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COVID-19: Abides by provincial standards for Covid 19 capacity restrictions in all areas of the centre, including the gymnasium and rental hall. In order to visit the black historical museum, patrons must call ahead at 519-354-5248 to schedule an appointment. Masks mandatory in building at all times. Day camp programs are open Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm. Call centre to sign up.

A recreation and community centre

• Hall rental
• gym facilities
• kitchen facilities
• computer rooms
• community centre with banquet and meeting rooms

The Heritage Centre, a significant black history museum run by TJ Brown is located within the WISH Centre which is geographically situated near the end of the underground railroad.

Childcare and day camp programs. Drop in program that provides recreational and educational opportunities. Full day PA Day, March Break and Summer Camps * Children must bring a lunch, snacks are provided.

A health, fitness and recreation centre for all ages including 2 pools, gymnasium, wellness centre, arcade room, community rooms, and indoor walking track. There is also child-minding on-site while you exercise and summer/PD day camps available. Fully licensed child care programs available off-site

Offers winter and summer residential camp programs in a Christian environment. Chapel time offered twice a day. Integration of special needs children may be accommodated and will be reviewed on an individual basis.

A community sports complex hosting 2 arena ice pads, 25 metre swimming pool, fitness centre, banquet halls, picnic areas, recreation programs, day/sport camps - rentals, swim lessons, memberships available.

Children's programming available for all ages

• Jr High Ministry
• Sr High Ministry
• Summer Day Camps in July and August (click here for details)

Clubhouse Day with activities that emphasize challenge, creativity, imagination and cooperation.

• Offered on PA Days, March Break and throughout the entire summer

Summer day camps offered daily, weekly or all summer

• Activities include sports, games, drama, crafts, movies, special events, swimming, skating and more

Community based services including referrals to food assistance and visits to those in need.

• conducts home visits and needs assessment and will issue vouchers for basic requirements such as clothing, household goods, furniture, and occasionally beds
• the vouchers are used like cash at the resale stores
• accepts donations of furniture and offers pick up for large items (must schedule)
• will deliver food to those unable to pick up
• operates summer camps and sponsorship for needy children
• visitation and social justice advocacy also for those in hospitals, nursing homes, night shelters, orphanages, prisons, etc.
• accepts holiday food donations also during the holidays

Click here for more information about the voucher program

Click here for more information about the Summer Camp and Jail Committee

Click here for more information about acceptable items and donation bin locations

Curriculum based outdoor adventure education programs offered year round and featuring:

• Ropes courses
• Over night summer camp program
• Day Camp summer program
• Year-round rental facility for retreats, picnics, business meetings, family gatherings, weddings
• features large conference room, main lodge with stone fireplace, full kitchen and dining facilities, swimming pool, numerous outdoor firepits, basketball & Volleyball courts, nature trails, creek, pond, archery, large outdoor recreation areas

Charitable organization dedicated to the health of individuals, families and communities. Offers programs for:

• health
• fitness and recreation
• children and youth
• child care
• day camps
• employment training
• newcomer services
• international development
• leadership development.

Promotes French Canadian heritage

• Cultural, social, and recreational activities
• Golden Age Club
• Youth summer camp
• library contains more than three thousand books in French

Provides customized leadership development programs for people of all ages and abilities. Whether it's scaling a wall, navigating a web of ropes or cheering on colleagues, the personal development comes from working together as a team * Also offers a summer camp.

City of Windsor Department overseeing its parks, arenas, community centres and pools

• Provides on-site leadership and overall direction to sports programming, cultural programming, and leisure activities in arenas and outdoor ice rinks, aquatic facilities and community centres
• Provides professional facilitation of community events, seasonal sports and recreational services for the entire community, including seniors and special populations
• Provides leadership and facilitation for arts and culture and heritage

Day Camps: Click here to see the latest information

Activity Guide: published 3X per year and available in hard copy at all community centres, or electronically on website in page flipping format, to view available programs; registration can be done online at www.activewindsor.ca

Rec Express Cards:

• easy-to-use, reloadable smart cards good for gift giving
• load the card with any dollar amount and let the receiver choose from the hundreds of programs offered by Parks and Recreation: swimming, sports, arts and culture, birthday parties, room rentals, skating, etc.
• cards never expire and are easily available at all community centres, pools and arenas

Rec Express Card





Participant of the Canadian Tire Jump Start Program

Pop-up Day Camps:

• cover strike days, PA days and March Break
• includes activities, fitness, crafts, games and lunch

I Can Summer Camp:

• 2 week indoor/outdoor camp that focusses on healthy mind, body and home
• provides fun fitness activities, life skills, art, mindfulness, nutrition lessons and more
• lunch provided
• 4 two-week sessions to choose from

Includes all aspects of filmmaking as well as photography, animation, and visual art instruction

• Summer week long day camps
• Virtual and in-person camps and classes
• On demand virtual learning
• Overnight summer camps
• Private lessons

Day camp offered in the summer

• Explore God's world through story, song, science, crafts, games, and a host of other fun activities

Physical activity and leadership opportunities fostered through sport and activity

Camp-based community partner dedicated to enriching lives through outdoor education and recreation. Provides year-round recreational facilities for group rentals, seasonal camping, children's summer camps, and outdoor education programs for elementary and high school students

Child care program for infants, toddlers and preschool age children

School Age Program - Before and after school and school holiday program * locations:

• Forest Park Public School - 295 Forest Ave, St Thomas
  
• Pierre Elliot Trudeau French Immersion Public School - 112 Churchill Cres, St Thomas
  
• Locke's Public School - 22 S Edgeware Rd, St Thomas
  
• Kettle Creek Public School - 350 Carlow Rd, Port Stanley
  
• John Wise Public, School Age Program - 100 Parkside Dr, St Thomas
  

Direct services, advocacy and public education to help children and youth with physical disabilities and their families * resource links on website

Direct Financial Assistance - For prescribed equipment (can serve to top up Assistive Devices Program (ADP) support and other funders) such as wheelchairs, braces and communication devices (prior approval required)

Incontinence Supplies Grant Program - For children and youth 3-18 years of age with chronic disabilities (physical or developmental) that result in irreversible incontinence or retention problems lasting longer than six months requiring the use of incontinence supplies * the program is fully funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

Camping - Summer camp programs for children and families at two accessible camps across Ontario * Camp Merrywood (Perth) and Camp Woodeden (London)

Child care program for infants, toddlers and preschool age children * before and after school program * summer camp, healthy menu prepared fresh on premises * transportation to and from area schools

Supports diabetes research, service, education and advocacy * fundraises for research and education * awareness activities held in November for Diabetes Awareness Month * Future Professionals Conference held annually in November

Information and Resource Centre - Literature and lending library * information on financial assistance options

Summer Camps for Children with Diabetes (Camp Discovery) - Safe, medically supervised camp for children and youth with diabetes

Learning Series Presentations - Information sessions for groups about healthy lifestyles, living with diabetes, and research information * information displays available

Banting House National Historic Site - Open Tue through Sun 12noon-4pm

Clothesline Program - To donate clothing or household items call 1-800-505-5525 or visit the website for information about the closest drop-off box

Community Pharmacy Outreach Program (CPOP) - Pharmacy-based diabetes management services