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After school youth drop-in centre

• ball hockey, basketball, billiards
• on-site kitchen for cooking program
• computers with internet
• movie nights
• workshops
• community events
• summer day camp
• volunteer opportunities for High School Community Service hours

After school youth drop-in centre

• basketball, billiards, air hockey
• video games
• computers, free WiFi
• board games
• monthly activities

After school youth drop-in centre

• basketball, billiards, air hockey
• video games
• computers, free WiFi
• board games
• monthly activities

COVID19 -- Resource rooms open for drop in, computers available for use for housing and employment related needs * Harm Reduction Programs back to regular hours

Variety of programs and services that help individuals, families and youth

Active Parenting Program a video based program guided by a JHS facilitator helps parents of 5-12, and teens, break down communication barriers and enhance the quality of family life * programs available between September and April

Employment Services to assist any job seeker with their resume, cover letter, job search, skills upgrading and more. Ask about our Ready to Go program for youth up to age 30 which has pre-employment training and certifications followed by a paid job trial

Extrajudicial Measures Program community partnership to assist in the delivery of the Youth Criminal Justice Act

Clarington Youth Centres (Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle) teen drop-in program in Bowmanville * youth up to the age of 18, after school recreation space, skills development, community volunteer hours opportunities

Group Counselling Anger Management for adults and young adults * Dads Aiming for Direction and Support (D.A.D.S.) helps fathers gain skills they need to nurture their children * Active Parenting groups for parents of children 5-12 and teens, Cooperative Parenting and Divorce. Continuous intake except in July/August

Housing work with clients to find permanent, adequate and affordable housing * eviction prevention, landlord and tenant education * maintains a registry of landlords with rental space available * assistance with personal identification (ID)

ID Clinic Identification replacement clinic, applications for birth certificates for all parts of Canada

Income Tax help for low-income persons * available only in March and April

Inmate Return persons from Durham nearing release may request assistance for planning their return to Durham

Learning Alternatives
Non-credit upgrading program for adults who wish to improve reading, writing, math and computer skills in preparation for employment, apprenticeship, secondary, post-secondary or independence goals * one-to-one instruction is provided in a small group setting * offer flexible schedules and provide year round intake and assessment

Project X Change needle exchange program for intravenous drug users * old needles can be handed in for safe disposal * condom and safe sex information available * connections to rehab programs and counselling * Naloxone kits and nasal spray refills are now available for opioid overdose * PLEASE NOTE this program is NOT available on weekends

Public Speaking Presentations available to present to community groups, agencies, schools, media, service clubs, churches etc * topics include drugs and alcohol, suicide, sexual abuse, the prison system, violence, employment, housing issues * able to speak about any program the JHS delivers

Record Suspension assistance with process formerly known as a 'Pardon' available at Whitby, Oshawa and Bowmanville locations

Residential Program designed to develop independent living skills in person aged 15 and over * participants share in the responsibility for meal planning, grocery shopping and other life skills needed for a home

Womens Drop-In Program drop-in program for persons involved in the sex trade providing access to support, information, laundry/showering facilities, and community referrals

Reception centre assists with information about aquatics, health club programs and registration * information on camps, preschool programs, Community Connection, youth, retail and customer service * Durham Region Transit passes, garbage tags

Health club and fitness classes * health club memberships includes use of pool, saunas and members' change rooms

Aquatics division offers Red Cross Learn to Swim lessons for all ages, as well as Lifesaving Society Leadership, First Aid and CPR programs * services include lane, seniors, special needs, parent and tot, and public swims

Youth drop-in all participants must sign up for a free membership card to have access to these facilities

Pool rental for birthday parties and family functions * available on Saturday and Sundays from 3:30 pm until close

25 metre leisure pool, gradual depth toddler pool, splash area and amusement slide, spray bar and mushroom * co-ed on-deck sauna and family change rooms and lockers * pool available for rent for parties

COVID19 -- truck driver rest-stop to access washrooms and showers * portable washrooms and hand-washing stations in parking lot for those unsheltered





Municipally owned and operated recreation facility * 240,000 sq ft with six arenas * a 1,500 seat, 500 standing feature arena, 2 swimming pools, a 600 seat restaurant, food court * pro shop, common lobby areas and meeting rooms * situated on 47 acres of parkland offering 3 softball diamonds, 1 senior level baseball diamond, a skateboard park, soccer pitch, playground area, 6 tennis courts, open spaces and parking for 705 cars



Rental Facilities at The Iroquois Park Sports Centre, Whitney Hall * permitted functions include banquets, meetings, training, workshops and conferences * capacity of 100 for dances and 150 for meetings * tables available



For rental facilities bookings, contact

Kristen Bright, Permits and Events

905-668-7765 ext 7108

brightk@whitby.ca

Community Hub for all ages and abilities to engage in social, health and cultural programs

• 125,000 sq ft facility, three full basketball courts, 200 meter, five-lane track
• fully equipped and universally accessible cardio/fitness and weight rooms
• opportunities for physical activities for people of all ages and abilities
• arts, life skills and research opportunities to enhance the quality of life for everyone

Activities for youth including

• computers
• pool table
• TVs
• variety of video games (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
• monthly calendar of events
• theme nights
• activities and workshops

Community Centre with Euchre tournament fitness classes, dart leagues, rentals and more

Children play group provided by Ontario Early Year Centre

Arena and recreation complex * outdoor facilities * tennis courts * softball diamond * playground * skateboard park

Arena closed for summer, contact Iroquois Park 905-430-4310

Activities for youth including

• computers
• pool table
• TVs
• variety of video games (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
• monthly calendar of events
• theme nights
• activities and workshops

Recreation and leisure facilities



Indoor Facilities

Two pools (teaching pool * 6 lane 25-metre) * gymnasium * youth space * teaching kitchen * preschool room * community room *



Outdoor Facilities

Skate park * splash pad * accessible playground * tennis and basketball courts * walking trails * events space * ponds

COVID19 - programs suspended until further notice


Recreation and leisure facilities * snack bar

Pool
25 metre indoor swimming pool with one diving board

Arenas
4 arenas - one International Pad (100' x 200'), three pads (85' x 185') * office location of the Ajax Figure Skating Club and Minor Hockey Association

Community Halls and Meeting Rooms
Three community halls available for rent * HMS Ajax Community Hall, capacity 320 with dance floor, two separate kitchens and bar facilities, cloakroom, portable stage * Commodore's Room, capacity 120 with dance floor, bar facility, cloakroom * Captain's Room, capacity 50 with dance floor, bar facility * four meeting rooms on the second floor, above the main entrance

Squash
Five international squash courts, home of the Ajax Squash Club

Health and Fitness
Training club - treadmills, computerized cycles, stairclimbers, free weights and resistance equipment; personal training available * rock climbing

Youth
Youth games room with coin operated billiard tables, table tennis and video games

Outdoor Facilities
Three skateboard parks * located at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres and the Audley Recreation Centre * each park has a mix of semi-permanent modular ramps and rails placed on a concrete base * parks are open during daylight hours, weather permitting * 4 public tennis courts and indoor tennis (seasonal) * soccer fields and Ajax Soccer Club clubhouse

COVID19 - Programs suspended until further notice * Library is open


Recreation and leisure facilities

Pool
25 metre indoor swimming pool-130 foot waterslide attached * temperature maintained at 84 degrees F, wading pool-maintained at 90 degrees F, slopes gradually to 3 feet * sauna, whirlpool, water umbrella, water cannon * private pool rental available, call 905-427-8811.

McLean Branch Library 905-428-8489

Banquet Hall
Capacity 128 with dance floor, separate bar and kitchen facilities, cloakroom, separation wall for smaller functions, patio deck access * two meeting rooms-capacity 40

Other Indoor Facilities
Double gymnasium, dance/aerobic studio * child supervision room, pre-school room * drop-in youth centre, youth games room

Outdoor Facilities
sits at the edge of Miller's Creek Community Park * washroom at pavillion * two adult-size lit slo-pitch diamonds * a junior and senior playground with swings and climbing apparatus * a child-size soccer field * a skateboard park has a mix of semi-permanent modular ramps and rails placed on a concrete base * open during daylight hours, weather permitting * no night lighting

COVID19 Phone or visit www.commcare.ca for updated information on programs


A local office of Community Care Northumberland.

A multi-service, volunteer based community support organization serving residents in Port Hope and surrounding area with the delivery of the following programs and services:

• Blood Pressure Clinics
• Caregiver Support
• Community Diners
• Friendly Visiting
• Home at Last
• Home Help and Home Maintenance Programs
• Hospice Palliative Care Programs and Bereavement Support (1-855-473-8875)
• Information and Referral
• Meals on Wheels Programs, hot and frozen meal options
• Personal Distress Alarms
• Telephone Security Checks
• Transportation Services
• Accessible (wheelchair) and Affordable Rural Transportation (1-866-768-7778)
• Wellness, Social and Recreational Programs for Seniors

Pool and arena facilities with accessible changerooms and elevator.

• Community room and mezzanine available for meetings, fitness classes, art groups etc
• Swim lessons and leadership courses for aquatics available as well as aquafitness/aquaeasy classes
• Host to user groups such as NORAC swim team, Hospital Therapy, Swim for Independence, Northumberland Minor Hockey, Port Hope Figure Skating Club, Port Hope Panthers Jr C hockey
• Designated Cooling Centre in lobby during extreme heat alert issued by HKPR District Health Unit. Mon-Fri 7 am-8 pm and Sat, Sun 11:30 am-4 pm

Recreation centre * arena, swimming pool * squash courts, double squash courts, tennis courts, racquetball courts * fitness studios, wellness studio, fitness assessment facilities * child supervision service, children's rceative centre, art studio * warm up track, weight room and cardio room * universal changerooms * a variety of meeting rooms and banquet halls are available for rent

COVID19 The Ruth Clarke Activity Centre at 81 Mill Street is closed. Programs for members are now offered at the Town Park Recreation Centre. Visit website or call 905-885-7908 for information

Regular Service
Promotes involvement, commitment, goodwill and participation among groups and individuals within the membership community

• Offers a wide range of activities for seniors including tai chi, card games, bingo, info seminars, darts, colouring club, exercise classes and more
• Computer lab, and free wifi

A community centre offering after school programs, a youth centre and recreation programs.

• Meeting rooms are available for public use.
• 3 rooms available to rent with kitchen facilities available with capacities of 20, 72 or 400 people.
• Building is air conditioned.

Plays host to many recreational white-water paddlers, kayaking courses and water sports events, including the Olympic Kayaking Trials, World cup Slalom Races and most recently the Pan American Games 2015.

It offers visitors a very scenic picnic area and walking trails.

Camping, hall and site rentals available, call directly or visit the website at www.whitewaterontario.ca

Contact Boatwerks in Minden, regarding the various whitewater courses that they operate out of the Preserve.

The centre includes one ice surface, banquet hall/kitchen, community library, outdoor multi pupose court and ball diamond.

Operates and maintains one indoor pool, one squash court * fitness activities, summer camps

Youth centre

• facilities, programs and staff to ensure a safe place for youth
• a place to meet, be active
• special programs, concerts, workshops
• works with families, schools, community partners and the Township of Uxbridge