Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department strives to enhance the quality of life for people who live and work within our municipality as well as those who visit. The department provides leadership for the development of safe, accessible, diverse and high-quality recreational opportunities. It evaluates programs, services and facilities based on the personal, social, economic and environmental benefits.
The Parks and Recreation department strives to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors by ensuring there is a wide range of physical activity and healthy living opportunities.

They are responsible for maintaining, protecting and enhancing existing and future parks, open spaces, trails, outdoor rinks, boardwalks, City arenas and sport facilities, and offering direct delivery programs such as the popular Intro to Sports and summer day camps.

Manager: Frank Quinn

Contact Info:

General Inquiries:
902-368-1025
Email: [email protected]

Arena Administration: 902-629-4171
Parks Administration/Community Centre Bookings: 902-629-4024
Program Inquiries: 902-368-1025

Simmons Sports Arena: 902-894-8247
Cody Banks Arena: 902-894-8422

Bell Aliant Centre General Inquiries: 902-569-4584
Eastlink Centre General Inquiries: 902-629-6625