Information You Can Find Inside...
Message from the Director
Indoor Programs
Aquatic Programs
Community Arenas
Special Events
At Your Leisure
Program & Facility Information
How to Book a Facility
Facility & Office Closures
Message from the director
“Recreation is the experience that results from freely chosen participation in physical, social, intellectual, creative and spiritual pursuits that enhance individual and community wellbeing.” (Framework for Recreation in Canada 2015, Pathways to Wellbeing)
As the needs of our community and their recreational pursuits continue to evolve, the Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation department along with Miramichi City Council remain invested in providing recreational opportunities that foster the wellbeing of our residents and our community.
Mission Statement
The City of Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department will engage residents of Miramichi in meaningful lifelong recreation experiences that enhance individual and community wellbeing by providing access to enjoyable, high quality, sustainable, and accessible recreational experiences.
Arbec Wellness Centre
With the anticipated opening date of September 2026, construction will continue into 2026 of the Arbec Wellness Centre. The City has worked to bring this project to reality for over 15 years and looks forward to opening the doors in 2026. This facility will be the heart of our community and ensure that our community will have access to quality recreational opportunities, which will enhance the quality of life for all residents of Miramichi and future generations. The Community Wellness and Recreation Department looks forward to welcoming the public into this facility in 2026, and staff are hard at work planning to bring this new state of the art community recreational facility to life.
Community Development
The City of Miramichi recognizes the importance of having the community involved in shaping the future of Miramichi. Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation has enhanced it’s focus on community development by taking a community development approach to program service delivery. The department will strive to provide support to community driven events, initiatives, and programs. An example of this is the Community Development Grant program that has provided financial support to over 60 community initiatives since 2022 totaling approximately $200,000. The department also continues to provide in-kind services to many community events and festivals. It is these type of community initiatives that make our community stronger and more connected.
Message from the director
Facilities:
Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation aims to ensure that all facilities are safe and enjoyable for all users. Parks, trails, and recreation facilities are important in creating a sense of place, which help to bring our community together. These facilities provide critical connections for residents through the natural environment, recreational pursuits, historic appreciation, and social and cultural events. The City of Miramichi continues to invest into our community spaces and recreation facilities, examples of this are the development of the Art Gremley Basketball Courts, Memorial Park,pickleball courts, development of the northern and southern spine, paving of trail systems to promote active transportation, development of winter skating trail, upgrades to accessibility at arenas, expanded usage of the Miramichi Eco-Centre, winter operation of off-leash dog park, playground upgrades, sports field upgrades, upgrades to performance area at Ritchie Wharf, and increased docking and services at Station Wharf Marina. The sense of place these facilities create shapes the cohesive fabric of vision, values and identity of the community while promoting an active lifestyle for all ages. City council along with staff will continue to ensure that sufficient investments are made to our existing assets and will look to improve on the recreational inventory in meeting the current and future needs of our citizens.
Programming:
As you will see from the multiple programs and activities in this brochure, Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation staff and the many volunteers, and volunteer associations have worked extremely hard in providing safe positive recreational opportunities for all residents. We are always looking for new programs and initiatives that meet the needs of our changing population. If you have ideas, suggestions or comments, the department would like to hear from you. You can contact our department in person at our office at 94 General Manson Way, by phone at 623-2300 or by emailing us at miramichirecreation@miramichi.org.
Miramichi Community Wellness and recreation would like to thank you for exploring the many recreational opportunities available in our community, and hope you are able to find the programs, services, and facilities that allow you to live a healthy active lifestyle, and a sense of belonging in our community. RECREATION … the benefits are endless!
Our Core Values...
1) We will ensure that we provide residents with fulfilling and relevant recreation experiences that meet their needs.
2) We will provide meaningful, accessible, and inclusive recreational experiences across the lifespan and to populations that face constraints to participation.
3) We will improve the economic impact recreation has on the City by investing in recreation and promoting the recreational experiences available in the City and region for residents, future residents, newcomers, developers, and visitors.
4) We will provide leadership in increasing awareness of the benefits that meaningful recreational experiences have towards personal health, mental health, emotional health, and social cohesion.
5) We will improve the quality of experiences and access to open spaces, parks, facilities, and programs for residents by meeting the guidelines for universal design.
6) We will build partnerships with community groups, organizations, and individuals to address the unique needs and capacities of the community.
7) We will provide excellent customer service in meeting the needs of all residents and users.
8) We will engage residents and users in the planning of recreational infrastructure and services.
9) We will protect, preserve, and improve our natural assets that benefit the physical and mental health of our community.
10) We will continue to develop facilities, programs and services that are financially responsible, beneficial, and sustainable over the long-term.
Our mission ...
The City of Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department will engage residents of Miramichi in meaningful lifelong recreation experiences that enhance individual and community wellbeing by providing access to enjoyable, high quality, sustainable, and accessible recreational experiences.
RECREATION FACILITY SCHEDULES
September20,2025-June11,2026 MVHS Gym
8:30am-12:00pm Youth Volleyball Clinics (Ends Oct 25)
1:00pm-5:00pm River Hoops Basketball (Sep 21 - May 17)
5:00pm-8:00pm Miramichi Pickleball Club Members
8:00pm-10:00pm U18 Boys Volleyball (Sep 21-Feb 15) 8:00pm-10:00pm Pickleball
MVHS Mezzanine
1:30pm-2:30pm
2:45pm-3:45pm Floor Hockey Party Rentals
Badminton
Pickleball 8:00pm-10:00pm Badminton 6:00pm-9:00pm Pickleball
6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Pick-Up Floor Hockey (Ages 8-12yrs)
MVHS Community Room
2:30pm-6:00pm Party Rental Times
French Fort Cove Eco Centre Main Lobby
1:00pm-3:00pm Senior Carpet Bowling
3:00pm-4:00pm Senior Cornhole Toss
1:00pm-4:00pm River Hoops Basketball (Sep 27 - May 23)
4:00pm-6:00pm Co-Ed Pickup Basketball
1:30pm-2:30pm Floor Hockey Party Rental
2:00pm-5:00pm Party Rental Times
10:00am-2:00pm Newcastle Farmers' Market
RECREATION FACILITY SCHEDULES
September15,2025-June11,2026
Golden Hawk Gym
9:00am-12:00pm Gymnastics (1/2 gym)
12:00pm-1:00pm Party Rental (1/2 gym) (Ends Mar 1)
1:00pm-4:00pm Open Gym (Ends Mar 1)
12:00pm-9:00pm Ball Clinics (Begins Mar 22)
4:00pm-6:00pm Open Ball Practice Cages Available (Ends Mar 1)
9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Walking Central
9:30am-11:00am Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Oct 6 - Jun 2)
9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Walking Central
9:30am-11:00am Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Oct 6 - Jun 2)
9:00am-12:00pm Walking Central (all ages welcome)
9:00am-12:00pm Walking Central (all ages welcome) 9:00am-12:00pm Walking Central (all ages welcome)
11:00am-12:00pm Parent & Littles Gym Time 10:00am-12:00pm Senior Shuffleboard 11:00am-12:00pm Parent & Littles Gym Time
9:00am-12:00pm Miramichi Pickleball Club Members
12:00pm-1:00pm Open Gym 12:00pm-1:00pm Open Gym 12:00pm-1:00pm Open Gym 12:00pm-1:00pm Open Gym 12:00pm-1:00pm Open Gym 12:00pm-1:00pm Party Rental (1/2 gym)
1:00pm-3:30pm Miramichi Pickleball Club Members
1:00pm-3:30pm 55+ Pickleball
1:00pm-3:30pm 55+ Pickleball
4:00pm-8:30pm Gymnastics (1/2 gym) 4:00pm-8:30pm Gymnastics (1/2 gym) 4:00pm-7:30pm Gymnastics (1/2 gym)
7:00pm-8:30pm Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (1/2 gym)
6:00pm-8:00pm Miramichi United Soccer (1/2 gym) (Nov-Feb)
1:00pm-2:30pm MORE Services Vocational Program 1:00pm-3:00pm Adult/Senior Badminton 1:00pm-3:00pm Open Gym (No Racquet Sports)
2:30pm-4:00pm 55+ Pickleball 3:00pm-5:00pm 55+ Pickleball 3:00pm-6:00pm Open Gym (Racquet Sports)
4:00pm-8:00pm Gymnastics (1/2 gym)
7:00pm-8:30pm Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (1/2 gym)
6:00pm-7:30pm Burns Baseball Academy (Oct 19 - Mar 1) 8:15pm-10:15pm Adult Floor Hockey
Activity Room
1:00pm-2:00pm Yoga Fuzion (Ends May 31) 6:00pm-8:00pm Tae Kwon Do (Ends May 25)
Youth/Senior Room
1:00pm-2:00pm Gym Party Rental Time
6:00pm-8:00pm Tae Kwon Do (Ends May 27)
6:00pm-9:00pm Youth Night (Oct 3-Apr 24) 6:00pm-8:00pm Co-Ed Pickup Basketball
9:30am-12:00pm Tae Kwon Do (Ends May 30)
9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Open Activities 9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Open Activities 9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Open Activities 9:00am-12:00pm Adult/Senior Open Activities 1:00pm-2:00pm Gym Party Rental Time
8:30am-6:00pm Fresh for Less (2nd Wed of the Month)
5:00pm-7:15pm Pool Party Rental Time 6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Night (Oct 3-Apr 24) 5:00pm-7:15pm Pool Party Rental Time
GymnasticRoomHours:
Exercising indoors is a healthy alternative and provides all the physical benefits of improved cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and endurance. Join us at one
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder daily physical activities can be a challenge.
The following pages include lots of options for all ages to enjoy at our indoor facilities, from brisk walking to gymnastics to a friendly game of floor hockey or pickleball.
Beat the Long Cold Winter Meeting Your Fitness Goals While Enjoying the Company of Friends!
ALL at the Golden Hawk Gym
Open Gym
Unstructured activity time available for all ages. Come to the gym and play pick up sports such as basketball, floor hockey, soccer or badminton.
Mondays to Fridays 12-1 pm
Saturdays 1-3 pm (No Racket Sports)
Saturdays 3-6 pm (Open Racket Sports)
Sundays 1-4 pm
Sundays 4-6 pm (Open Ball Practice/Cages Available)
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User Passes accepted
Walking Central
Monday & Tuesday Adult/Senior
Wednesday - Friday All Ages
Want to avoid inclement weather and other challenges to outdoor exercising? Take your walk indoors during Walking Central! What a great way to eliminate those stumbling blocks and maintain the recommended 30 minutes/day!
Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User and Seasonal Activity Passes accepted
Tai Chi
Adult/Senior
Monday & Tuesday 9:30-11:00 am
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User and Seasonal Activity Passes
Senior Cornhole Toss
At the French Fort Cove Eco Centre in the Main Lobby
Exciting 2-4 player game where players or teams compete against one another to toss as many small bags as possible into the hole of the opposing cornhole board.
Tuesdays from 3-4pm
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User & Senior Activity Passes accepted
Senior Shuffleboard
At the Golden Hawk Gym
Open to those 55 and over.
Come out and enjoy a morning of social connection. Shuffleboard is played primarily to provide entertainment but is also known to help ease stress, improve dexterity and so much more!
Thursdays from 10:00 am-12:00 pm
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User & Seasonal Activity Passes accepted
Senior Carpet Bowling
At the French Fort Cove Eco Centre in the Main Lobby
Open to those 55 and over.
Come out and enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition and socialization. Carpet Bowling is a great exercise for the mind and body.
Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00 pm
$3.00 user fee/visit
Frequent User & Seasonal Activity Passes accepted
COST $90
HOCKEY
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SEPTEMBER 2025 - JUNE 2026
SATURDAYS 1:30-3:30PM 2:45-4:45PM
SUNDAYS 1:30-3:30PM
FIRST HOUR IN THE MEZZANINE, FOLLOWED BY AN HOUR IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM
Book now by calling or by email (506)623-2300 miramichirecreation@miramichi.org
BOOK NOWLIMITED RENTALSAVAILABLE
All Ages
Monday 8-10pm Wednesday 8-10pm Friday 6-9pm
$3/person
Frequent User Pass and Seasonal Activity Pass Accepted
Tuesdays 1:00-3:30pm
Wednesdays 1:00-3:30pm
Thursdays 2:30-4:00pm
Fridays 3:00-5:00pm
FUN
Grades 5 to 12
6 9pm October 3rd to April 24th
GOLDEN HAWK
Gym, Pool and Youth Room
Swimming, Basketball, Floor Hockey, Pool, Table Tennis, Air Hockey, Video Games, Board Games, and More!
Cost: $3.00/person
Frequent User Card & Seasonal Activity Pass accepted (with the exception of some special events)
The night is supervised by full and part-time staff of the Community Wellness and Recreation Department
With the support of Beaubear Credit Union there will be monthly special events on the 3rd Friday of the month.
At the Golden Hawk
PARENT & Littles GymTime &Swim
Wednesdays & Fridays 11:00am-12:00pm
Mondays & Fridays 10:00-10:55am
ALL Preschool Ages Welcome...newborn and up!
There are toys and lots of activities for your little to enjoy!
Perfect opportunity for your child to meet new playmates and to interact & socialize freely with other children.
Parents can swap stories, tips, give and receive helpful advice all in a relaxing and informal atmosphere.
Fee is $3 per visit
Aquatic section
AQUATIC Safety Rules
After extensive research on water safety, drowning prevention and drowning stats in our Province, the Lifesaving Society of NB has published the “New Brunswick Public Pool Safety Standards Guide” . To ensure our Community Wellness & Recreation public pools are safe for our patrons to use, we have adopted these recommendations to our pools.
Please shower with soap and warm water before entering the pool
Children 6 and under must be accompanied in the water by a parent or adult 16 years of age or older who is responsible for their direct supervision
Children 7-10 years old who are unable to complete the lap test must be accompanied by a person 12 year of age or older who is responsible for their direct supervision
Repetitive breath holding, prolonged underwater swimming is not permitted by general pool users.
Snorkels and face masks are not permitted by general pool users.
AQUA FITNESS
Golden Hawk Pool
Tuesday & Thursday
Mornings 10:00-10:45am and Wednesday Evenings 6:30-7:15pm
MVHS Pool
Tuesday & Thursday
Evenings 7:15-8:00pm
$3.00/visit
Frequent User and Annual Swim Passes Accepted
All Fitness Levels are Welcome!
This instructor lead class allows you to go at your own pace while having a great time.
Fun, upbeat music motivates the class while building strength and cardio fitness. All instructor led moves can be done in either shallow or deep water.
Monday & Wednesday
Evenings
Please note pool is shared with Lap Swim participants
Get Fit While FLOATING!
Strengthen Core Muscles, Build Cardiovascular Endurance and Tone Muscle ALL with ZERO Impact!
8:00-9:00pm At $3.00/visit
Frequent User & Annual Swim Passes accepted
Aquatic
Casual Swim Drop In Fees
Recreational Swim
Lap Swim
Senior Rec & Lap Swim
Parent & Tot Swim
Aqua Fitness
Deep Water Exercise
Family Rate
Frequent User Pass
$3/Visit/Person
$10/Visit/Family
$50 for 20 Punches
Seasonal Activity Pass $75 runs from Sept. to May (Seniors/Youth)
$90 1hr Private Pool Rental and 1hr Room Time
FEE PAYING OPTIONS
Participants can pay for casual swimming on a per use basis at the pool (cash only) or by purchasing an annual swim pass which runs from January 1st to December 31st and includes both the indoor and outdoor pools. Annual passes can be purchased at the Recreation Office.
Pool Rental Fee
Annual Pool Pass Fees
Individual
Family
$100/Resident $150/Non-Resident
$175/Resident $225/Non-Resident
Instructional Swim Fees
Tots & Preschool
Swimmer 1 to 6
Swimmer 7 to 9
Adult Swimmer
Private Lessons
Bronze Star
Bronze Medallion
Bronze Cross
Fitness Swimmer
NLS Certification
Lifesaving Sport
$35/Resident $60/Non-Resident
$50/Resident $75/Non-Resident
$60/Resident $85/Non-Resident
$60/Resident $85/Non-Resident
$100/Resident
$60/Resident $85/Non-Resident
$125/Resident $150/Non-Resident
$100/Resident $125/Non-Resident
$60/Resident $85/Non-Resident
$200/Resident $225/Non-Resident
$60/Resident $85/Non-Resident
Asst. Instructor/Standard $125/Resident $150/Non-Resident
First Aid
To get the most bang for your buck, we recommend purchasing the pool passes early in the year! POOL PASSESS
SWIM lessons Learn to
Swimming is a Life Saving Skill
Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department continues to offer the Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life Program and encourages all children and adults to take lessons as swimming is a very important life skill that everyone should have. Remember adults, it’s never too late to learn!
Online Profile
A one-time family profile is required prior to registering whether using our online or in person service. Setting up your profile in advance of the registration date will help speed up your registration process, ensuring a shorter waiting time for your convenience. Profile/Registration link is found at: app.univerusrec.com/miramichirecreationpub.
Registration
Online registration is available for those using credit cards. The instructional swim classes being offered will be available to view two weeks prior to all registration dates. If you are paying by cash or debit, walk-ins are welcome at the Recreation Department Office located at 94 General Manson Way on the same dates and times as the online registrations goes live. When registering your child ensure you are registering them and not yourself.
Instructional Swim Registration Dates
Fall Classes Wednesday, September 17th 5:30-7:00 pm
Winter Classes Wednesday, December 17th 5:30-7:00 pm
Spring Classes Wednesday, March 18th 5:30-7:00 pm
Winter 2026 Instructional Swim Schedules
MVHS Pool
JANUARY 3, 2026 – MARCH 19, 2026 No Classes March 1-7
Parent & Tots 1 Thursday 6:05-6:35pm
Parent & Tots 2 Monday 6:05-6:35pm
Parent & Tots 3 Saturday 10:40-11:10am
Preschool 1 Saturday 11:15-11:45am
Preschool 2 Saturday 10:05-10:35am
Preschool 3 Saturday 11:50-12:20pm
Preschool 4 Thursday 6:05-6:35pm
Preschool 5 Saturday 10:40-11:10am
Swimmer 1
Saturday 6:40-7:10pm 10:05-10:35am
Swimmer 2 Monday Saturday 7:15-7:45pm 11:50-12:20pm
Swimmer 3 Monday Thursday 6:05-6:50pm 6:05-6:50pm
Swimmer 4 Monday 7:00-7:45pm
Swimmer 5/6 Saturday 11:45-12:30pm
Swimmer 7/8/9 Tuesday 6:05-7:05pm
Golden Hawk Pool
JANUARY 3, 2026– MARCH 19, 2026 No Classes March 1-7
Parent & Tots 2 Thursday 5:30-6:00pm
Parent & Tots 3 Monday 5:30-6:00pm
Preschool 1 Thursday 6:05-6:35pm
Preschool 2 Monday 6:05-6:35pm
Preschool 3 Monday 6:40-7:10pm
Preschool 4 Monday 6:40-7:10pm
Preschool 5 Thursday 6:40-7:10pm Swimmer 1 Monday 6:05-6:35pm
Swimmer 2 Monday Thursday 5:30-6:00pm 5:30-6:00pm
Swimmer 3 Monday Thursday 5:30-6:15pm 6:30-7:15pm
Swimmer 4 Thursday 5:30-6:15pm
Swimmer 5/6 Monday 6:20-7:05pm Private Lessons Thursday Thursday 6:05-6:35pm 6:40-7:10pm
Private Lessons
10:05-10:35am 11:15-11:45am 1:00-1:30pm 1:00-1:30pm 1:00-1:30pm 1:30-2:00pm 1:30-2:00pm 1:30-2:00pm
Bronze Cross Sunday 5:30-7:30pm
There will be no make up classes for the winter session. Please note that there will be no classes during March Break March 1-7th
Adult Swimmer Wednesday 5:30-6:15pm Bronze Medallion Sunday 6:30-8:00pm
Level Resident Non-Resident
Tots & Preschool $35 $60
Swimmer 1 & 2 $35 $60
Swimmer 3 to 6 $50 $75
Swimmer 7/8/9 $60 $85
Adult Swimmer $60 $85
Bronze Star $60 $85
Bronze Medallion $125 $150
Bronze Cross $100 $125
Private Lessons $100 per participant
PARENT & TOT
Parent & Tot 1
Parent & Tot 2
Parent & Tot 3
Swim For Life Structure/Pre-requisites
Ages 4 months – 3 years
For parents and children 4 months–3 years. This program structures in-water interaction between parent and child to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills.
Ages 4 – 12 months
Ages 12 – 24 months
Ages 2-3 years
PRESCHOOL Ages 3-5 years
Preschool 1
Preschool 2
Preschool 3
Preschool 4
Preschool 5
SWIMMER
Swimmer 1
Swimmer 2
Swimmer 3
Swimmer 4
Swimmer 5
Swimmer 6
These preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water. We’ll help them jump into chest deep water. They’ll float and glide on their front and back and learn to get their faces wet and blow bubbles underwater
These preschoolers learn to jump into chest-deep water by themselves and get in and out wearing a lifejacket. They’ll submerge and exhale underwater. Wearing lifejacket, they’ll glide on their front and back.
These youngsters will try both jumping and a sideways entry into deep water while wearing a lifejacket. They’ll recover objects from the bottom in waist-deep water. They’ll work on kicking and gliding through the water on their front and back.
Advanced preschoolers will learn to do solo jumps into deeper water and get out by themselves. They’ll do sideways entries and open their eyes underwater. They’ll master a short swim on their front wearing a lifejacket and gliding and kicking on their side
These youngsters get more adventuresome with a forward roll entry wearing a lifejacket and treading water for 10 sec. They’ll work on front and back crawl swims 5m and get a giggle out of whip kick.
Ages 5+ years
These beginners will become comfortable jumping into water with and without a lifejacket. They’ll learn to open their eyes, exhale, and hold their breath underwater. They’ll work on floats, glides, and kicking through the water on their front and back.
These advanced beginners will jump into deeper water and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a lifejacket. They’ll be able to support themselves at the surface without an aid, learn whip kick, front & back crawl, and swim 10m on their front and back and be introduced to flutter kick interval training.
These junior swimmers will dive and do in-water somersaults and handstands. They’ll work on 15m of front crawl, back crawl and 10m of whip kick. Flutter kick interval training increases to 4 x 15m.
These intermediate swimmers will swim 5m underwater and 25 m lengths of front & back crawl, whip kick, and breaststroke arms with breathing. Their new bag of tricks includes the completion of the Canadian Swim to Survive Standard. They’ll cap it all off with a front crawl sprint over 25m and 4 x 25m front or back crawl interval training.
These swimmers will master shallow dives, cannonball entries, eggbeater kicks, and in-water backward somersaults. They’ll refine their front and back crawl over 50m swims of each, and breaststroke over 25m. Then they’ll pick up the pace in 25m sprints and interval training workouts
These advanced swimmers will rise to the challenge of sophisticated aquatic skills including stride entries, compact jumps and lifesaving kicks like eggbeater and scissor kick. They’ll develop strength and power sprints over 25 m. They’ll easily swim lengths of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke, and they’ll complete a 300 m workout
Swim For Life Structure/Pre-requisites
CANADIAN SWIM PATROL – THE ON-RAMP TO LIFGUARDING
Rookie (Swimmer 7)
Ranger (Swimmer 8)
Star (Swimmer 9)
Swimmers continue stroke development with 50m swims of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke. Lifesaving sport skills include 25m obstacle swim and 15m object carry. First aid focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS and treatment for bleeding. Fitness improves in 350m workouts and 100m timed swims.
Swimmers develop better strokes over 75m swims of each stroke. They tackle Lifesaving Sport skills in a lifesaving medley, timed object support and rescue with buoyant aid. First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and obstructed airway procedures. Skill drills develop a strong lifesaving foundation.
Swimmers are challenged with swimming workouts; 300m timed swims and a 25m object carry. Strokes are refined over 100m swims. First aid focuses on the treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies including asthma and allergic reactions. Lifesaving skills include defense methods, victim removals and rolling over and supporting a victim in shallow water.
ADULT SWIMMER Ages 16 + (3 Levels)
Whether you are just starting out or just want help with your strokes our Adult Program is for the young at heart – no matter what your age. Set your own goals. Work with certified instructors to learn to swim or improve your current swimming ability and water fitness.
LEADERSHIP COURSES
BRONZE STAR
BRONZE MEDALLION & EMERGENCY FIRST AID
Swim Patrol experience is recommended. Excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills individually and in teams. Candidates learn CPR and develop the lifesaving skills needed to be their own lifeguard.
Must be 13 years of age, OR Bronze Star certificate. Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the 4 components of water-rescue education – judgement, knowledge, skill, and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, defense methods and releases in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a 400m timed swim.
BRONZE CROSS (Assistant Lifeguard)
MUST have completed Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid. Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor Certification. Included is a timed 400m swim. May be also used as an Assistant Lifeguard certificate.
Golden Hawk Pool
Fall Swim Schedule
September 15 – September 19, 2025 September 20 – December 4, 2025
MVHS Pool
Fall Swim Schedule
September 20 – December 4, 2025
SWIM FEES: Instructional Swim Varies dependant on class (price listing can be found on instructional swim schedule)
Golden Hawk Pool
Interim Swim Schedule
December 5, 2025 – January 2, 2026
MVHS Pool
Interim Swim Schedule
December 5, 2025 – January 2, 2026
SWIM FEES:
$3.00/person or $10.00/family
$3.00/person
$90.00 for 1hr private pool rental followed by 1hr room rental (Call 623-2300 to book)
Golden Hawk Pool
Winter/Spring Swim Schedule
January 3 – June 11, 2026
SWIM FEES:
Instructional
$3.00/person
$3.00/person Pool
MVHS Pool
Winter/Spring Swim Schedule
January 3 – June 11, 2026
Instructional Swim Varies dependant on class (price listing can be found on instructional swim schedule) Public Swim
$3.00/person or $10.00/family Aqua Fitness
$3.00/person
$3.00/person
$3.00/person
Pool Party Rental
$90.00 for 1hr private pool rental followed by 1hr room rental (Call 623-2300 to book)
Please note the following additional Public Swims during March Break:
• Tuesday, March 3rd Rec Swim from 1-3pm
• Thursday, March 5th FREE Rec Swim from 1-3pm
Golden Hawk Rentals
Saturdays & Sundays
4:00pm-6:00pm and 5:15pm-7:15pm
MVHS Rentals
Saturdays 3:00-5:00pm
Sundays 4:00-6:00pm
Contact 506-623-2300 to Reserve Your Party Today!
arena section
Miramichi Civic Centre
487 King George Highway
Constructed in 1986 in central Newcastle, the Civic Centre Arena provides a 190′ x 85′ ice surface, food concession and bar facilities. Operated as a winter hockey/skating facility, the Civic Centre also supports year round community special events.
Lord Beaverbrook Arena
101 University Avenue
The Lord Beaverbrook Arena is predominantly used as an ice facility year round. In the non-ice period in May through September the facility is used for community
ARENAS
Looking to find a way to work out over the winter? Ice skating has many health and wellness benefits plus it’s lots of fun!
Did you know that skating works nearly every muscle group in the body and gliding requires synchronized movement of the legs which is important for joint flexibility? It also builds up the leg and abdominal muscles plus is great for cardiovascular health...it gets the blood pumping and the heart rate up.
Skating is also great for stress management. Along with the benefits of the physical activity in itself, it is also a great way to unwind after a long week and also provides a way of meeting new people.
So grab your skates and head out to the Miramichi Civic Centre or Lord Beaverbrook Arena (LBA) and join us for one of our many public, preschool, or senior skates. Whether you come for hockey, ringette, figure skating or one of the adult fun leagues, the health benefits to putting on your pair of skates are endless!
PUBLIC SKATE SCHEDULE
OCTOBER 1, 2025 TO MARCH 31, 2026
PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION ARENA TIME FEE
Public/Preschool Skating
A great way to spend quality time with family and friends while getting in some exercise.
Skate aids are provided for those just learning.
Miramichi Civic Centre Sundays 12:30-1:50pm Mondays 12:10-1:30pm Tuesdays 1:20-2:20pm Thursdays 12:10-1:10pm
12:10-2:30pm
Lord Beaverbrook Arena (LBA) Mondays 2:30-3:30pm Mondays 6:00-7:00pm Wednesdays 2:30-3:30pm Fridays 12:00-1:00pm
$3/person
$10/family
Frequent User Pass Accepted
Senior/Adult
Skating
Shinny Hockey
This time set aside for adults and seniors only. Come out and join your friends for some fun & exercise.
Miramichi Civic Centre Mondays 1:30-2:30pm Tuesdays 9:50-10:50am Thursdays 1:20-2:20pm
Lord Beaverbrook Arena (LBA)
Pick-up hockey, open to adults. Drop by for a fun hour of recreation leisure
Great way to spend your lunch hour!
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1:10-2:30pm
Miramichi Civic Centre Tuesdays 12:10-1:10pm
Lord Beaverbrook Arena (LBA)
Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00pm
$3/person
Frequent User Pass & Seasonal Activity Pass Accepted
$3/person
Frequent User Pass Accepted
NOTE: This schedule is subject to change. Monthly schedules are posted at both arenas, on our Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation Facebook Page, City website at www.miramichi.org, and available for pickup at our administration office and at City Hall.
PUBLIC SKATING RULES
For the safety and enjoyment of all patrons and skaters, please respect the following rules:
• Persons under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a person 18 years or older.
• All Skaters 12 years of age and under must wear a CSA approved multi-impact hockey helmet.
• For your safety, it is recommended that all skaters, regardless of age, wear a CSA approved helmet.
• Please respect, listen to, and follow instructions from Ice Monitors and Arena Staff at all times.
• All participants must be wearing skates while on ice surface.
• No unruly behaviour or profanity.
• No food or drink is permitted on the ice surface.
• No horseplay/games/tag/ backward skating.
• No balls/pucks/chairs/pylons/strollers/sticks or any other item which may interfere with the safety of any skater while on the ice surface.
• No headsets, cell phones, or handheld electronics are to be used while skating.
• No carrying of children is permitted.
• No sitting on boards or loitering on ice surface.
• Skate with the direction of all skaters/no weaving in and out of other skaters.
• Respect other skaters.
• Report all accidents or injuries to Ice Monitors or Arena Staff immediately.
Minor Sports
The Miramichi Minor Hockey Club (MMHC) provides an opportunity for players ages 5 years and up to learn and enjoy the game at both the Miramichi Civic Centre and the Lord Beaverbrook Arena. The division of play determines the days and times of the week.
For all inquiries including registration visit Minor Hockey’s website: miramichiminorhockey.ca
The Greater Miramichi Female Hockey Association (GMFHA) offers programs for girls aged 5-14 years. The Association has teams in the Female Provincial League who play teams from the entire Province!
For further information visit their Facebook page or email: miramichipanthers@gmail.com
The Miramichi Skating Club offers programs for skating enthusiasts. They offer PreCanSkate and CanSkate programs for those ages 3 – 12. New this year will be Adult skating lessons, Special Olympic and Paralympic skating. Programs are offered at the Miramichi Civic Centre.
For further information email: miramichiskatingclub@gmail.com
Non-Resident User Notice
Non-residents are required to purchase a user fee card from the Recreation Office prior to registration for any City of Miramichi minor sport. Fee is $60/child; $30 for each additional child up to a maximum of $165/family for MMHC, GMFHA and Figure Skating.
The Miramichi Timberwolves of the Maritime Junior A Hockey League are returning for another season of action packed hockey at the Miramichi Civic Centre!
The Wolves are excited to start the season and look forward to seeing their fans!
We encourage you to come out and support your local team!
special events section
The Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department plays host to several special events throughout the year. Theses events serve as a meeting place for the community to come together and build friendships while giving families that much needed time together.
We offer special events for citizens across all generations.
Browse through the next few pages and see what we have to offer and come join us for a FUN time out!
2025 Halloween House Decorating
City of Miramichi
Decorating Halloween House Contest
Rules
Contest is open to all City of Miramichi residents; Civic address, submission of one photo of your decorated home and contact number are required when registering. To register call 623-2300 or email miramichirecreation@miramichi.org by October 17, 2025. Online community voting will take place October 21-27, 2025. Contest closes at 2pm October 27th.
Decorations can include anything - lights, posters, folk art - you name it!
Decorations must be PG-13 - neither discriminatory in any way nor inappropriate for children, neighbors to see/hear. Judges are authorized to exclude entries for these reasons.
Participant’s names will be entered into a draw for two $100 prizes.
There will be a “Fan Favorite” prize of $150 determined by the community based on the number of likes received on decorated home photos on our Facebook page Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation.
Decorations must be visible from the street.
Participants must consent to a photo and their address being shared by City of Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department for the purpose of social media.
Winners will be announced on October 27, 2025
Halloween Dance
Monday, October 27, 2025
11:30am-12:30pm French Fort Cove Eco Centre
Admission: $5.00 per person
Prizes for best costume & Games
Open to Everyone 5yrs and under
& Recreation
Halloween Dance
Monday, October 27, 2025
1:00-3:00pm
French Fort Cove Eco Centre
Admission: $5.00 per person
Prizes for best costume
Cake, tea & coffee provided
Open to Everyone 55yrs and Older
This event is brought to you by Community Wellness & Recreation, in partnership with the Miramichi Senior Advisory Board.
Auction 45 Card Party
French Fort Cove Eco Centre AT THE ON Admission: $5/person
Partner Required FROM 1:00-4:00pm
Monday, November 17, 2025
10 Game Auction 45’s Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place
Saturday November 29, 2025 6:30-8:00pm
Skating Party
Let’s Celebrate the Season !
Miramichi Civic Centre
Sunday, December 7, 2025
12:30pm to 1:50pm
Come Enjoy an Afternoon of FREE Skating, Hot Chocolate & a Treat!
Food Donations to the Miramichi Food Bank will be Accepted
Miramichi 2025 Outdoor Lighting Contest
Join Our Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest!
The Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Department invites you to help brighten our city and celebrate the Holiday Season together!
Show off your festive spirit by decorating the exterior of your home and participating in this year’s community-wide contest.
Please register your home before December 12, 2025 by contacting the Community Wellness & Recreation Department: Phone: (506)623-2300 or Email: miramichirecreation@miramichi.org
Winners will be announced on Friday, December 19th on our Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation Facebook page.
We encourage all citizens of Miramichi to bundle up, head out, and enjoy the beautiful holiday light displays throughout our community.
Let’s kick off the season with warmth, cheer, and community spirit!
Outdoor Lighting Contest Rules
Contest is Open to all City of Miramichi Residents
To register, please provide your civic address, contact number, and a photo of your current display, that is visible from the roadway, to be shared on our Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation Facebook page.
Register by Phone: (506)623-2300 or Email: miramichirecreation@miramichi.org
Registered participants must agree to have their outdoor Christmas lights turned on from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., from December 12th to December 19th.
This year’s entries will be included in a draw where 2 winners will each receive $100 in prize money.
The judging category “Fan Favorite” will be chosen by community voting on Facebook. The participant with the most votes under their picture will receive $150 in prize money.
The draw of winners will be announced on December 19th. Keep an eye on our Facebook page!
Thank you to everyone who participates. Adding your home to this contest helps us create an organized list of beautiful displays for our community to enjoy!
Christmas Dance Senior
Open to Everyone 55 Years and Older
French Fort Cove Eco Centre
Monday, December 15, 2025
1:00-3:00pm
Entertainment by: Last Call
Light Lunch, Tea and Coffee Provided
Admission: $5/person This event is brought to you by Community Wellness & Recreation, in partnership with the Miramichi Senior Advisory Board.
Monday
Valentine Dance Senior
French Fort Cove Eco Centre
February 9, 2026 1:00-3:00pm
Wear Red and show your love while dancing the afternoon away!
Admission: $5/person This event is brought to you by
Dessert, Tea and Coffee Provided There will also be a 50/50 Door Prize
Family Day
Monday, February 16, 2026
City of Miramichi Community Wellness & Recreation
Miramichi Civic Center: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Lord Beaverbrook Arena: 2:30pm - 3:30pm and 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Recreational Swimming
Golden Hawk Pool: 1:30pm-3:00pm & 3:15pm- 4:30pm
Spending Time with Family has so Many Benefits!
Family activities can help build self esteem, create ever lasting bonds, nurture positive behaviors, create memories, promote a healthy lifestyle and can even relieve stress!
Hope to See you on the Ice and in the Water!
TWO DIVISIONS:
Grades 4-6 & Grades 7-8
Tuesday
March 3, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Each team consists of 5 players (4 players and 1 goalie)
Lunch Provided &
Prizes Awarded Cost: $5.00 per person
MARCH BREAK 2026
In the Pools
MVHS Pool
Extra Recreational Swim
Tuesday, March 3rd
1:00-3:00pm
Golden Hawk Pool
Extra Recreational Swim Wednesday, March 4th 1:00-3:00pm
MVHS Pool
FREE Family Swim Thursday, March 5th 1:00-3:00pm
Monday, March 2, 2026 4:00 - 6:00 pm
There will be Jumping Castles and Bouncers for the Whole Family To ENJOY! (Ages 3-12)
Bunny Hop FREE ADMISSION
Wednesday,April 1, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm Golden Hawk Gym
There will be Jumping Castles, Face Painting, Balloon Animals, Dancing, Games, Coloring, Treats...Even a FREE DRAW for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 Bicycles
Come Take Your Picture with the EASTER BUNNY in the Photo Area!
Spring Dance Senior
Open to Everyone 55 Years and Older
French Fort Cove Eco Centre
Monday, April 13, 2026
1:00-3:00pm
Admission: $5/person
Light Lunch, Tea and Coffee Provided
This event is brought to you by Community Wellness & Recreation, in partnership with the Miramichi Senior Advisory Board.
at your leisure section
Explore Miramichi Outdoors
Fall is a great time to enjoy the City’s many outdoor recreational facilities and to take in all the colours that nature has to offer. Enjoy our many trails, parks and playgrounds located throughout the City such as Elm Park, Waterford Green, Queen Elizabeth Park and the French Fort Cove play area. These are great places to spend quality time with your family while meeting daily physical activity goals.
During the winter months, the City trails are not maintained however users can still enjoy snowshoeing and cross country skiing at your own risk.
For maintained trails for these activities you can contact the Cross Country Ski Club at 622-6991 or visit their Facebook page under “Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club”.
Hours of Operation Daily, Sunrise to Sunset
Facility Rules
1) All visitors use the park at their own risk
2) Owners/handlers must clean up dog waste from their dog immediately, and properly dispose.
3) Owners/handlers MUST remove aggressive dogs immediately
4) Any dog with a known history of dangerous behaviour is prohibited
5) Owners/handlers MUST be inside fenced area with their dogs at all times
6) Please leash and unleash in double gated area
7) No children under 12 years of age are permitted inside fence
8) All dogs must wear a collar with ID
9) No pinch, pronged or spiked collars allowed
10) Limit of 2 dogs per handler
11) No female dogs in heat
12) No dogs under 4 months of age
13) No food or glass containers in the facility
14) Eating and smoking is prohibited inside fence
Dog owners/handlers are liable for the behaviour, damage or injury inflicted by their dogs. Owners (handlers) are legally and financially responsible for their dog’s behaviour. The City of Miramichi accepts no liability or responsibility for injuries occurring in the dog park.
Enjoy your dog park and please help keep it clean!
The skating trail is located at the west side entrance to the Cove, across from the Miramichi Eco-Centre (21 Cove Rd) and is open daily January to March from 12 noon - 9 p.m.
Please note that ice and weather conditions may cause closures of the trail from time to time. Closure notices will be posted to our Facebook Page found at Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation.
Program & Facility Information
MIRAMICHI COMMUNITY WELLNESS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
94 General Manson Way, Suite 4, Miramichi, NB, E1N 6K8
Office Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm with Lunch Closure from 12:00-12:30pm
Main Office Line: (506)623-2300
Daily Information Line: (506)623-2323
Storm Line: (506)623-2333
Website: miramichi.org
Main Office Email: miramichirecreation@miramichi.org
Online Registration: app.univerusrec.com/miramichirecreationpub
Facebook: Miramichi Community Wellness and Recreation
Payment Options: We accept all major credit cards, debit, cash, or cheques payable to the City of Miramichi at our main office. Cash only is accepted within our facilities.
Frequent User Passes & Daily User Fees: The daily user fee of $3 per activity is payable at the door of the hosting facility. To help you with some savings, we also offer the option of purchasing Frequent User Punch Passes which have 20 punches per card for $50 which reduces the admission fee to $2.50 per activity. Passes can be purchased at the main office or at the facility of your program choice.
Seasonal Activity Pass for Youth & Seniors: For our youth and senior programs, the daily user fee can be paid at the door, or a $75 (HST included) seasonal pass can be purchased at our main office. Passes run from the opening of the facilities in the Fall through until the closing in late May. All you need to do is show your card at the door and enjoy a full season of your favorite activities!
Aquatic Fees: Please refer to the Aquatic section of this Program Guide for a complete listing.
GREAT GIFT IDEA
Purchase a Swim Pass, Frequent User Pass or Seasonal Pass for your friends and family this year and give the gift of healthy living.
Facility Bookings
How do I book a facility for my own event?
We have rental times available at various facilities for individual bookings. Rentals can be made at the Recreation Office by calling (506)623-2300.
Ice Rentals:
Miramichi Civic Centre and Lord Beaverbrook Arena
We have ice rentals available from time to time. The fee is $135 plus HST per hour. Please contact by email at recreationadmin@miramichi.org
Facility Locations:
MVHS Pool & Gym 345 McKenna Avenue
Golden Hawk Pool & Gym 8 Pollard Boulevard
Miramichi Civic Centre 487 King George Highway
Lord Beaverbrook Arena 100 University Avenue
Howard Street Skate Park 25 Howard Street
Over the Cove Zipline French Fort Cove Main Parking Area (1141 King George Hwy)
French Fort Cove Eco Centre 21 Cove Road
DATE
Monday, Sept. 1
Tuesday, Sept. 30
Monday, Oct. 13
Friday, Oct. 31
Tuesday, Nov. 11
Dec. 24 noon – Jan. 1
inclusive
Dec. 24 – Jan. 1
FACILITY
Scheduled Facility Closures
REASON
Recreation Offices Labour Day Closure
Recreation Offices Truth & Reconcilliation Day Stat
Recreation Offices Thanksgiving Day
All facilities closed at 4:00pm Halloween
Recreation Offices Remembrance Day Stat
Recreation Offices Christmas Closure
inclusive Golden Hawk Facility Christmas Closure
Dec. 24 – Jan. 1
inclusive MVHS Facility Christmas Closure
Dec. 24 – Jan. 1
inclusive Eco Centre Christmas Closure
Dec. 24 - Dec. 26
inclusive
Dec 31 & Jan 1
inclusive
Monday, Feb. 16
Miramichi Civic Center and Lord Beaverbrook Arena Christmas Closure
Recreation Offices Family Day
Friday, Apr. 3 All Facilities Good Friday
Apr. 3 – Apr. 6
inclusive
Monday, May 18
Main Office Hours: 8:30am – 12:00pm
12:00pm – 12:30pm Closed 12:30pm – 4:00pm
Recreation Offices Easter Holidays
Recreation Offices Victoria Day
