Parks, Recreation & Culture

What’s New

National Lifejacket Day

May 17 is designated National Lifejacket Day by the Canadian Red Cross and we’re inviting you to bring in your lifejackets to the Leisure Centre to have them checked and tested by aquatic staff.  Every year hundereds of people drown in Canada as a result of not wearing or not properly securing a lifejacket when boating.  These accidents are preventable, join us on May 17 to learn more.

Victoria Day Long Weekend Hours

The Leisure Centre will be open during regular hours on Saturday, May 19 & 20 but will only be open from 8:30 – 4:30pm on Monday, May 21.  Drop-in Fitness classes do not run Sat-Mon and swim lessons do not run from Fri-Mon.  All lessons and drop-in classes will resume on Tuesday, May 22.

Free Workshops

Want to learn how to face paint and make animal balloons?  Check out our free workshops on how to do just that starting May 20… more   Feel free to practice your newly learned skills at one of our upcoming events including Canada Day here.

Jumpstart Day

May 26 has been officially declared as Jumpstart Day in Mission.  Jumpstart is a community based charitable program which helps children in financial need participate in organized sport.  Join Mayor Adlem and Parks, Recreation & Culture for a free day of family fun at the Junction… more

Water Safety Week

Join us at the Leisure Centre during our Water Safety Week.  The event will feature activities, games, giveaways, displays, demos and more.  Different themes each day of the week at our public swims.  The Water Safety Week Finale swim is on Sunday, June 10 from 2-4pm.  More information to come…

Canada Day Preperations

Got talent?  We’re looking for you!  Registration is now available for those interested in participating at the “Mission’s Got Talent” segment on the big stage.  Registration and more here.

Mission 120th Anniversary Grant Application

The District of Mission will be celebrating its 120th Anniversary this year and the Province of British Columbia has provided funding in the amount of $75,000 to directly support the arts and culture component of the celebration…. more

Off Leash Area Maintenance

The Centennial Park Off-Leash Area will be temporarily closed from April 3 to May 18 to restore the grass inside the fence line. During this time, a temporary Off-Leash Area will be set up adjacent to the existing area defined by snow fencing. We appreciate your cooperation by staying off the existing area as we will be using fertilizer to promote grass growth. The same rules of conduct will apply in the temporary area.