Our year by the numbers: 2024 Parks, Recreation and Culture annual report to the community
2,786
children and youth participated in swim lessons and learned skills that could save their lives.
1,595
participants in recreation fitness programs designed to improve health, wellness, and connection. Roughly a 60% increase for 2024.
740
children participated in Summer Day Camp programs and experienced friendship, adventure, and active outdoor play.
75+
Community Events supported and/or delivered by the Municipality.
20
seniors workshops aimed at improving overall health and wellness were provided.
3,584
Bags of popcorn sold at our Canteen. Plus 1043 hot dogs and 1382 orders of french fries.
450+
maintenance service requests completed in Recreation and municipal facilities.
13
Cemeteries maintained.
Other notable achievements:
- Successful funding through the Inclusive Communities Grant for development of the Town Park Recreation Centre Courtyard and several naming rights sponsorships totaling more than $60,000.
- With funding from Northumberland Minor Hockey, Cameco and Ganaraska Sharks Men's Hockey League, a new score clock was installed at the Jack Burger Sports Complex arena.
- More than 2,000 people participated in sponsored activities over the Christmas holidays including swimming, skating and gym drop in.
- 310 children and youth participated in registered programs learning new skills, meeting new friends and building confidence.
- 5,000 participants at the Holiday Kick Off Weekend; including Candlelight Festival, Moonlight Madness and Santa Claus Parade.
- Staff revised and promoted the Fee Assistance Policy to encourage access to recreation programming and services and to remove financial barriers to participation.
- 11 commemorative benches were installed, 8 commemorative trees were planted, plus 16 trees were planted at King's Field and 90 at Baulch Road Park.
- Landscape restoration plans for Chemetron Lagoon and Lions Park were completed.
- 9 movies were played in Memorial Park, hosting over 2,250 residents through the summer.
- 965 children attended festive program events (Easter Eggstravaganza, Spooktacular and Festive Fun Day).
- Over $750,000 in grant funding received for parks, recreation and culture initiatives.
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The Parks, Recreation, and Culture department is responsible for managing and providing a wide range of services and facilities aimed at promoting community engagement, health, leisure, and cultural enrichment. These services include: parks management, recreation and leisure programs, cultural programs, youth and senior services, facility maintenance, and event management. Overall, the Parks, Recreation, and Culture department plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life and promoting social cohesion within our community by providing access to recreational opportunities, cultural experiences, and spaces for leisure and relaxation.