We are delighted to bring you the Winter 2027 e-Leisure Guide, which includes programs, drop in sessions and special events running January 3 to March 27, 2027.

Registration for WINTER RECREATION PROGRAMS starts Tuesday, November 17 at 9:00 am.

Registration for WINTER SWIM LESSONS starts Wednesday, November 18 at 9:00 am.

Please click here to view.

This Winter is going to be a great season for fun activities and games as well as new programs!

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We have a new recreation app! Download the app to Play in PA!

Registration is easier, faster and mobile with the Play in PA! app. Use the app to:

• Get notifications about program updates
• Use your device as your membership card – just tap and play!
• Check out courses and plan your schedule ahead of time
• Find punch pass courses
• Get course codes earlier
• Manage your membership from your device
• Quickly view and register for drop-in courses
• Pay for courses securely using your credit card
• Filter your course searches by age, date, star or end time and category

Visit your preferred app store and search for “playinpa” to download the app today.

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NEW and EXCITING:

• 🏀 NEW Drop-In After School Games & Play Mondays and Fridays!
• 🌙 NEW AVM After Dark! Museum programs for Adults!
• 🗣️ NEW Adult Learn to Speak Spanish classes!
• 🪀 NEW Drop-In Mini Movers Pre-K Play Wednesday afternoons at Gyro!
• 💧 NEW Adult Learn-to-Swim Lessons!
• ⚱️ Art & Crafts – Pottery and hand building classes for youth and adults!
• 🧘🏼 Registered and drop-in group fitness and yoga classes on various days/times throughout the week!
• ⚽ Exciting drop in activities for youth and families at Glenwood – Pickleball, Family Multi-Sport, and Laser Light Roller Blading!

Upcoming Special Events:

• 🫱🏼‍🫲🏻 Connect with your City Open House! November 18 – Featuring public engagement opportunities, meet City staff, explore services, share your thoughts on our upcoming Financial Plan, learn about Master Plans, Somass Lands & Capital Projects!
• ❄️ West Coast Winter Wonderland! – December 4 – 24: Enjoy FREE admission and skate rentals at any of our generously sponsored Winter Wonderland skates!
• 🦕 A Dino-Mite Holiday Celebration at the Museum! December 12 – Roar into the holidays at the Alberni Valley Museum. Join us for a family-friendly holiday celebration alongside the Dinosaurs of BC travelling exhibit. Enjoy festive activities, hands-on fun, and a museum experience with a prehistoric twist!

Registration is available via your online customer portal or call us and we can help. If you need to add family members to your account, we can help with that.

Is your account up to date?

We know that some programs are really popular and fill up fast! To have the best chance to secure a spot in that popular program, please take the opportunity before registration day to log into your account at playinpa.ca and have a look around.

• Are all your family members listed?
• Is your address correct?
• Do we have your correct email address? We use your email address to communicate with you about your registrations, as well as send updates about locations and times.

If you need to update your information, or add family members to your account, please give any of our front desks a call, or stop by. Account family members must all be living at the same residence.

Pool 250-720-2514
Multiplex 250-720-2518 or
Echo Centre 250-723-2181

Register early for best selection!