Four of the City of Regina’s outdoor pools are set to open over the next few weeks, offering residents and families the opportunity to stay active and enjoy the summer. Regent Pool, Maple Leaf Pool and Buffalo Meadows Pool will open June 9. Massey Pool is undergoing essential concrete repairs, and an opening date will soon be announced.
New this year, all outdoor pools will have extended hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends in June and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily in July and August. In addition to the extended hours, there will be many new and exciting programs for all ages.
Families can access $4 family swims, and young children will have dedicated preschool swim time. Youth will have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of activities including ‘try it’ events, weekend tournaments to participate in variety of non-competitive and competitive water activities, and a Toonie Teen Swim for ages 13-18.
Other new and returning activities include drop-in and registered swimming lessons, adapted swimming lessons, sessions offered by Aquatic Sport User Groups like synchronized swimming and water polo, Adapted Family Leisure Swim, Lifesaving Sport classes, Swim & Coffee and Aquacise.
All activities at Maple Leaf and Buffalo Meadows are free. Registration requirements, swim times and classes differ per pool. Full details can be found in the Spring/Summer Leisure Guide and the What’s in Your Neighbourhood maps on Regina.ca. Pool locations and admission fees can be found at Regina.ca/outdoorpools
Construction is currently underway at Wascana Pool and it is expected to open in summer 2023.
If the outdoor pools are busy, don’t forget about the many city-owned spray pads available from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. all summer long. Visit Regina.ca/spraypad for a list of locations.
Author: Jon Hayward
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Regina’s Outdoor Pools Open on June 9
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Heritage Community Association Job Posting – Executive Director
The Heritage Community Association (HCA) is looking for its next Executive Director (ED)! This
is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone with a passion for community engagement
and strong administrative skills.Find more information on the opening at the HCA’s website.
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PVCA Scholarship for 2022
The PVCA proudly offers a $500 scholarship that is available to grade 12 students attending high school in Regina, providing the individual lives in the Prairie View area and maintains a 70% average throughout the school year. We are also making the scholarship available to young people up to age 21, who will be continuing their education. Emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s volunteer activities.To apply, please submit the following:-A current high school transcript-A letter of acceptance or conditional acceptance-A list of volunteer experiences you have participated in-a letter from someone else supporting these activities, and that person’s contact informationFor any further questions or to apply, please email us at pvca@sasktel.net.The deadline for applications is May 15th, 2022. -
PVCA Annual General Meeting – April 25th @ 7pm
The PVCA is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday, April 2 25th at 7pm. It will be conducted virtually using Zoom.
For the Zoom meeting link, please email pvca@sasktel.net
The major topic to be discussed is succession planning, as we are still hoping to confirm volunteers for the Chair, Secretary, Facilities Coordinator, and Newsletter Editor positions.
See below for our annual financial statements:
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Volunteers Needed to Continue Running the PVCA
The PVCA is at a critical point in terms of volunteer support, we urgently need to fill several positions to be able to keep the association running:
-Chairperson
-Secretary
-Programming Coordinator
-Events Coordinator
-Newsletter EditorIf you would like information on any of these positions, please contact us at pvca@sasktel.net and we will be happy to provide some more details.
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City of Regina Spring/Summer Leisure Guide Now Available
You can review the leisure guide here.
Registration for Spring classes begins Tuesday, March 8 at 7 a.m. for residents, Thursday, March 10 for non-residents.
Registration for Summer classes begins Tuesday, May 17 at 7 a.m. for residents, Thursday, May 19 for non-residents.
Log into Regina Recreation Online to add courses to your Wish List prior to registration opening for ease of checkout.
Please note, the PVCA does not currently have plans to offer Spring/Summer 2022 program.
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How to Register for Winter 2022 PVCA Classes via the Shop Page
The registration process for the remainder of open spots in the PVCA’s Winter 2022 Programs will take place exclusively online at pvca.ca/shop. Phone numbers and email addresses are required. Because all of the programs are taking place virtually, having a correct email address on file is essential for your instructor to be able to send your invitations to sessions.
- If this is your first order for Winter 2022 please remember to add a membership to your cart if you do not already have a valid 2021/2022 Community Association membership. We accept memberships from all other CAs in the city. If you already have a PVCA or other CAs’ membership, please provide the number in the Order Notes section (more on this later).
- Add the classes and the quantity of registrations needed for each class to your cart, then when you are ready select Proceed to Checkout.
- Another important note regarding Karate classes, please be sure to select the product that correct for your situation (i.e.: selecting a Family membership if you have two or more people signing up). Use the Order Notes section to provide the names and contact information for each individual as applicable.
- When checking out, provide us with the necessary contact information for participants if it is NOT captured in the required billing details, an example is shown:
5. If purchasing a Membership, you will be required to provide your Family name to complete the order.
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PVCA Winter 2022 Newsletter
The Winter 2022 newsletter contains information about our winter program catalogue, our upcoming Winter Funfest, and the West Zone Board’s current program offerings. -
1st Annual PVCA Winter Funfest
Check back for more details as the date of the event approaches.
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West Zone Board 2021-22 Winter Announcements and Program Information
Annual General Meeting
The following Executive positions require election or re-election:
- Chair – 2 year term
- Treasurer – 2 year term
- Volunteer Coordinator – 2 year term
- Program Coordinator – 1 year term
Contact the West Zone Board at wzb@sasktel.net or 306-791-0226 for job descriptions of these positions.
If you would like to become more involved in the area of the City where you reside, and assist in making decisions to enhance the West Zone, please contact the West Zone Board office with your resume by later January 17th ; email wzb@sasktel.net. A few hours of your time can make a big difference!
Learn to Skate Winter 2022
Teaches children to stand and walk on skates and feel comfortable on the ice. Skating/Hockey helmet with full face guard is mandatory.
Registration: January 3-18, 2022
Cost: $85.00/8 sessions (Community Membership # required, one can be purchased for $10/family)
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Registrations will be accepted until classes are full and will close January 18. Register and payment on-line at www.westzoneboard.ca. If you are unable to register online, registration forms can be printed from the website www.westzoneboard.ca or picked up from the West Zone Board office located in the North West Leisure Centre. Drop off completed forms with payment at the West Zone Board office. Cash or cheque payments only.
AGES 3 – 5 Years:
Fri Jan 21 – Mar 11 9:15 – 10:00 am Doug Wickenheiser Arena
Sat Jan 22 – Mar 12 10:15 – 11:00 am Kinsmen Arena
Sun Jan 23 – Mar 13 3:45 – 4:25 pm Doug Wickenheiser Arena
Sun Jan 23 – Mar 21 4:25 – 5:05 pm Doug Wickenheiser ArenaAGES 6 – 12 Years:
Sat Jan 22 – Mar 12 11:00 – 11:45 am Kinsmen Arena
Sun Jan 23 – Mar 13 5:05 – 5:45 pm Doug Wickenheiser ArenaRegina West Taekwon-Do
After 599 days, Taekwondo is returning to the schools beginning November 1.
CLASS TIMES at Henry Janzen School, 222 Rink Avenue:
Sundays Beginner Belts 1 – 2 pm Intermediate Belts 2 – 3 pm Senior Belts 2 – 3 pm
Mondays Beginner Belts 6 – 7 pm Intermediate Belts 7 – 8 pm Senior Belts 8 – 9 pm
CLASS TIMES at McLurg School, 125 Paynter Crescent:
Wednesdays Beginner Belts 6 – 7 pm Intermediate Belts 7 – 8 pm Senior Belts 8 – 9 pm
Proof of vaccination required for all patrons 12 and over.
Potential new students can attend any of the beginner belt classes, and try 3 classes for free!For further information, please email wztaekwondo@gmail.com.
Visit our Facebook page at Regina West Zone Taekwon-doRegina West Zone Soccer
REGINA WEST ZONE SOCCER ASSOCIATION promotes skill development, good sportsmanship
and fun in an equal opportunity recreational soccer league for children ages 3 – 18 years old.
Games are played from May-June ending with a tournament in June. Older age groups play with
other zones throughout the city.
ONLINE REGISTRATION: Please check our website, www.rwzsa.ca for more information. Early
bird (reduced fee) registration period runs from January 1, 2022 to March 15, 2022.
All participants must have or purchase a Community Association Membership. (Annual Family
Memberships are $10 and can be purchased through the online registration.)IN-PERSON REGISTRATION: Saturday February 26, 2022
10:00am – 1:00pm @ North West Leisure Centre
Please ensure that you get your registration in on time. This helps the committee to organize the
league quickly. REGISTRATION DEADLINE – March 31, 2022.
REFEREES: RWZSA requires referees for age groups 8U and higher. Referee applications are
available through the website or at the West Zone Board office, wzb@sasktel.net. Applications due
March 31, 2022.Regina West Zone T-Ball and Softball
In-Person Registration: Saturday, April 9, 2022 2:30-3:30pm – North West Leisure Centre
Online Registration – February 1st 2022 – www.rnwsa.ca
RNWSA is an affiliate of the West Zone Board, operates a no-cut, equal participation ball league that runs in May and June in the West Zone for children ages 3 to 14. All registrants must have a Community Association Membership. (Family memberships are $10.00 per year through the West Zone Board.)
Watch the website for more information www.rnwsa.ca or contact the West Zone Board office at wzb@sasktel.net or 306-791-0226.
*PAID UMPIRES REQUIRED* for all divisions except T Ball and A Ball. Sign up using the registration form.
