pool for more information or to enroll a second swimmer: 250-787-8178. IMPORTANT: Swimmers working on Jellyfish, Goldfish, and Seahorse skills require a caregiver in the water during private lessons.

use this code in activenet to register

OVVIAN HILL

CREATESPACE PUBLIC ART RESIDENCY is a national public art residency program by Canadian public arts organization, STEPS designed in collaboration with the City of Fort St. John to provide early and mid-career Black, Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Metis), and People of Colour racialized artists with the skills, relationships and practical experience needed to take their public art practices to the next level. This CreateSpace Artist in Residency is awarded to the talented, Filipino Sculptor, Ovvian Castrillo-Hill. This summer and fall Ovvian will bring a unique temporary public art piece to the Fort St. John community!

The North Peace Cultural Society has been the hub of arts and community in Fort St. John since it opened its doors in June of 1992. We are a non-profit organization that relies on donations from the community to thrive and are governed by the North Peace Cultural Society.

Please see our Refund policy on page 2 before registering

Private Skating Lessons

Using the Active Communities Learn to Skate Program, participants will complete 5 lessons over 5 consecutive days. Students will work on balance, stopping, turning, and getting more comfortable on the ice. Students will develop 6 levels of skills and be given a report card to showcase how much progress they made. Want to skate with a buddy or sibling? Second skaters receive a discount for signing up for the same lesson. Maximum 2 skaters per group - registration must be done together and participants should be of similar age or skating ability. Prerequisites: 3 years of age or older. Participants are required to bring their own equipment (skates, helmets, layers, and so on).

DO NOT DROP OFF YOUR MATERIALS BEFORE 10am

June 10 10am - 3pm

North Peace Arena

July 8 10am - 1pm

North Peace Arena

August 12 10am - 1pm

North Peace Arena

ACCEPTABLE MATERIALS:

September 16 10am - 1pm

North Peace Arena

October 14 10am - 1pm

North Peace Arena

November 4 10am - 1pm

Home Hardware - Pumpkin Plunge

 Leaves  Grass clippings  Plant trimmings

 Sod  Twigs & Branches

 Black Knot infected branches or trees (in their own bin)

NOT ACCEPTED:

 Bags  Processed lumber  Trees

 Food scraps  Dog waste

 Cement  Rocks  Dirt

Bouncing Beans

Bring your little one(s) to the Kids Arena Fieldhouse for 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 at fortstjohn.ca/activenet. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook page for regular notices or possible cancellations.

Fieldhouse Party Packages

Come bounce with us at the Kids Arena Fieldhouse for your upcoming celebration! INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL: 1.5 hours of play on the pitch for up to 25 children. Your choice of 2 bouncers, a variety of sports equipment, and options of games to play. There will be a designated area for cake and presents. NOTE: Packages are available on Saturday and Sunday only. Packages are available on a first come, first served basis. Packages may not be available on select days. For more information or to book, visit fortstjohn.ca/activenet.

Midweek Mayhem

Use of the floating obstacle course during public swim and enjoy some summer fun with a games leader between 5- 6pm & 7- 9pm. This activity is for school aged children.

Play in the park

Join the Recreation team this summer for free play at different City Parks every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am-11:30am! There will be toys, sports equipment, interactive activities and more for everyone to enjoy! View the schedule below for dates and locations. NOTE: This program is free but parents/ guardians are required to stay and supervise their children at all times. Participants should come dressed to get messy/ play. Recommended for children age 1 -12 years of age. Follow the City of Fort St. John Recreation Facebook page for regular notices or possible cancellations.

Midweek Mayhem Preschool Playtime

Join our activity leader for some fun in the water with your preschooler!

@113 Avenue

July 27 Princess Crescent 20 Princess Crescent

Aug 1 Centennial Park 9505 100 Street

Aug 3 Triangle Park 104 Street @112 Ave

Aug 8 Panorama Ridge 88 Street @114 Avenue

Aug 10 Pickell Park 106 Street @102 Ave

Aug 15 Tot Lot 76 Street @91 Ave

Aug 17 Panorama Ridge 88 Street @114 Avenue

Aug 22 Centennial Park 9505 100 Street

Aug 24 Tot Lot 76 Street @91 Ave

Aug 29 Concorde Park 91 Street @113 Avenue

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.

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 non stop fun! NOTE: No peanuts or nuts in lunches. Campers are required to come prepared with all their own items (i.e. skates, swimming gear, indoor shoes, etc.). For more information or to register your child, visit fortstjohn.ca/activenet. Questions or comments can be emailed to camp@fortstjohn.ca.

StoryWalk

Bring the family outside to a StoryWalk each month this summer, while enjoying the fresh air! Story pages will be posted along the trail at different City Parks for families to walk and read together! Story pages will stay up throughout the week for your reading convenience. The Fort St. John Public Library will be coming by to help facilitate these sessions, on the Tuesday of each of the StoryWalk weeks, from 11 am – 1 pm!

Jul 24-30

Aug 14-Sep 20

Sep 11-17

Garrison Landing

Toboggan Hill Park

Fish Creek

Summer Camp

School’s out for Summer! The City of Fort St. John is bringing back Summer Camp at the Pomeroy Sport Centre. Keep busy with a whole week filled with pitch activities, swimming, games, crafts, movies, and more! Meet new friends, try new activities, and have non-stop fun during your Summer holiday! NOTE: No peanuts or nuts in lunches. Campers are required to come prepared with all their own items (i.e. swimming gear, indoor shoes, etc.). For more information or to register you child, visit fortstjohn.ca/activenet. Questions or comments can be emailed to camp@fortstjohn.ca.

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.

Children & Families

JOHN LAMBERT

RECLAIM Public Art Residency is a program to support mid-career artists in their pursuit of public art practices. RECLAIM also focuses on the upcycling of artwork construction materials. This STEPS program in collaboration with the City of Fort St. John is awarded to 3rd Generation First Nation Carver, John Lambert. This summer John will lead a small cohort of youth and young adults through completing a 3 dimensional piece of temporary public art. This Summer we will see a temporary installation using reclaimed and upcycled materials in Fort St. John!

Bronze Cross

The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision. Bronze Cross training 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. Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion Certificate.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Deck Age: 13Y+ Jul 10-14 M-F 10am-3pm $270.36 11320

Bronze Medallion

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. Prerequisites: 13 years of age or Bronze Star Certificate.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 13Y+ Jul 18-22 M-F 10am-3pm

Lifesaving 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+ Jul 18-22 M-F 10am-3pm

National Lifeguard

The National Lifeguard Pool Certification is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required by lifeguards. This course emphasizes lifeguarding skills, principles, practices, and the decision-making processes that will assist a lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments. Prerequisites: 15 years of age or older, Bronze Cross Certificate, Proof of Standard First Aid with CPR-C or Aquatic Emergency Care (MUST be shown on the first day of the course). NOTE: Emergency First Aid and Occupational First Aid Level 1 are NOT equivalent to Standard First Aid CPR C. IMPORTANT: Admittance to this course will be denied if prerequisites are not met and no refund will be given. Please arrive to class with your original certification documentation (no photocopies) and government-issued photo ID.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 15Y+ Aug 14-25

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 Blended First Aid is accepted by WorkSafe BC as Equivalent to OFA Level 1. This course requires 8 hours of online training and 8 hours of in-class skills assessment.

North Peace Leisure Pool - Meeting Room Age: 15Y+ Aug 8-Aug 9

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Swim Patrol: Rookie, Ranger, & Star

Recommended: Completed Swimmer 6. 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.

DAYS SINCE LAST POOL CONTAMINATION

Infants and toddlers are REQUIRED to wear swim diapers. Ask for one at the front counter!

Don’t enter the pool ill or injured. This includes diarrhea, vomiting, open sores, bandages, head colds, discharging ears or nose, or ear infections.

Delay your visit until 48 hours after illness symptoms end.

How to reduce the chance of your child having an accident in the pool:

• Don’t feed children a big meal right before entering the pool

• Take young children on bathroom breaks every 20 minutes

• Ensure you use a SWIM diaper for all infants and toddlers (not a regular disposable or cloth diaper)

• Don’t go to the pool within 48 hours of any illness symptoms

Barre Fitness

Barre fitness is the new group fitness craze at the Pomeroy Sport Centre Studio! Barre is an infusion of flexibility, strength and Pilates style exercises rooted in ballet. This class will be a full body workout to lengthen and strengthen muscles. There is no dance experience required and instructor Tanisha will guide all participants through an hour of total-body exercise. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

Pomeroy Sport Centre - Studio Age: 15Y+

Sep 11-Oct 2 M 7-8pm $10.00 11659

Country Dance Lessons

Country Dance Lessons are back this summer! Whether you have two left feet or just want to refresh your skills, instructor Diana will make sure you perfect the two-step, polka, schottische, heel-toe, butterfly, and waltz. This six-week lesson set will have you burning up the dance floor in no time! Diana has been teaching lessons for a long time and is willing to work with dancers of all ages and abilities. Singles & couples welcome! Please bring your inside shoes and water bottle.

Pomeroy Sport Centre - Studio Age: 15Y+

Jul 6-Aug 3 Th 7-8pm $50.00 11660

Aug 10-Sep 7 Th 7-8pm $50.00 11660

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 (50 years of age and older) 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

Pomeroy Sport Centre - Studio Age: 50Y+

Outdoor Summer Walking Challenge

Hit your favourite trail system, park, or any outdoor location in the region and get stepping! Use the provided tracking sheet and record how much progress you make between July 2 and August 31! Fitness prizes will be awarded to the individuals who log the longest distances. Tracking Sheets will be available starting June 16 at fortstjohn.ca. Print them off at home or stop by the Visitor Centre and pick one up. Completed tracking sheets can be emailed to recreation@fortstjohn.ca NOTE: This is a self-tracked honour system that should only include distance/time walked during outdoors. Participants may use technology (fitbits, etc.) for reference but must only record distances walked on tracking sheets. Steps will not be counted as a tracking system.

Youth Flag Football

Are you looking to get your children out of the house? Do your kids enjoy watching football? Maybe they will enjoy PLAYING football!? Sign them up for the Youth Flag Football sessions happening this summer. Participants will practice and play skills through drills and scrimmages. They will learn the rules, develop their skills and learn the importance of playing as a team. All levels focus on player development, having fun, and sportsmanship. All skill levels and abilities welcome.

North Peace Secondary School Age: 9-14Y

Jul 10, 11, Aug 14, & 15 M-T 6-7:30pm FREE 11671

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!

Pomeroy Sport Centre - Studio Age: 16Y+

Sports & Fitness programming is subject to cancellation. For regular updates on our classes follow “City of Fort St. John - Recreation” on Facebook

North Peace Leisure Pool Fitness

Aqua Fitness Schedule July 2 - September 2, 2023

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

Aqua Deep/Shallow * Lap Pool

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

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 of any age 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 25m without stopping.*Registration required

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

This postnatal class helps introduce baby (4months +) to the water while you get to socialize with others and bring fitness back into your life. Held in the shallow end of our lap pool, this class is a full body work-out with low intensity movements.

Drop-in Pool Fitness Rates

Monthly Pool Fitness Pass Rates

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

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

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

World Gym

P: 250-787-1808

E: worldgym.com/ftsaintjohn

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

W: fsjsoccer.com

Fort St. John Soccer Club

P: 250-787-5425

W: fsjsoccer@telus.net

E: fsjsoccer.com

Fort St. John Women’s Soccer

E: fsjwsl@gmail.com

W: fsjwsl.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

City of Fort St. John is not responsible for the conduct of listees. This list is not a guarantee or endorsement by the City of Fort St. John. This list is not comprehensive and is designed to provide a service to the community.

CANADA DAY

CELEBRATIONs JULY 1

Parade @ 10am

Pancake Breakfast at the Fire Hall 8:30-10:30am

Centennial Park Activities 10am-4pm

Doodle Board & Face Painting

Inflatables & Mini Golf

Alice’s Garden Interactive

Scavenger Hunt

Doig River Drummers

Indigenous Dancers

Sensory Tent

Show & Shine & Museum Tours

& so much MORE!

Beer Garden & Live Music

Festival Plaza @ 6pm

fortstjohn.ca/canada-day-celebrations