St. John's City Guide Spring 2019

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City Council Mayor Danny Breen 576-8477 dbreen@stjohns.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS Deputy Mayor Sheilagh O’Leary 576-8363 soleary@stjohns.ca sheilagholeary OLeary

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Ward 1 Councillor Deanne Stapleton 576-2332 dstapleton@stjohns.ca

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Ward 2 Councillor Hope Jamieson 576-7144

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Ward 5 Councillor Wally Collins 576-8584 wcollins@stjohns.ca

Councillor at Large Maggie Burton 576-8286 mburton@stjohns.ca mmburton maggieatlarge

City Council ..............................................................................................Page 2 Cover Story: Growing Together ............................................ Pages 4-5 Spring Garden Revival........................................................................Page 6 Backyard Composting........................................................................Page 7 Waste and Recycling .................................................................Pages 8-15 Parking Restrictions and Snowclearing ......................Pages 16-17 Street Cleaning ................................................................................... Page 18 Volunteering.......................................................................................... Page 19 Recreation Registration ................................................................. Page 20 Recreation Programs and Services ................................Pages 21-39 Aquatic Leadership .................................................................Pages 28-29 REAL Make a Difference ................................................................. Page 30 Inclusive Services ............................................................................... Page 31

Councillor at Large Dave Lane 576-8243 dlane@stjohns.ca

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Opening the right door can change your life A great home is just a call away.

The City’s Non Profit Housing Division has one to four bedroom units available to rent for those on a tight budget.

These units are comfortable and well maintained.

Contact us or complete an application: Online at stjohns.ca>Living in St. Johns> City Services>Non Profit Housing In person at the Access Centre, first floor, City Hall Email housing@stjohns.ca Call 576-8196

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Growing Together A partnership between the City’s Parks and Open Spaces Division and Eastern Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Team shows great benefits A couple of years ago Danielle Hogan, a clinical occupational therapist with Eastern Health’s Centre City Mental Health and Addictions Team, wanted to use natural resources in the community to inspire her clients and enhance their sense of belonging.

Given the mental health benefits of nature, Danielle approached the City’s Parks and Open Spaces Division to explore possible options.

“I wanted to develop a community partnership for my clients that moved away from hospital-based programming and incorporated activity-based interventions,” says Danielle. “Evidence suggests getting reacquainted with the environment is essential for recovery - whether it be physical, mental, emotional or spiritual – and horticultural activity is applicable to many populations with varying issues and challenges.”

With this in mind, Danielle reached out to the City’s Parks and Open Spaces division and was put in contact with Mike Adam, Parks Operations Supervisor.

In developing the program Danielle and Mike decided to start with the basics

- getting clients outside in Bowring Park. The program started with nature walks, clean ups and planting flower beds, and evolved to include planting and harvesting vegetables. This past fall participants took on an additional challenging horticultural project growing poinsettias for Christmas.

“This program has been great to all involved, and I’m proud to see it flourishing,” says Mike Adam. “The participants have learned a lot with the help of our Parks staff, for example, learning to grow poinsettias. Poinsettias are a sensitive plant so that created some challenges but it also provided a great learning experience. The participants have become eager to learn and problem solve, which is great to see.

Everyone has provided ideas and suggestions when challenges have occurred and it’s clear they’ve been thinking about the work and piecing together what they’ve learned.”

Parks staff have shared their knowledge and expertise with the group and the response has been great.

The clients now love learning and getting their hands dirty.

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Learning and getting their hands dirty One client was metaphorically paralyzed by the thought of work, but now loves participating in the program. The beauty of this unique partnership program is that clients never associate it with work.

Danielle can assess each individual’s progress from a work readiness perspective and informally measure many things including the ability to listen, follow direction and multitask.

The participants have been eager to ask questions and participate in group discussions which is very interesting and informative for all involved.

“When our clients ask questions of the Parks staff it shows such an amazing transformation because oftentimes the hierarchy in an office or therapy setting can be very intimidating,” says Danielle.

“Coming to a program like this breaks that hierarchy – they perceive everyone as equals who are on a level playing field and all learning together a huge success for those going through recovery.”

Challenges that arise also provide a learning experience for the clients as they learn to problem solve and use their cognitive abilities to figure out what went wrong and what can be done to fix it.

“The Parks staff will help them problem solve, and they don’t even realize they’re using these skills which is amazing to watch,” says Danielle. “The participants are learning valuable life skills like interacting and working as a team.

Usually by the first or second session the clients have started interacting when they probably started off too intimidated to participate at all.”

“The most impressive result of this program is the peer support network that has been created among participants, which happened naturally.

They can relate to each other and share common experiences which has helped in their recovery process. We would never be able to create that, but we have helped to create the environment for it to happen,” explains Danielle.

For individuals suffering with mental health and addictions issues, generally the first occupational performance tasks to deteriorate are hygiene and home management tasks. Everyday tasks that most of us take for granted like brushing teeth, taking a shower, holding a broom or washing dishes can be difficult for some individuals. This program has taught participants that they have the skills and abilities to transfer these skills into their own homes.

“They have really taken on the responsibility here at the park,” says Mike. “Some days when our staff arrive the participants have already started discussions about what tasks they’re going to do first, carrying on from the last day they were there. They know the basic every day things that need to be done at the Park.”

“We’re so happy with the way the program has turned out,” says Danielle. “The Parks division has been monumental in making this happen and we couldn’t be happier that they believe in the program. The staff have been a huge support and a big part in the success. Community partnerships are vital in the world of recovery, I never imagined the program would continue for this long, but it has surprised us all and we are so happy it has evolved to what it is today.” CG

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Spring Garden Revival Once temperatures start climbing and the snow finally melts, vegetation will come out of its winter dormancy and prepare for another season of growth.

You can help your trees, shrubs and other plants along by following these spring garden tasks suggested by the City’s Arborist.

Check trees for winter damage

Walk around trees on your property and look up to see if there are any broken or hanging branches. Broken branches should be removed as they present a potential hazard to people and property and create an entry point for disease and decay.

Broken branches should be removed and stubs properly pruned so the tree can use its natural defense mechanisms to protect itself, by creating a barrier to block foreign pathogens from entering.

Report any potential tree related hazards to the City by contacting Access St. John’s.

Look for sunscald, frost cracks, and winter kill

Sunscald and frost cracking occur over the winter months during periods of rapid heating and cooling. While rarely fatal to trees, this can lead to further problems as these wounds expose trees to pests or decay.

Winter kill refers to vegetation that dies due to the harsh effects of winter weather. While most plants can survive the winter weather, sudden or ongoing temperature fluctuations can have a devastating impact.

Other spring garden tasks

Remove burlap from evergreens: burlap should be removed when overnight temperatures start to rise above zero degrees Celsius so plants are exposed to the sun and able to start producing food.

Look for sunken, discoloured bark; cracking and peeling of the bark may occur after new growth. Frost cracks can be up to several feet long and are often found on the southwest side of the tree.

Sun Scald is common in young trees and those with thinner bark: Cherry Crabapple Plum Maple Linden Mountain Ash Honey Locust

Burlap should be removed when overnight temperatures start to rise above zero degrees Celsius .

Remove leaves placed on flower/shrub beds and rake old leaves from your garden. Some tree pests such as tar spot overwinter on fallen leaves, reinfecting new growth in the spring. Removing fallen leaves from your garden can help break this cycle. CG

From spring to fall it’s in the bag When do we collect?

Put your leaves and grass clippings in paper yard waste bags and set them at the curb on the same day as your recycling day from May until November.

What goes in a paper yard waste bag?

Leaves, grass clippings, plants and trimmings, branches less than 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) in diameter, sod and soil.

Some tree pests such as tar spot overwinter on fallen leaves.

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The Dirt on Backyard Composting Using compost is the best way to fertilize your garden and lawn to promote the growth of healthy plants and grass.

It’s also a great way to recycle your fallen leaves as backyard composting requires lots of dry leaves (the ‘brown’ carbon layer) to make that wonderful ‘black gold’ gardeners love. Plus it’s another great way to save space in the landfill and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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April 3

6 - 7 pm

PRCC, 35 Carrick Drive

Monday

April 15

6 - 7 pm

City Hall, Foran/Greene Room

Wednesday

May 1

noon - 1 pm MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt. Scio Road

Saturday

May 4

2 - 3 pm

MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt. Scio Road

Tuesday

May 14

6 - 7 pm

MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt. Scio Road

Sunday

May 26

2 - 3 pm

MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mt. Scio Road

A partnership between the City, the MMSB and MUN Botanical Garden offers residents free drop-in compost information sessions throughout the community from April to November. If you want to try backyard composting, or want to learn more tips on how to make composting better and easier for you, come to one of these free sessions!

At the end of each session backyard compost bins are available for purchase (cash only). A standard bin costs $50 and a tumbler bin $75, both with HST included.

For dates, times and locations of sessions go to www. curbitstjohns.ca, under ‘Residents’ choose ‘Backyard composting’.

Why do gardeners call compost ‘black gold’?

Compost is dark and it’s as good as gold to plant growth due to its high levels of nutrients that support your soil to grow those plants and flowers you enjoy so much.

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Confused about your Garbage & Recycling Schedule?

There’s an App for that!

Search ‘St. John’s Waste and Recycling’ in your app store and download our FREE app.

Allow notifications for this app so you are reminded of your garbage and recycling days, including if they change for holidays. See ‘Put Waste In Its Place’ below if you have wondered if an item is recyclable or how to properly dispose of it.

Don’t have a smart phone?

We also offer a FREE service where you can sign up to receive weekly reminders of your garbage and recycling collection days. You choose what kind of reminder you want and when you get it. Reminders can be sent to you anytime of the day or night by: • Email • Phone call (automated message) • Text • Twitter (direct message) Go to curbitstjohns.ca or call 311 or 754-CITY (2489) to sign up for reminders.

Storm cancellations We send alerts by 7 a.m. on storm days so you will know whether to put your garbage and recycling out for collection. If we postpone collection to the next day because of a storm, all that week’s remaining collections are also moved to the next day. If you’ve signed up for collection reminders your notification will automatically adjust to the revised collection day.

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D A O L r u yo for a safer road Spring cleaning?

Bring your items to the Robin Hood Bay Residential Drop Off!

Put Waste In Its Place Wondering if something is recyclable?

Use ‘Put Waste In Its Place’, on our app or website.

Just type the name of an item and it will tell you how to recycle or properly dispose of it - it’s that easy.

Learn your recycling & garbage days: • Visit curbitstjohns.ca • Call 311 or 754-CITY • App St. John’s Waste & Recycling

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Garbage Covering From April 1 to November 30, garbage at the curb must be completely covered to prevent seagulls, crows and dogs from accessing and tearing apart the bags and spreading garbage in your neighbourhood.

Blue bags of recycling do not need to be covered but you can cover them especially on windy days to prevent them from blowing around.

Garbage must be placed at the curb between 6 and 8 a.m. on the day of your collection. Placing garbage at the curb the day or night before your collection increases the chance of the bags being torn open.

Garbage covers must be brought in from the curb at the end of your collection day.

Acceptable garbage covers and bins Net

Unacceptable covers Garbage bags must be completely covered

Maximum mesh size is 1 inch x 1 inch (2.5 cm by 2.5 cm)

Blanket Tarps are not acceptable as they can blow away and litter your neighbhourhood or interfere with traffic.

Plastic bin*

Metal can* *The lid or cover of your bin must be tied to the main body of the container.

Download our app 311 St. John’s Call 311 or 754-CITY Submit online at stjohns.ca/access-311 Visit Access St. John’s at City Hall

Fixed boxes attract rodents, interfere with snow clearing, and are not allowed at the curb in St. John’s.

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After a holiday, remaining garbage and recycling days change for that week only.

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After a holiday, remaining garbage and recycling days change for that week only.

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Automated Garbage Phase II Phase 1 of the City’s automated garbage cart program launched in June 2018 when more than 16,000 carts were delivered to select areas. Residents have been successfully using the carts and we’ve learned some valuable feedback from them.

Phase 1: What we learned

One of the goals for introducing carts for automated garbage collection was to cut down on litter, particularly litter created when pests tear open garbage bags placed at the curb. Since the carts have been in use the City hasn’t receive any complaints about this kind of litter from the Phase 1 areas.

Some Phase 1 area residents initially expressed a need for a larger cart to fit all their garbage in, while others were delighted with the cart size. The smaller cart size was chosen to encourage recycling. Some did not realize the wide range of items that are accepted in the Curb It recycling program.

Once they started recycling more they were able to fit their garbage in the cart as they had more blue bags at the curb on recycling collection days.

With this simple transfer of putting recyclables in blue recycling bags rather than in black garbage bags we’ve seen a 40 per cent increase in the amount of recycling from Phase 1 areas. We expect similar results in Phase 2.

Another learning from Phase 1 was the importance for residents to put their address on the cart. If their cart goes missing it is much easier to locate when the address is

on it. This also deters anyone from removing a cart from a property.

This could save residents $90 from having to purchase a new cart.

Recording the serial number is also useful. With the serial number recorded one can also use it to locate their cart.

Remember to put your address on your cart with a black permanent marker. It will save you money!

On to Phase 2

In May 2019, carts will be delivered to the remaining households that will be required to use the City-issued automated garbage carts.

Postcards will be delivered in April to homes that will be receiving a cart.

Keep recyclables out of the cart

To make sure you have enough room in the cart for your garbage, put recyclables in blue bags and we’ll collect them at the curb every second week on your recycling day.

Household waste that can be recycled – don’t put them in the garbage – are: • milk and juice cartons • cardboard • boxboard (ie. cereal and cracker boxes) • tin cans • plastic containers that food comes in, including clamshell containers

Once fully implemented approximately 85 per cent of households in St. John’s will be using the carts, while the remaining 15 per cent will continue using garbage bags for their garbage.

This means in June you will see many more black carts lined up for collection on garbage days!

Some streets/areas will not receive a cart due to logistical challenges of properly placing the cart so the automated arm on the garbage truck can HANDY successfully SPACE collect and empty SAVING TIP: the cart.

Using kitchen catchers or smaller bags to contain your garbage will allow you to create less voids when filling your cart.

MARK THE CART: Remember to put your address on your cart with a black permanent marker.

Waste diversion staff can help you transition to using the City-issued cart: contact Access St. John’s or go to curbitstjohns.ca

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We need your #2 HDPE containers for recycling HDPE plastic (high-density polyethylene) is in high demand in the recycling marketplace. This has a very positive economic impact when processing the recycling we collect from you.

What kind of containers are #2 plastic that can be included in your containers recycling bag? Some may surprise you!

As it’s name suggests, HDPE plastic is very strong and is in demand by manufacturers of plastic lumber, corrosive free piping, plastic bottles and toys due to its sturdy characteristics. HDPE also has chemical resistant and anticorrosive properties.

• household cleaning products

HDPE plastic has the number 2 as its resin idenfication code – you will see this symbol on HDPE plastics.

• windshield wash containers • liquid laundry detergent bottles • medicine and supplement bottles Recycling HDPE containers keeps them out of the landfill where this plastic will not break down. Also, you help create new or sustain existing manufacturing jobs – all the while protecting our environment.

By recycling HDPE containers you save space in your garbage cart by including these bulky containers in your blue recycling bags.

If you have questions about the Curb It recycling program check out www.curbitstjohns.ca or contact Access St. John’s and request to speak with our waste diversion staff – we’re here to help!

End-of-life electronics can be recycled!

When you’re finished with your old electronics it is important they do not end up in the landfill, or left in a junk drawer or corner of your basement, as they contain substances such as lead and mercury that can be harmful to you and the environment.

Electronics also contain valuable metals, plastics and glass that can be recycled and used in the manufacture of new products.

The Electronic Products Recycling Association-Newfoundland and Labrador (EPRA-NL) is responsible for implementing and operating an industry-led and government-approved electronic products recycling program, available to consumers and businesses at no charge.

End-of-life electronics are collected at 58 locations in the province (six of them in St. John’s) and EPRA-NL ensures the electronics they collect are safely recycled and processed into new products.

St. John’s are a Electronic Re cycling Drop Offs

RHB Residen tial Drop Off

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34 Stavanger Drive 65 Kelsey Dri ve

Best Buy

If your electronics are not at the end of their useful life, we encourage you to donate them to family members, friends or to a local charity or reuse organization.

Hills Road

3 Stavanger D rive

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Waste Types Accepted at Robin Hood Bay The Residential Drop Off (RDO) at the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility is a modern site that is clean and paved for residents to properly dispose of recycling materials, household hazardous waste and regular waste.

The RDO is for residents only. Waste coming from businesses and institutions, contractors, landlords of rental properties and waste haulers will not be accepted at the RDO. At Robin Hood Bay your waste is no longer treated as just garbage. More and more waste collected at the RDO is recycled or diverted away from the landfill.

Pre-sorting is very important for an efficient experience at the RDO. We have different bins or facilities for different types of waste, so organize your items into these waste types before you arrive.

Recycling does make a difference Don’t see an item listed? To find out how to dispose of it use ‘Put Waste in its Place’ (see page 8).

Recyclable containers and pap ers are collected at the curb every second week; household garbage every week.

Hazardous Waste Open: Wednesdays and Saturdays ONLY, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Paint Oils (cooking, motor, lubricating, transmission fluid, etc) Batteries (household and car) Chemicals CFL lightbulbs Pesticides and insecticides

Recyclable Containers Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All items must be in see-through blue bags. Glass is NOT accepted.

Aluminum cans (pop, beer) Disposable aluminum trays (pie plates, baking) Tin cans (soup, beans, tuna, cat food) Milk and juice cartons Tetra paks (juice, soup/broth and milk boxes) Plastic drink bottles (water, pop, juice) Plastic food bottles (ketchup, mustard, barbeque sauce) Plastic food containers & lids (margarine, yogurt, ice cream) Plastic cleaning supply bottles (shampoo, mouthwash, hand soap, body wash)

Recyclable Papers Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All items must be in see-through blue bags.

Cardboard, Pizza boxes Food boxes (cereal, cracker, pasta, frozen food, etc) Shoe boxes Office/writing paper Newspapers, flyers, envelopes Magazines, catalogues Books (with hardcovers removed) Take-out drink trays Egg cartons, Paper bags Empty rolls from toilet paper and paper towel

Recyclable Cardboard Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cardboard only, bundled or loose, but not bagged.

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Recyclable Electronics Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Computers (desktop and portable) including tablets Computer monitors Computer accessories (keyboards, mice, etc) Printers (laser, LED, ink jet, etc) Televisions (all types) DVD and VCR players Audio/video systems (stereos, CD players, MP3 players, voice recorders, video cameras) Vehicle audio and video systems, including in-dash components Cell phones, telephones and answering machines

Metal Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

(Please note: If you have metal only, NLL Recycling is open Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Barbecues (no propane tanks) Bicycles Piping, fencing and wires Refrigerators and freezers Stoves and dishwashers Washers and dryers Hot water heaters Lighting and plumbing fixtures Metal bathtubs

Furniture Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m Gently used furniture can be dropped off to support the Home Again Furniture Bank Program

Garbage Open: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

We accept almost anything that you can’t recycle! Loose garbage can be brought to the RDO, but to keep litter at a minimum please bag light items such as Styrofoam.

NOTE: liquids and metals are prohibited from disposal in the landfill, so we can’t accept them as garbage.

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Winter Parking Restrictions ‘No Parking-Snow Route’ Streets Dec. 1 to March 31 From December 1 to March 31 parking is prohibited 24 hours a day on streets designated as Snow Routes. These streets can be located anywhere in the city, not just downtown.

These restrictions are necessary so that ice control and snow clearing equipment can safely service the streets. Enforcement is continuous for 24 hours a day from Dec. 1 to March 31 regardless of snow or street conditions. The fine for a No Parking-Snow Route violation is $50.

Downtown Winter Parking Restriction As scheduled dependent on snow On-street parking in the Downtown is restricted throughout the winter on streets which are scheduled for snow removal operations.

A ticket can be issued to vehicles parked on the streets scheduled for snow removal between 12:30 and 7:30 a.m. on the date indicated. Any vehicle impeding snow removal may be impounded at the owner’s expense.

For a complete list of streets included in the Downtown area, check our website.

Outside the Downtown and Business District On-street parking is not allowed between 12:30 and 7:30 a.m. regardless of street or snow conditions.

This ban began on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019 and is lifted when conditions are favourable; this often occurs in early April but primarily depends on the amount of snow remaining and if it impedes the safe flow of traffic.

A ticket can be issued to vehicles parked in violation of the ban, and any vehicle impeding snow removal may be impounded at the owner’s expense.

Business District Winter Parking Restriction The Business District early morning parking ban was first introduced as a pilot project in winter 2018.

Feedback and recommendations from the pilot have been considered and integrated into the 2019 ban, where possible.

The Business District early morning parking ban began Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. The ban is lifted when conditions are favourable; this often occurs in early April but primarily depends on the amount of snow remaining and if it impedes the safe flow of traffic.

While the ban is in place, vehicles are not allowed to park in the early morning between 4 and 6 a.m., regardless of street or snow conditions, on: •

Water Street, from Prescott to Waldegrave

•

Duckworth, from Cochrane to New Gower BOND ST.

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WATER STREET

GOWER ST. CO CH RA NE ST.

DUCKWORTH STR EET

ST. GEORGE

PRESCOTT ST.

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A ticket can be issued to vehicles parked in violation of the ban, and any vehicle impeding snow removal may be impounded at the ST. OWER owner’s expense.

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WATER STREET

HARBOUR DRIVE

Late night parking restriction between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m.

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Snowclearing Levels of Service Streets and sidewalks of St. John’s are maintained to performance and service objectives approved

by City Council.

Ice control, streets

Complete one application of ice control materials on all streets within three hours of ice conditions.

Snow plowing, streets

For snowfalls of up to 25 centimeters, complete an initial cut on all streets within 12 hours following the end of the storm.

For snowfalls greater than 25 centimeters, and for extenuating circumstances (such as drifting conditions, extreme snow accumulations, etc), the time to complete the initial cut will increase.

Snow plowing, sidewalks

Depending on the amount of snow on the ground and equipment availability the majority of streets in the sidewalk program will be plowed within four to seven days. The time to complete this will increase if a new storm occurs during this time frame.

Sidewalk Priority Downtown

The St. John’s Snow Removal Regulations require properties adjacent to designated downtown streets to keep sidewalks clear of ice and snow. Some sidewalks in the downtown core are salted and/or plowed following snow events.

Outside Downtown

Is my street scheduled for snow removal?

To know if your downtown street is scheduled for overnight snow removal: • Receive an email by 3 p.m. each day, sign up at stjohns.ca/st-johns-eupdates • Check map.stjohns.ca/ snow • Call 576-SNOW (7669) or 311 • Check for signs placed in snowbanks and at the ends of the street where we’ll be removing snow.

The City clears and salts sidewalks on at least one side of the majority of all arterial and collector streets. A few streets classified as residential that provide connections between these streets have also been included.

There are separate routes for sidewalk clearing, sidewalks have the same priority as the adjacent street with the exception of the immediate area in front of schools, which are Priority 1.

Street Priority Streets are salted and plowed in a priority basis that is primarily based on traffic volumes.

This ensures emergency vehicle access is maintained to the greatest number of residents.

Priority 1 = major and minor arterials Priority 2 = collector streets Priority 3 = minor streets and cul-de-sacs Priority 4 = private lanes maintained by the City

Learn more about snow clearing: www.stjohns.ca/snow

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To find your schedule visit www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Streets, Traffic and Parking >Street Cleaning

Downtown Street Cleaning 2019

Find out when your street will be cleaned: map.stjohns.ca/StreetClean A new way to learn what streets are scheduled for cleaning each night. All streets are listed and shown on a map, with a different colour to indicate if it’s for both sides of the street, or just one (odd or even house numbers).

Street cleaning removes dirt and debris from streets, reduces the amount of debris going into storm sewers, and prevents damage to infrastructure.

Scheduled street cleaning occurs from Monday, April 15 to Friday, Sept. 20.

Street cleaning takes place in the early morning between midnight and 7 a.m. and vehicles must be removed from streets scheduled for cleaning for the entire night. Vehicles not removed may be ticketed.

To check if your street is included, use the street cleaning lookup on our website. Outside the downtown street cleaning is not scheduled and occurs during the daytime and evenings.

Unlike snow removal, the downtown street cleaning schedule is determined well in advance for the entire season. This means you can look up the cleaning dates for your downtown street now, and mark these dates in your calendar.

Streets may not be cleaned on the scheduled dates due to parked cars, extreme weather or mechanical breakdowns. If this occurs, the next scheduled cleaning date is the next opportunity to clean the street.

Searchable street listing

Search by address to learn all the dates your street is scheduled for cleaning, or search by date to learn all streets scheduled so you know where not to park.

Find it at stjohns.ca >Quick Links >Street Cleaning

Subscribe to our e-update

Receive a daily email, including a map, of the streets scheduled for cleaning that night.

Subscribe at stjohns.ca >Quick Links >e-Updates

Not online?

Call Access St. John’s at 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) to learn your street cleaning dates or request a paper copy.

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Award a Volunteer for Their Outstanding Work Building Healthy Communities Award Do you know someone who is working to creating positive change in your community?

The Building Healthy Communities Volunteer Award recognizes individuals or groups who have volunteered their time to support healthier environments in St. John’s.

By establishing healthier environments, individuals or groups are enhancing the community and providing residents with the opportunity to lead healthier lives. This includes: •

supporting healthy lifestyles (recreation, leisure, sport, mental health, healthy eating, etc) through the delivery of programs and services.

•

creating vibrant communities and contributing to creating healthier environments (built environment, social environment, physical environment, etc).

This volunteer award is open to ALL ages but nominee(s) must be a resident of St. John’s. The winners will be recognized at the City of St. John’s Annual Volunteer Reception.

If you would like more information, or to nominate someone by the deadline March 22, email healthycommunities@stjohns.ca or call 576-8628.

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Volunteer Today!

Give back to your community and build relationships with others all while having fun.

Email: volunteer@stjohns.ca Phone: 576-8630 We will provide you with an application (also available on our website www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Your City’ then ‘Volunteer’) and a waiver to apply for a RNC Code of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check. When all documents have been submitted we will meet with you and match you with a rewarding and fulfilling placement.

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Recreation Registration Program

St. John’s residents

Residents of other municipalities

Easter Day Camps, Adult and Seniors Programs

7 a.m., Thursday, March 7

7 a.m., Thursday, March 14

Spring swimming & After School (2019-20)

7 a.m., Thursday, April 4

7 a.m., Thursday, April 11

SAVE THE DATE Summer programs

7 a.m., Thursday, May 2

7 a.m., Thursday, May 9

Registration Options Online: Visit www.stjohns.ca, under Quick Links choose ‘RECconnect’ In person:

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road

Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive

Please note

We are no longer taking registration by phone on registration day.

Set up or update an account

Whether you register online or in person, you MUST ensure your account is activated and up-to-date at least 72 hours before the registration time. Contact us by calling 576-8631 or 8499, dropping by or going to stjohns.ca > Quick Links > RECconnect.

Make a wish (list)

We strongly recommend you add the courses you intend to register for in your Wish List, BEFORE registration day. When registration opens just go to your wish list, add them to your cart and proceed to checkout. It’s that easy!

Program ages Registration for most of our programs is based on a minimum and sometimes a maximum age.

Children must be the age listed on December 31, 2019.

RECREATION PROGRAMS TABLE OF CONTENTS Outdoor Programs ...............................Page 22 Summer Employment .......................Page 23 Fitness .................................................Pages 24-25 Swimming.........................................Pages 26-27 Aquatic Leadership ....................Pages 28-29 REAL Program..........................................Page 30 Inclusive Services .................................Page 31 Children & Youth ..........................Pages 32-34 Adult Programs .............................Pages 35-37 Older Adult Programs ...............Pages 38-39

Course codes

We are now including codes for courses that require registration. When you log in to your RECconnect account you can enter the course code in the search function and it will bring you directly to that course. If you come to one of our facilities to register, you can give the staff the course code so they find the course you want.

Listings Key Due to the large number of programs and classes, you will see that we are using tables and a shorthand key to list everything in the Guide.

Guide M Tu W Th F Sa

Day Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Su

Sunday

Guide PRCC Mews CEWP Southlands Rotary Bosco Kilbride Shea Heights

Location Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road Charles E. Warr Pavillion, off Prince of Wales Street Southlands Community Centre, 40 Teakwood Drive Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park, off Thorburn Road St. John’s Bosco School, 75 Linegar Avenue Kilbride Lion’s Community Centre, 34 Fahey Street Shea Heights Community Centre, 130 Linegar Avenue

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Rent a Facility City facilities can be booked for a variety of functions including baby or bridal showers, family gatherings, community/corporate events or sports activities.

Facility

Details

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre 40 Mundy Pond Road 576-8499

Gym Kitchen Multi-Purpose room

Paul Reynolds Community Centre 35 Carrick Drive 576-8631

Gym Kitchen Multi-Purpose room

Southlands Community Centre 40 Teakwood Drive 364-5129

Multi-Purpose room Kitchen Meeting room

Shea Heights Community Centre 130 Linegar Avenue 576-1023

Multi-Purpose room Kitchen

Kilbride Lions Community Centre 34 Fahey Street 368-0250

Multi-Purpose room Kitchen

Cabot 500 Theatre Bowring Park recreation@stjohns.ca

Outdoor theatre accommodates 750

Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park Chalet Thorburn Road recreation@stjohns.ca

24 bunk beds Kitchen with dishwasher Outdoor barbeque

Foran/Greene Room fourth floor, City Hall civicfunctions@stjohns.ca

Full kitchen facility Accommodates up to 325 Audio visual equipment

Birthday Parties We offer both gym and swimming parties at the H.G.R. Mews and Paul Reynolds Community Centres. Depending on the type of party, number of guests, and the facility, costs range from $140 to $260.

For details on programs and services at our Community Centres www.stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Community Programs

You can also book space to hold a party at the Shea Heights, Southlands and Kilbride Community Centres. Contact the Centres for fees and availability or email recreation@stjohns.ca.

Racquetball Courts

Courts at the Mews Centre are available for 40 minute sessions each day of the week, and can be reserved two days in advance by calling 576-8499. Equipment rentals are available for $3, with a deposit of $20 or photo ID.

Cost per person Drop-in

5 game pass

10 game pass

$4

$17.50

$30

Welcome Newcomers!

St. John’s offers a natural environment, quality educational and medical facilities, clean air, safe streets and the amenities of the greater Canadian community, all with a European flavour.

Our rich history and culture, and affinity for ‘small town’ quality of life make St. John’s a pleasure to live, work and play in.

Learn more about your new home and its amenities at:

www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Newcomers

Bienvenue aux nouveaux arrivants!

St. John’s offre un environnement naturel, des institutions éducatives et médicales de qualité, de l’air pur, des rues sécuritaires et tous les aménagements d’une grande ville canadienne, le tout dans une certaine atmosphère européenne.

Notre riche histoire et notre culture, alliées à une certaine affinité pour la qualité de vie d’une « petite ville », font de St. John’s un endroit très agréable où vivre, travailler et se divertir.

Pour de plus amples renseignements sur votre nouveau « chez vous », visitez le site web suivant:

www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Newcomers

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Outdoor Programs

For more detail www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor – for ages 18+ Course

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Navigational Skills

13177

Su

May 12

9am-2pm

Rotary

$40

Wilderness Survival

13178

Su

May 26

9am-2pm

Rotary

$40

Archery

13179

W

June 5

6-8pm

Rotary

$16

Digital Photography

13805

M

June 3-17

6-8pm

Rotary

$48

Contact Outdoor Programs 576-8522 outdoor@stjohns.ca

Group Programs Outdoor programs occur at Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park and are available to community, youth and school groups. Programs are customized for the age and ability of the participants.

Programs offered in spring: • archery • geocaching • outdoor cooking • shelter construction • orienteering • fire building • map & compass • Duke of Edinburgh Preliminary Training

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Work with us this summer!

Each year the City of St. John’s hires approximately 150 temporary staff to supervise and deliver summer programs and activities.

We look for motivated, enthusiastic, and energetic individuals with a combination of work/volunteer experience and education and welcome applications from a wide variety of post-secondary education fields, as well as high school students.

Daycamps, activity centres, and outdoor pools throughout the city require program staff, lifeguards, tourism officers and logistical staff to effectively run them.

Successful applicants will receive hands on and practical training in a fun team based learning environment, including: •

High Five - Canada’s quality standard for children’s recreation and sport

•

Standard First Aid & CPR

•

Leadership, professional development, team dynamics and more

Apply by April 1 The application deadline for our summer employment opportunities is Monday, April 1.

See all our job listings and learn how to apply at stjohns.ca > City Hall > Careers.

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Outdoor Recreation Do you like to hike, camp, canoe, geocache, and basically just do as much as you can in the great outdoors?

Spend your summer showing others – and get paid at the same time!

We often have openings for outdoor recreation staff; if you love doing fun stuff outside you should apply.

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Fitness for Registration For fitness session descriptions go to: www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Fitness

Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Beginner Yoga

13117

M

April 29-June 17 No class May 20

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$70

Beginner Yoga

13118

Th

May 2-June 20

10:45am-noon

PRCC

$80

Intermediate Yoga

13119

M

April 29-June 17 No class May 20

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$70

Intermediate Yoga

13120

W

May 1-June 19

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$80

Intermediate Yoga

13121

Th

May 2-June 20

9:15-10:30am

PRCC

$80

Mixed Yoga

13122

Tu

April 30-June 18

9:15-10:30am

PRCC

$80

Mixed Yoga

13083

Tu

April 30-June 18

10:45am-noon

PRCC

$80

Mixed Yoga

13123

Tu

April 30-June 18

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$80

Power Yoga

13124

W

May 1-June 19

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$80

Relaxation Yoga

13127

W

May 1-29

9:30-10:45am

PRCC

$50

Relaxation Yoga

13126

W

May 1-29

noon-1:15pm

PRCC

$50

Yin Yoga

13125

Tu

April 30-June 18

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$80

Aquatic Fitness Instructor Workshop This workshop will teach participants how to develop and lead shallow and deep water fitness classes. Topics include basic human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, aquatic exercise design, safety, principles of aquatic training, and more.

Successful completion of this workshop is required to instruct shallow and deep water fitness in City pools. Pre-registration is required, see page 20.

Aquatics Fitness Instructor For ages 16+ RECconnect code 13806 Fri., May 3: 6-10pm Sat., May 4 and Sun., May 5: 8:30am-4:30pm PRCC, $150

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Drop-in Fitness Dryland & aquatic fitness is for ages 16+.

Wristbands must be worn by everyone in drop-in fitness sessions; receive your wristband from the front desk staff.

As drop-in fitness schedules often change, we are no longer printing them in this Guide.

Check to find out what classes we are offering this season.

For up-to-date schedules: • Call the Swim and Fitness Line 576-8408 (Mews) or 576-8155 (PRCC) • www.stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Fitness • Visit our Recreation Facilities • recreation@stjohns.ca •

Age Youth 3-18 & Senior 65+ • Adult 19+ •

Drop-in $4 $5

10 pass $35 $45

20 pass $60 $80

30 pass $75 $105

Deep Water Fitness

Shallow Water Fitness

Mixed Yoga

Held in the deep end of the pool, this noimpact workout is designed to improve joint movement, muscular strength and endurance.

Participants can use a flotation belt if desired.

A low impact but high intensity water aerobics class that is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance flexibility and muscle tone.

Beginners and intermediates together practice yoga fundamentals to increase strength, flexibility and endurance.

Core Balance

Body Bar & Dumbells

Adults in Motion

Cardio Pump

Latin Dance

Strengthen the core and lower back using body and hand weight. A wellrounded workout for all levels.

A total body conditioning class designed to challenge each participant’s major muscles groups using body bars and dumbbells.

This low impact class combines cardio and strength training for the older adult who is also looking to meet new friends and others with common wellness goals.

Use dumbbells, body bars, skipping ropes, balance balls, bands, steps and much more to deliver a challenging class for participants at all fitness levels.

A one-of-a-kind program that fuses Latin rhytyms and easy to follow moves for a fun and energizing workout.

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Drop-in swim H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive • 25 metre pool • 1 metre diving board • co-ed steam room and dry sauna (Mews) • 2 water slides, leisure pool & play area (PRCC) • wheelchair accessibility and pool lift • viewing area Wristbands must be worn by everyone in the pool and can be purchased from the front desk staff.

Swim Costs Age

Indoor Pool Swim

2 and under

Free Drop-in 10 pass 20 pass $3 $27.50 $50 $4 $37.50 $70 $3 adults, $2 children $3

Youth & Senior Ages 3-18 and 65+ Adult 19+ Family Rate Steam/Sauna

30 pass $67.50 $97.50

Swim Descriptions

As pool schedules often change for drop-in swims, we are no longer printing them in this Guide.

For up-to-date swim schedules and descriptions: •

Call the Swim and Fitness Line 576-8408 (Mews) or 576-8155 (PRCC)

•

www.stjohns.ca > Quick Links > Swim Schedules

•

Visit our recreation facilities

•

recreation@stjohns.ca

Family

Lane

Everyone Welcome

Adult

Leisure

A time for families of all ages to enjoy fun and fitness in the pool together!

Choose the appropriate lane – slow, medium, or fast - based on ability.

Enjoy a fun-filled aquatic environment!

Swim for adults 19+ years-old.

Only at PRCC.

All children must be supervised by a 16+ year-old, who must remain in the water at arms-length.

Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

Children under 13 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old, who must remain in the water at arms-length.

Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

Open to all ages.

Children under 8 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old, who must remain in the water at arms-length.

Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

Choose the appropriate lane – slow, medium, or fast - based on ability.

Toys and diving board available. Splash pad and slides available at PRCC. At PRCC, birthday parties may also be taking place.

Toys and diving board available. Splash pad and slides available at PRCC.

At PRCC, the leisure pool and other fun features may or may not be available as aquatic fitness classes may be taking place.

An ideal time for all ages to play or relax in the leisure pool!

Open to all ages.

Children under 13 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old, who must remain in the water at arms-length.

Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

Toys available. Splash pad and slides available.

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Swimming lessons Our swim levels and lessons follow the Canadian Red Cross Swim program model and run at both Paul Reynolds Community Centre and H.G.R. Mews Community Centre from April 28 to June 22.

Starfish / Duck / Sea Turtle Parent & Tot lessons for 6 to 36 months of age children Maximum of 1 child to 1 adult 1 lesson per week of 30 minutes instruction & 20 minutes stay & play Mews and PRCC: $36 for 8 lessons; $31.50 for 7 lessons

Swim Preschool / Kids / Teens 1 lesson per week, 45 minute class Mews and PRCC: $52 for 8 lessons; $45.50 for 7 lessons

Adult Lessons Suitable for basics to stroke development levels.

1 lesson/practice per week, 50 minute session Mews and PRCC: $60 for 8 lessons; $52.50 for 7

Red Cross Swim – Adapted A parent or aide may be required to support the swimmer in the water.

These lessons may be during other scheduled programs.

1 lesson per week, 45 minute class Mews and PRCC: $104 for 8 lessons; $91 for 7 lessons A Red Cross swimmer intake form, due two weeks prior to program start, is required to participate.

Contact Inclusive Services staff at 576-4450 or inclusion@stjohns.ca.

For details on lesson days and times go to www.stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Swimming > Swimming Lessons

Private swimming lessons Private or semi-private (two participants) 25 minute lessons are available for all ages. If you choose a semi-private lesson, participants must be within two levels of each other. At PRCC lessons are booked based on participants swimming level.

Cost is $80 for four lessons, $60 for three lessons.

This spring we’re offering two sets of lessons: Set 1: Weeks of April 28 - May 25 Set 2: Weeks of May 26 - June 22

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Aquatic Leadership

No leadership classes on Sunday May 19 or Monday, May 20

Course

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Pool

Cost

Junior Lifeguard Club

13843

10-13

M

April 29-June 17

5-7pm

PRCC

$63

Junior Lifeguard Club

13849

10-13

Tu

April 30-June 18

5-7pm

Mews

$72

Junior Lifeguard Club

13844

14-16

W

May 1-June 19

5-7pm

PRCC

$72

Junior Lifeguard Club

13850

14-16

Th

May 2-June 20

5-7pm

Mews

$72

Red Cross Assistant Lifeguard

13845

12+

Su

April 28-June 9

9am-5pm

PRCC

$175

Red Cross Lifeguard

13847

15+

Su

May 12-June 23

9am-5pm

PRCC

$225

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

13848

15+

Su

April 28, May 26, June 2 & 9

9am-5pm

PRCC

$425

Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR C

13846

15+

Su

Apr 28-May 5

9am-5pm

PRCC

$125

Junior Lifeguard Club

A new initiative of the City of St. John’s to help young swimmers, ages 10 to 16, bridge the gap between our Canadian Red Cross swimming lesson program and our Lifeguard certification program. Junior Lifeguard Club focuses on improving participants’ physical strength, endurance, strokes, rescue skills, first aid and CPR skills.

A main focus of this program is to ensure participants have fun while building team work, self-confidence and leadership skills.

Red Cross Lifeguard

Note: prerequisite for Red Cross Lifeguard is Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certification

Red Cross Awards for Aquatics Staff

This course prepares Assistant Lifeguards to be trained and ready to supervise aquatic programs. Participants train to be pool deck ready by learning emergency preparedness, accident prevention, leadership development and work to develop excellent judgement skills during mock scenarios while focusing on improving their physical conditioning. Candidates must be at least 15 years-old and must have a Red Cross Red Cross Assistant Lifeguard Assistant Lifeguard or Lifesaving Society This course is designed to introduce participants to basic lifeguarding techniques Bronze Cross certificate. The development of the professional Lifeguard is a key element used by swimming pool lifeguards. Expect of this program.

Congratulations to Hannah Burton, a fun and action packed experience with Megan Ryan and Alex Badcock on exposure to the knowledge and skills used Red Cross Standard First Aid & being awarded the Canadian Red Cross by lifeguard teams. Candidates must be CPR Level C Honour Coin, for their contribution to the at least 12 years-old and possess strong This is a comprehensive two-day course City’s swimming lesson program. Head swimming skills. Please ask our aquatics staff offering first aid and cardiopulmonary Lifeguards nominated aquatics staff who for a swim test if you are unsure if this level is resuscitation (CPR) skills that meet the demonstrate a deep knowledge and right for you. guidelines from the Canadian Red Cross. passion for water safety instruction and This is a prerequisite for the Red Cross who build caring relationships with their Lifeguard Course students.

“Our Water Safety Instructors believe that Red Cross Water Safety Instructor everyone should have the opportunity Focusing on how to teach the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program, this course involves pool, to learn to swim and be safe in, on and classroom, an online component and an in water co-teaching experience. Topics covered around the water,” says Leslie White, City include stroke development, stroke corrective strategies, emergency response skills and Aquatics Program Supervisor. much more. Minimum 15 years of age. All strokes in the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program performed at level 10.

Component Pool and Classroom Online Co-Teach Pool and Classroom

Details Sunday, April 28 Pool: 9am-1pm, Classroom: 2-5pm Paul Reynolds Community Centre The online component must be completed between April 29 - May 25 and takes approximately 20 hours. Candidates are required to bring their online component completion certificate.

Each candidate will be paired with a certified Water Safety Instructor and are required to co-teach a complete set of lessons at the pool of their choice for two hours per week.

Sundays, May 26, June 2 and 9 Pool: 9am-1pm, Classroom: 2-5pm Paul Reynolds Community Centre

For more details on courses visit www.stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Swimming

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The Guards Give Back

Since 2016, members of the aquatics team have been volunteering during the summer with Camp Delight - an eight-day residential camp for children going through treatment for cancer, survivors, their siblings as well as bereaved siblings. Camp Delight is an initiative of the Candlelighters Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, an organization dedicated to providing support, education, encouragement, advocacy and hope to all children and their families affected by childhood cancer.

In 2016, Peter Cameron a Head Lifeguard with the aquatics team, volunteered as a Councillor/Lifeguard for the week at Camp Delight. Fellow Head Lifeguard, Jessica Peckham also volunteered to design the camp t-shirt based on that years camp theme.

“I look forward to going back to Camp Delight every year because they are an amazing group of people to work with and I really enjoy giving back to a worthy cause,” says Peter Cameron.

Each year the number of City of St. John’s lifeguards involved has increased. Staff who currently volunteer include Keeley Hatfield, Matt LeRoux, Taylor Rogers, Ben Ralph and Amber Hodder with many more contributing through programming suggestions, technical advising and training support.

The aquatics staff held a variety of roles at Camp Delight and were able to put their recreation training to good use. They helped in many ways from running arts and crafts activities, testing new leadership development programs, planning recreation and waterfront activities, to doing what they do best - lifeguarding the waterfront site - all on top of being camp councillors.

Our aquatics staff went above and beyond what could have been asked of them to help make Camp Delight a success and they continued supporting even when camp was over.

In the Fall, they participated in the Inside Ride and raised over $1000. The Inside Ride, presented by the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation is Canada’s first indoor cycling challenge and fundraising

event dedicated to raising money in support of children with cancer and their families. Some of the funds raised go to the Candlelighters Association in aid of Camp Delight.

If you are interested in supporting the Candlelighters and Camp delight or looking for more information, feel free to contact the Candlelighters Association of NL.

( 709-745-4448 * coordinator@candlelightersnl.ca :

Candlelighters NL www.candlelightersnl.ca

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Donate to REAL and make a difference We are so pleased that through the holiday ‘Gift of Play’ giving campaign, residents of St. John’s donated $2,185 to the REAL Program!

Every day the REAL Program is privileged to give children and youth the opportunity to participate in sport, art and music programs of their choice. This involvement has significant positive impact not only on the children and youth enrolled in the programs, but also for their guardians and families as a whole.

Without REAL these young people, primarily due to financial difficulties, would not be able to take part in extra-curricular activities.

The City of St. John's supports REAL by providing staff to administer the program, ensuring 100 per cent of all donations go directly toward supporting program spaces; it is monetary and in-kind donations by individuals, businesses and community groups and organizations, that provide all placements offered.

It costs on average $100 to place a child/youth in a rec or leisure program for one season. So donations made through the holiday campaign means 21 children will take part in a program - and that wouldn’t have been possible without the financial support given by the community.

Donations to the REAL Program are accepted and appreciated at any time of the year. There are a number of ways you can make a donation and become a REAL supporter: Call 576-8684 or 4556 Email real@stjohns.ca Online via stjohns.ca/real

Learn more, please visit www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >REAL Program

Help us help kids The REAL Program is actively seeking members for its Fundraising and Promotion Committee. If you have experience in fundraising, promotion or marketing and would like to volunteer your time and talents to help us provide this service, please contact us.

Community Group Donations

Thank you to the Kiwanis Club for recently donating $2,500 to the REAL Program. Kiwanis has regularly donated to the REAL Program since it was established in 2002, supporting over 400 children to participate in recreation and leisure programs in the past 16 years.

Thank you to Cape to Cabot road race for their donation of $250, that made it possible for three children in financial need take part in a recreation program during fall 2018. REAL Program staff and volunteers had a fun morning at the road race and look forward to attending next year’s event.

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Inclusive Services Do you require support to participate in City of St. John’s recreation and leisure programs? To learn more about how we can help, or any of the programs and services listed here, contact Inclusive Services staff.

Application deadlines Easter Camps: Subsidy for After School Programs: NEW Summer program support:

Feb. 17, 2019 March 17, 2019 March 17, 2019

Safety for Independent Living

A course aimed to equip youth and adults, with mild to moderate developmental disabilities, with life skills to help them make confident choices, prevent potentially dangerous situations and live a safe life.

Are you or someone you know interested in taking this course?

Contact us to let us know! If there is enough interest we’ll offer the course; day and time to be determined.

TIME™ Together in Movement and Exercise A community based exercise program for people with balance and mobility limitations who can walk 10m with or without an aide. Registration is based upon a referral from a physician, PT, RN/NP. Contact us to learn more!

Adaptive Equipment Loan Program

We have equipment that can assist people with disabilities to participate in recreation and leisure activities.

Fit Finders

Offered spring, fall and winter to groups who encounter ability related barriers. Participants are given the opportunity to experience recreation and leisure activities within a safe, supportive environment, with dedicated and experienced recreation staff.

Attendant Pass

Persons with disabilities who require the support of an attendant to accompany them to events, may apply for an attendant pass.

Financial Support

Financial support is available for those facing financial barriers to participate in City of St. John’s Recreation Division activities.

Requests for children and youth are referred to the REAL Program, see page 30.

For more detail and descriptions of these services please visit www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Inclusive Services

Contact us

For more information about any of these programs or services: 576-4450 inclusion@stjohns.ca.

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Children & Youth

Learn more at www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Children’s Programs or > Youth Programs

For Easter Camps, After School Programs and Healthy Family Activities see page 34.

Playgroups, drop-in programs. All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Course

Ages

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Active Start

0-5

M

Until May 13

11am-12:30pm

PRCC

$2, FREE for under 6 months

Active Start

0-5

W

Until May 15

11am-12:30pm

PRCC

$2, FREE for under 6 months

Playgroup

0-5

M

Until June 24

9:30-11am

Kilbride

FREE, as offered in part by Kilbride to Ferryland Fmily Resource Centre

On Our Way

4-5

Th

April 11-June 6

1-2:30pm

Kilbride

FREE, as offered in part by Kilbride to Ferryland Fmily Resource Centre

Mother Goose

0-2.5

Tu

April 2-June 11

10-11am

Shea Heights

FREE

Playgroup

0-5

M

Until June 10

10-11:30am

Southlands

$2, FREE for under 6 months

Playgroup

0-5

Sa

Until June 15

10-11:30am

Southlands

$2, FREE for under 6 months

Playgroup

0-5

Th

Until June 20

9:30-11:30am

Kilbride

FREE

Playgroup

0-5

Tu

Until June 25

9:30-11:30am

Kilbride

FREE

Sunday Fun-day

All ages

Su

Until May 12

1-2:30pm

PRCC

$2, FREE for under 6 months

Preschool, for children beginning kindergarten Sept. 2020. Registration begins 7 a.m. Thursday, April 4 Course

Code

Ages

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Preschool

13420

4-5

MWF

Sept. 23-Dec. 13

9am-noon

PRCC

$476

Preschool

13490

4-5

Tu Th

Sept. 24-Dec. 12

9am-noon

PRCC

$336

Preschool

13450

4-5

Tu Th

Sept. 24-Dec. 12

9am-noon

Southlands

$336

Youth Drop-Ins Course

Ages

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Drop-In Girls Only

10-14

M

Until June 10

6:30-8pm

Southlands

FREE

Drop-In

10-13

Tu

Until June 11

6:15-8:15pm

Southlands

FREE

Drop-In

10-14

W

Until June 12

6:30-8pm

Shea Heights

FREE

Drop-In Girls Only

10-14

Th

Until June 13

6:30-8pm

Shea Heights

FREE

Drop-In Sports Only

10-14

Tu

Until June 11

6:30-8pm

Bosco

FREE

Drop-In

10-14

Th

Until June 13

6:15-8:15pm

Southlands

FREE

Drop-In

10-14

MW

Until June 12

6-7:30pm

Kilbride

FREE

Drop-In

12-16

Th

Until June 13

6-7:30pm

Kilbride

FREE

Drop-In

11-16

Su

Until June 23

3-5pm

PRCC

$2

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Children & Youth Leadership – requires registration Course

Code

Ages

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Home Alone Safety

13157

10-12

Tu

April 23

9am-4pm

PRCC

$55

Babysitters Course

13158

11-14

Th

April 25

9am-4pm

PRCC

$55

Youth Week The Youth Advisory Committee encourage ages 12-18 celebrate Youth Week May 1-7, 2019 by coming out to these fun-filled events. All events are FREE of charge.

Event

Day

Date

Time

Location

Youth Art Exhibit Reception*

M

April 29

7-8pm

City Hall

Youth Carnival

W

May 1

6:30-8pm

PRCC

Youth Swim

Sa

May 4

Noon-12:50pm

PRCC

Youth Swim

Su

May 5

2-3:20pm

Mews

Youth Forum

Tu

May 7

5-8pm

PRCC

*Youth Art Exhibit Ages 12-18 are invited to submit a piece of original art work for the 17th annual Youth Art Exhibit, by Monday, April 15.

Public opening reception with finger foods, refreshments and live entertainment is 7-8 p.m. Monday, April 29 at City Hall.

All submitted art work will be on public display in The Wyatt (Great) Hall, City Hall from April 29 to May 10, 2019.

Youth of the Year Awards Designed to honour a junior high and high school student who has helped make St. John’s a better place to live through their volunteer contributions, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

Nominate a deserving young person before the deadline Monday, April 15, 2019!

Nomination forms are at stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Forms and Applications >Recreation.

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Easter Camps, registration begins 7 a.m. Thursday, March 7 for Grades K to 6 * Please note: Camp Adventure 1 and 2 at PRCC are two separate groups.

Once registered there will be no switching or transferring from group to group.

Learn more at www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Children’s Programs

Course

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Camp Adventure 1

13520

M to F

April 22-26

8am-5pm

PRCC

$125

Camp Adventure 2

13521

M to F

April 22-26

8am-5pm

PRCC

$125

Camp Adventure

13695

M to F

April 22-26

8am-5pm

Southlands

$125

Camp Adventure

13431

M to F

April 22-26

8am-5pm

Kilbride

$112.50

Camp Adventure

13479

M to F

April 22-26

8am-5pm

Shea Heights

$112.50

After School Programs (2019-20), registration begins 7 a.m. Thursday, April 4 For Grades K-6 unless otherwise noted Course

Code

Day

Date

Time

Schools

Cost per month

PRCC Discovery (Grades K, 1, 2, 3)

13425

M to F

Sept. 4/19 to June 25/20

3-5:30pm

Mary Queen of Peace Roncalli Macdonald Drive

$350

PRCC Explore (Grades 4, 5, 6)

13858

M to F

Sept. 4/19 to June 25/20

3-5:30pm

Mary Queen of Peace Roncalli Macdonald Drive

$350

Southlands

13423

M to F

Sept. 4/19 to June 25/20

3-5:30pm

St. Peter’s Newtown

$350

Kilbride

13421

M to F

Sept. 4/19 to June 25/20

3-5:30pm

Hazelwood

$205

Shea Heights

13422

M to F

Sept. 4/19 to June 25/20

3-5:30pm

St. John Bosco

$205

Healthy Family Activities For drop-in playgroups see page 32.

Course

Code

Age

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Spring Art Craft

13144

5-12

Th

April 4

6:30-8pm

PRCC

$14

Family Archery

13175

5+

Tu & Th

April 9-18

6:30-8pm

Mews

$60 per family, up to four people

Family Paint Night

13145

5+

Tu

April 9

6:30-8pm

PRCC

$14

Bunny Hop Parade

na

All ages

Su

April 14

2-3:30pm

Bowring

FREE

Easter Family Geocaching

13176

5+

Sa

April 28

1-4pm

Bowring

$30 per family, up to four people

Family Paint Night

13142

5+

Tu

May 7

6:30-8pm

Kilbride

$14

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Adult Leisure & Learning Adult courses are for ages 18+ and require registration (see p.20) unless otherwise noted.

Technology - No Classes April 19 or April 26 Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Technology for Beginners Course 1

13814

F

April 5-May 10

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$48

Technology for Beginners Course 2

13815

F

May 17-June 7

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$48

Leisure – requires registration, unless otherwise noted. No classes April 22-26 or May 20.

Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Bridge Level 1

13312

Tu

March 26-June 11

9-11:30am

Mews

$110

Bridge Level 2

13313

W

March 27-June 12

9-11:30am

PRCC

$110

Bridge Level 3

13314

M

March 25-June 10

9-11:30am

PRCC

$100

Social Time and Drop-in Cards

13811

Tu

April 30-June 11

10:30am-noon

PRCC

$3 fee per dropin session

Social Time and Drop-in Cards

13812

F

May 3-June 14

10:30am-noon

Mews

$3 fee per dropin session

Advanced hands on camera techniques

13813

Tu & Th

March 26-April 11

10am-noon

Advanced hands on camera techniques Learn how to improve your portraits, landscapes, photograph at night and more through hands on classes to guide you through capturing great images. Must have a camera with manual modes (aperture priority, shutter priority and manual) and have a good understanding of how to use them.

Southlands

$30 DSLR Camera Required

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Adult Handicraft & Art Adult courses are for ages 18+ and require registration, see page 20.

Handicraft – requires registration. Basic knowledge an asset. No classes May 20 Course & code

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Knitting Circle

13816

M

April 29-June 10

10:30a.m.-noon

Mews

$3, drop-in

Knitting Circle

13817

Tu

April 30-June 11

9 - 10 a.m.

PRCC

$3, drop-in $113

13818

M

April 29-May 27

9am-noon

Mews

Poked, Proddy and Rag-A-Jack

13854

M

June 3-17

9am-noon

Mews

Summer Florals

13819

M

May 6

1-3pm

Mews

$20

Herb Garden

13820

M

June 3

1-3pm

Mews

$20

Rug Hooking Portrait: Ladies in Hats Rug Hooking

$143 if needing frame and hook $81 $96 if needing frame

Art – requires registration. No classes April 22-26 & May 20 Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Drawing: Musical Instruments

13851

F

May 10

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$12

Drawing: Landscapes

13830

F

May 17

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$12

Acrylic Painting: Beachscape

13821

F

May 3

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$12

Acrylic Painting: Going Fishing

13822

F

June 7

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$12

Acrylic Painting: Waterfall

13823

F

May 24

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$12

Oil Painting: Bluejay

13824

Th

May 2-16

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$36

Oil Painting: Bowl of Cherries

13825

Th

May 23-June 6

6:30-9:30pm

CEWP

$36

Water Colour

13826

M

April 29-May 27

6:30-9pm

PRCC

$40

Water Colour

13829

Th

May 2-23

2-4:30pm

PRCC

$40

Neighbourhood Watch Are you concerned about crime in your neighbourhood?

Call 726-0180

neighbourhoodwatch@stjohns.ca

Let’s Connect and Protect!

Supported by

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Adult Music & Dance Adult courses are for ages 18+ and require registration (unless otherwise noted), see page 20.

Music – no classes April 22-26 and May 20 for courses at Mews and PRCC. Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Accordion Level 1

13831

Tu

April 9-May14

10-noon

CEWP

$40

Accordion Level 2

13832

W

April 10-May 15

10-noon

CEWP

$40

Beginner Guitar

13834

Th

March 28-June 6

11am-12:30pm

Mews

$60

Intermediate Guitar

13833

M

March 25-June 3

7:30-9pm

Mews

$54

Advanced Guitar

13835

Th

March 28-June 6

1:30-3pm

Mews

$60

Keyboarding Beginner

13836

Tu

March 26-June 11

9:30-10:45am

Mews

$55

Keyboarding Beginner

13837

Th

March 28-June 13

9:45-11am

PRCC

$55

Keyboarding Intermediate

13838

Tu

March 26-June 11

11am-12:15pm

Mews

$55

Keyboarding Intermediate

13839

Th

March 28-June 13

11:15am-12:30pm

PRCC

$55

Keyboarding Intermediate

13840

Tu

March 26-June 11

12:30-1:45pm

Mews

$55

Ukulele

13841

Tu

March 26-May 28

1-2:30pm

CEWP

$54

Ukulele

13842

Th

March 28-May 30

1-2:30pm

CEWP

$54

Dance - for registration unless otherwise noted, no classes April 22-26 and May 20.

Course

Code

Day

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

Line Dance (all levels)

13303

M

April 29-June 10

1-2pm

PRCC

$4 fee per drop-in class

Beginner Line Dance

13304

Tu

April 30-June 11

11am-noon

Mews

$28

13808

W

May 1-June 5

10:15-11:15am

PRCC

$24

13305

Tu

April 30-June 11

12:15-1:15pm

Mews

$28

Intermediate Line Dance

13309

W

May 1-June 5

11:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$24

Intermediate Line Dance

13306

Th

May 2-June 13

12:15-1:15pm

Mews

$28

Advanced Line Dance

13307

Th

May 2-June 13

11am-noon

Mews

$28

Advanced Line Dance

13308

F

May 3-June 14

1-2pm

Mews

$28

13310

Su

April 28-June 9

7:45-8:45pm

Mews

13809

Su

April 28-June 9

9-10pm

Mews

13311

W

May 1-June 12

7:30-9pm

Mews

Beginner/Intermediate Line Dance Beginner/Intermediate Line Dance

Ballroom Dance for Beginners Ballroom Dance Intermediate Newfoundland Traditional Dance, with live music

$28 Partner required $28 Partner required $6 fee per drop-in class

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Older Adults These programs for ages 50+ require registration: see page 20 for registration details and new course listing key. There are also many other adult programs that may be of interest to you; see listings on pages 35-37.

Lifelong Learners These general interest courses give participants the opportunity to continue building skills and knowledge.

What is a Short Story An introduction to the short story as a literary form, with stories by Kate Chopin, Ernest Hemingway, Muriel Spark and Shirley Jackson, among others.

Instructor: Bert Riggs Lifelong Learners Title

Code

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Cost

What is a Short Story

13807

Tu & Th

March 26-April 11

10am-noon

Bannerman Park

$30

Events and Outings Our events are a great way to become active and socialize, whether on the dance floor or around the dinner table.

Registration for events must be completed at least three days prior to the event; for registration options see page 20. Meal, refreshments and transportation is included in the registration fee.

All our outings are scent free. Individuals who wear scented products may be refused admission, at the discretion of City staff.

Events and Outings – requires registration (50+) Title

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Hawaiian Party

13294

Th

April 11

6:30-10:30pm

City Hall

Senior Prom

13297

Th

May 9

6:30-10:30pm

Shea Heights

Outdoor Cooking

13300

Th

May 23

10am-2pm

Rotary

Cost $19 $14 if using GoBus $19 $14 if using GoBus $15 $10 if using GoBus

For more detail www.stjohns.ca >Living in St. John’s >Recreation and Parks >Seniors Programs Contact Us Call 576-8490 or 576-8411 email recreation@stjohns.ca

Transportation events and outings Transportation for special events is included in the price. Please call 576-8594 the evening before the outing to determine the bus schedule. Pick-ups occur from the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and the following adult and seniors’ apartment complexes:

Bishop Meaden Manor Building # 10 Pasadena Cres Building # 25 Tiffany Lane Riverhead Towers St. George’s Court Apartments Kelly’s Brook Apartments Kenny’s Park Apartments The Bristol Maplewood Apartments Thomas Estates Morgan Hollow Mt. Pleasant Manor Victoria Manor Wigmore Manor Please note: If the bus cannot fit into the parking lot it will park at the entrance of the lot.

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Experience Rewarded

Seniors Day Save the Date Thursday, June 6 is Seniors Day at Paul Reynolds Community Centre.

This annual event is filled with information, presentations and entertainment geared toward seniors and senior living.

Nominate a special person for Senior of the Year For more information call 576-8411 or email recreation@stjohns.ca Nomination forms available at: stjohns.ca> Living in St. John’s> Forms and Applications> Recreation

Super Senior Joseph Piercey was the recipient of the 2018 Senior of the Year Award. Joseph has been volunteering since the age of 12 and continues to be heavily involved in his community at the age of 92.

Nomination deadline is May 3, 2019

GET TO KNOW ST. JOHN’S! APPRENEZ-VOUS À CONNAITRE SAINT-JEAN!

City of St. John’s Welcome Centre 348 Water Street Open 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. : Monday to Friday year round; 7 days a week seasonally 1-844-570-2009

709-576-8106

www.stjohns.ca

Businesses, Tourists and Newcomers... visit us!

Free Wi-Fi and computer access available

YOU CAN

make a difference in a child’s life We believe that all children in St. John’s should participate in recreation and leisure activities which boost their self-esteem, promote active living and support personal growth through increased knowledge and skill development.

The REAL Program provides recreation and leisure opportunities to children in financial need.

It matches children with one organized activity of their choice.

You can donate by bringing your deposit beverage containers to any Green Depot and using code 5768684