North Perth Sports for Kids Fund GUIDELINES:

The purpose of the North Perth Sports for Kids Fund (NPSFKF) is to assist children and youth who are unable to participate in physical activities because of financial hardship.

What is the North Perth Sports for Kids Fund (NPSFKF)?

 The NPSFKF is an endowment fund held within the Stratford Perth Community Foundation that was established in 2009 by caring, generous individuals from North Perth wanting to ensure every child had the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation programs. This Fund provides annual financial resources to The Salvation Army CFS Listowel to help families in North Perth with the costs associated with youth sports and recreation activities such as fees, special clothing and equipment.

Who is eligible?

 Funding is intended for youth whose families do not have access to other funding programs (i.e. Canadian Tire Jump Start, Ontario Works, City of Stratford Subsidy, Family & Children Services)

 Children and youth (aged 4 to 18) whose household net income is under $55,000 per year (as per Revenue Canada income tax return) OR children and youth whose families are dealing with special family circumstances; such as recent financial hardship, family illness, large family size, family crisis.

 Residents of North Perth or participants in program(s) located in North Perth

 NOTE: Funding is available for members of the same family for the same activity or for different activities in the same season.

What does it pay for?

 Funds may be provided to help with the cost of participating in sport and recreation programs in North Perth, or to residents of North Perth. Travel expenses may be considered on an individual basis. Complete or partial funds may be issued.

 A maximum of $300 per child per sport or activity, not to exceed $500 per year, per child.

How to apply?

 Please use the application form on the reverse to apply. Hard copy forms are available at The Listowel Salvation Army, North Perth Public Libraries & Arenas, Huron Perth Family Services, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Listowel & District, Municipality of North Perth, North Perth Chamber of Commerce, Local Schools and Minor Sport Organizations or online at www.northperth.ca

 Email or deliver this application, as well as proof of household income/sponsorship letter to the Salvation Army Community & Family Services at the address below.

 Contact will be made with the sporting organization to inform them that an application has been made & an invoice requested if the application has been approved. If approved, payment will be remitted directly to the sporting organization

 The North Perth Sports for Kids Program may accept references from a community representatives such as, but not limited to: Social Worker, Teacher, Coach or Faith Leader in lieu of proof of household income . If this can not be obtained an Intake interview can be completed by the Salvation Army CFS.

 Applications may be submitted at any time

 Applicants will be informed of a decision as soon as possible

Can donations be made to this program?

 Donations from caring individuals, businesses and organizations are made to the NPSFKF through the Stratford Perth Community Foundation . Donations are pooled and invested and every year a portion of the income earned is made available to The Salvation Army CFS Listowel to help local families with costs associated for youth to participate in sports and recreation programs or activities. This means that there will be a financial resource available to help cover costs for youth sport for North Perth families today, tomorrow and forever. To learn more about the North Perth Sports for Kids Fund, the Stratford Perth Community Foundation and how to donate please visit www.spccf.ca.

Please deliver applications to:

North Perth Sports for Kids Fund c/o The Salvation Army Community & Family Services

625 Main Street East, Listowel ON N4W 2B9 519-291-3200

Gwyneth.woods@salvationarmy.ca

NORTH PERTH SPORTS FOR KIDS FUND/JUMP START APPLICATION

Need financial assistance for your child to participate in sport and recreation programs in North Perth?

Complete the form or access it online at www.jumpstart.ca

SECTION 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

Child’s Name (First, Last) Birth Date (dd/mm/yyyy)

Gender Name of Parent/Guardian:

Address: City: Province: Postal Code

Tel: call/text? Email:

SECTION 2: ORGANIZATION INFORMATION & REQUEST FOR FUNDING

Please identify the sport or activity for which you are requesting funding:

Sport Organization offering the sport or activity:

Start Date: End Date: sessions/wk: Length of session (in minutes):

Please indicate amount ($)you are able to contribute: HOW MUCH ARE YOU REQUESTING? $

Sport Organization contact (if known):

Sport Organization Address: City:

North Perth Sports for Kids Fund and its members will respect the confidentiality of all applicants. By completing this appli cation, hereby authorize North Perth Sports for Kids Fund and its community partner, Listowel Salvation Army CFS, to consult with the endorser and share this information with the organization or company that will receive the payment for my child.

All information captured above is a requirement of North Perth Sports for Kids Fund and is submitted electronically as part of the requirement for funding. All personal information is secured and protected and will not be used for any other purpose tha n in reference to the funding provided.

I recognize that proof of income or a letter of referral must accompany this application. If these are unavailable, an inta ke process must be completed to determine my eligibility for approval.

I verify that the information contained in this application is complete and true. Parent/Guardian Signature:_________________________________________

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Pool Admission Standards

Admission Standards for Public Pools were developed by the Office of the Chief Coroner to assist lifeguards and assistant lifeguards in maintaining adequate surveillance over the whereabouts and the activities of young bathers while they are inside the pool enclosure. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care strongly supports these recommendations for the purpose of preventing injuries and fatalities.

• Children under the age of 10 years who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their direct supervision (within arms’ reach). The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be a maximum of 4 bathers to one parent or guardian (4:1). The ratio of non-swimmers to parent or guardian may be increased to a maximum of 8 bathers to one parent or guardian (8:1) if life jackets are worn by all non-swimmers in their charge.

• Children under the age of 10 who are swimmers (able to demonstrate comfort in the water and pass the facility swim test) may be admitted to the swimming pool unaccompanied.

• Children under the age of 6 years may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is responsible for their direct supervision (within arms’ reach), with a maximum of two children for each parent or guardian.

• Guardians or group leaders are responsible for the children in their care while in the facility and must directly supervise the children at all times. Guardians or group leaders should be swimmers at least 12 years of age.

Recommended Supervision Ratio

Children under age 6 Maximum Two children to one guardian (2:1)

Children under 6 admitted only with guardian (max 2 per guardian)

Children aged 6 to 9 who are non-swimmers

Four children to one guardian (4:1) or

Eight children with lifejackets to one guardian (8:1)

1 adult for every 4 children

1 adult for every 8 children with lifejacket

Children aged 6 to 9 who are swimmers

May be admitted unaccompanied if they pass a facility swim test.

Tested swimmers permitted to enter alone

Examples:

• A family with a 1 year old, 3 year old and a 6 year old non-swimmer must have direct supervision from at least 2 parent/guardians

• A family with a 2 year old, 4 year old and a 7 year old swimmer (passed the swim test) must have direct supervision from at least 1 parent/guardian

If you have any questions about the required ratio for your family, please contact the pool and the staff will assist you.

Atwood Lions Pool 519-356-2630

Listowel Kinsmen Pool 519-291-5387

Atwood & Listowel Pools

OPEN: Mon . June 12, 2023

Pool Admission

Family & Public Swims: (50 Minute Sessions)

• $4/person

• Family $14 (up to 5 children & 2 guardians)

• Under 5 years old no charge

Aquafit Classes: $5/person Lane Swim: $3/person

Deep-end Test Times/Days*

June 12th - 16th 5:45pm-6:30pm

Stop by the Listowel or Atwood Pool June 12-16 to complete your deep-end test prior to public swim!

Evening Public Swims Begin

June 12: 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Swim Team: $55

*Includes 3 Practices each week*

Atwood Athletics & Listowel Lightnings

July 3rd - Aug . 11th

Swimmers will improve swim skills, gain strength and endurance learning all strokes, flip turns, starts, breathing pattern and more! This is a great way to make friends, improve and build your skills and have FUN!

Book of 10 Pass . . .

Individual Pass

Family Pass*

Pool Passes Include access to all Public Swims, Family Swims & Lane swims.

$35/Book

$125

$280

+Additional $50 per family member

*Includes 2 Guardians and up to 5 children. Add one care-giver member to your family pass at no additional charge!

Swim Meets will take place every Sat. leading up to finals on Fri. Aug. 11th!

North Perth is excited to host the swim meet on Sat. July 15 in Listowel!

Parent Volunteers are needed for both teams! Register online: www .northperth .ca/register