Recreation Newsletter - March 2026

We’re thinking ahead… time to forget about the snow and dream of sunshine, flowers, and the birds chirping. See what spring and summer programs are around the corner!

March Highlights

Summer Camp

Summer camp registration opens March 2 for Arnprior residents and March 4 for non-residents!

Camp Wanna-Go’s schedule is set and viewable online at Arnprior.ca/WannaGo

This summer features many new additions including extended hours, a lunch program, and an extra week.

Aquatics Update

Want to become a lifeguard? The National Lifeguard Course is open for registration and running March 16-20

The swimming lesson schedule will be visible online starting March 14 at arnprior.ca/swimming .

Aqua Fitness, Greyfish, Adult and Private Lesson Registration:

Resident: March 16 at 9:00am

Non-Resident: March 18 at 9:00am

Children's Lesson Registration:

Resident: March 31 at 9:00am

Non-Resident: April 2 at 9:00am

Upcoming Lifeguarding Courses

National Lifeguard Course – Pool

• Monday to Friday, March 16 – 20: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Excluding March 17)

National Lifeguard Recert – Pool

• Friday, March 20: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Lifesaving Swim Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor *NEW DATES*

• Friday, April 24: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• Saturday, April 25: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Sunday, April 26: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Friday, May 1: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• Saturday, May 2: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Sunday, May 3: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

March Break

Registration for the March Break Camp is open and space is going quick. There are also a variety of swimming and free skating you can take part in over the break. Learn more about the activities on the schedule by visiting Arnprior.ca/MarchBreak

Spring/Summer Ice Availability

Registration for the March Break Camp is open and space is going quick. Stay tuned for more March Break programming coming soon.

Register now!

Spring/Summer Sports

Spring/Summer sports programs for both adults and youth are open for registration. These sports include:

• Beach Volleyball
• Ball Hockey
• T-Ball
• Pickleball

Learn more and view these programs at Arnprior.ca/Programs

New & Improved Arnprior Skate Park – Coming Summer 2026  (Graphic attached)

The Town of Arnprior has committed $275,000 to implement a new skate park in the vacant land adjacent to the Nick Smith Centre in 2026. Papillon Skate Parc Inc. has been awarded the design build contract to implement a 7,780 square foot skate park. The proposed layout has a good mixture of beginner and intermediate features and is constructed entirely of cast in place concrete. Construction is to occur in the summer of 2026.

Want to be part of this important community project? Check out sponsorship opportunities here.

Join the FUN Department: Several Full and Part-Time Job Opportunities in Recreation

The Town of Arnprior is actively recruiting for the following positions:

-        Recreation Programmer (Full-Time, Permanent)

-        Aquatic Instructor – (Full-Time, CUPE)

-        Facility Operator – 3 Positions (Full-Time, CUPE)

-        Recreation Administrative Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent)

-        Facility Attendant (Part-Time)

Learn more about job opportunities with the Town of Arnprior on our Job Postings page.

Recreation Refresh

Here are some of the things we don’t want you to forget…

Shinny Memberships - Annual  Shinny Memberships expired December 31, 2025. Memberships must be renewed to participate. Renew at Arnprior.ca/Shinny

Spring/Summer Ice - Looking  for ice time this Spring or Summer? At least one ice surface will be in  operation at the Nick Smith Centre. Please complete the online intake form to submit your request for ice time. Please note that early  evening ice times are very limited.

Preschool Programming - The Recreation Department has two preschool programs you can register your little one for. Little Movers is a parent-accompanied program for ages 6mo+ featuring free play and exploration. Preschool Explorers is a drop-off program featuring free play and structured activities to socialize your child before school, ages 2+. Learn more about each program at Arnprior.ca/Preschool