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TABLE OF CONTENTS Contact your Council ..........................................................................What’s my Ward ......................................................................................Page 5In your Neighbourhood, City Wards ................................Pages 6-10Volunteering ................................................................................Pages 12-13Access St. John’s ..................................................................................Page 15Street Cleaning .....................................................................................Page 16Sidewalk Snowclearing .........................................................Pages 18-19 Waste and Recycling Information ..................................Pages 20-26Business Information Centre .......................................................Page 29St. John’s Demographics ......................................................Pages 30-31Spring Recreation Registration Information ......................Page 35Swimming Programs .............................................................Pages 36-41Community Group Listings .........................................................Page 43Children’s Programs ..........................................................................Page 44 Youth Programs ...................................................................................Page 45 Inclusive Services ................................................................................Page 46R.E.A.L. Program ...................................................................................Page 47 Adult Fitness Programs .........................................................Pages 50-51Adult Music and Painting ..............................................................Page 52Adult Dance and Bridge .................................................................Page 53 Racquetball .............................................................................................Page 53 Senior’s Programs ...............................................................................Page 54Outdoor Pursuits .................................................................................Page 56Birthday Parties/ Facility Rentals ................................................Page 57 Cover Story, Humane Services Staff ........................................Page 59

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When it’s not an election year, we sometimes lose track of our wards. Add to that the fact that your garbage area and ward are not necessarily the same number and it’s easy to see where the confusion comes in.

“Knowing your ward number is important for a couple of reasons,” explains Mayor Dennis O’Keefe. “For one thing, it will help you know who your Ward Councillor is - although all the Councillors and the Deputy Mayor and I are happy to talk with residents on any issue!

“It also helps to know your ward for things like the food drive we had before Christmas, or to understand where developments are happening when they are discussed in Council.”

Finding out your ward is easy; simply go the City’s website, www.stjohns.ca, and look under the ‘City Hall’ tab for ‘About City Hall’ and ‘Finding Your Ward.’ The Ward Lookup asks for your street and house number and provides you with all the details on your ward.

What’s my ward? Why aren’t ward numbers and waste/recycling areas the same?Wards are determined based on population and adjoining neighbourhoods; garbage areas are created based on trying to balance the amount of waste different neighborhoods of the city put out to the curb each day while trying to have all trucks work on routes in close proximity to each other. “The only exception is the downtown,” explains Steve Colford, Manager of Waste and Recycling. “Collecting in the downtown is spread out over five days or areas. The narrow and steep streets, parked cars and population density requires a truck with two individuals instead of the normal one man to collect garbage.”

To find your garbage area, look on our website under ‘City Services’ for ‘Garbage and Recycling.’ We have a convenient look up that works just like the ward lookup on this page.

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“The East End”…Everything northeast of Portugal Cove

Road and northwest of Quidi Vidi Lake, including The Boulevard, East White Hills

and Robin Hood Bay, Virginia Lake, the Stavanger Drive/ Aberdeen Avenue area, Torbay Road, and the airport. (34.2 km2)

Ward 1 by the numbers:

Population: 22,813 Households: 9,263 (70% owned; 30% rented) Average Household Size: 2.46 Average Household Income: $125,278 Median Age: 41

Neighbourhoods • Clovelly Trails• Airport Heights• King William Estates• Wedgewood Park• East Meadows• Virginia Park• Bally Haly• Pleasantville• Quidi Vidi

Neighbourhood Watch Groups

• Shortall/CoultasPlace • WarrenPlace • CheyneDrive • BavidgeStreet

Capital Works and Developments

The entire water main along Portugal Cove Road is being replaced. Phase 1, from Higgins Line to New Cove Road, is almost complete with phase 2, New Cove Road to First Avenue to begin in 2015.

The bridge on Charter Avenue will be replaced in 2015 with a new box culvert.

Significant Parks

• Quidi Vidi• Conway Glen Park• Spruce Meadows Park

Facilities • Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre• Robin Hood Bay Regional Waste

Management Facility

Robin Hood Bay Regional Waste Management

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Ward 1In your Neighbourhood

Data included in this section is sourced from the City’s Parks and Open Spaces Master Plan and ESRI Community Analyst data (Business Analyst Canadian products are based, in whole or in part, on: Selected Statistics Canada files. Environics Analytics acquires and distributes Statistics Canadafiles in accordance with the Government of Canada’s Open Data Policy. No information on any individual or household was made available to Environics Analytics by Statistics Canada. PRIZM and selected PRIZMc2 nicknames are registered trademarks of The Nielsen Company (U.S.) and are used with permission. Copyright ©2014 Environics Analytics.; Selected Dun and Bradstreet Canadian Business Listings Data Computer File(s). Selected Navteq 2014 Streetmap Premium Computer File(s), Copyright 2014 Esri.)

“Downtown and Area”…Surrounding the Harbour, southeast of Quidi Vidi Lake and Empire Avenue and along the southside to Patrick Street. (8.28 km2)

Ward 2 by the numbers: Population: 19,102 Households: 9,454 (51% owned; 49% rented) Average Household Size: 2.02 Average Household Income: $77,844 Median Age: 40.97

NeighbourhoodsQuidi VidiRennies MillThe BatteryRabbittownGeorgestownThe Ecclesiastical DistrictWishingwell ParkBuckmaster’s CircleDowntownMundy PondShea Heights

Neighbourhood Watch Groups• Quidi Vidi Village• Tessier/Livingstone

Facilities• City Hall• Annex• Visitor and Business

Information Centre• St. John’s Recreation Centre• Central Fire Station• Quidi Vidi Village Plantation

St. John’s Recreation Centre

Quidi Vidi Village Plantation

Central Fire Station

City Hall Annex

Visitor and Business Information Centre

City Hall

Significant Parks• Victoria Park• Bannerman Park• Harbourside Park • Brother Egan Park

Capital Works and Developments The Quidi Vidi and Battery sanitary sewer outfall diversion projects, estimated to cost $2.7 million, will divert flows for treatment at the Riverhead Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Convention Centre expansion, ongoing since 2013, is expected to be completed in 2016. At a capital cost of $64 million ($14.4 federal funds; $14.4 provincial funds; and $35.2 municipal funds) expansion of the current facility will increase capacity and allow for the hosting of much larger conventions, which adds significantly to the local economy. Upgrades to Bannerman Park are nearing completion and a Grand Reopening is planned for the summer; preliminary work has begun on a revitalization of Victoria Park, first opened in 1890.




City of St. John’s Municipal Depot

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Brookfield Fire Station

West End Fire Station


Population: 20,786 Households: 9,275 (60% owned; 40% rented) Average Household Size: 2.24 Average Household Income: $88,045 Median Age: 42.89

Neighbourhoods Mundy PondCowan HeightsAmherst HeightsWaterford Valley

“The West End”. . . Sandwiched between Wards 4 and 5,

Ward 3 extends south from Waterford Bridge Road to the Waterford Hospital and

then along Topsail Road to Mount Pearl. The northern boundary runs along Empire

Avenue and Blackmarsh Road, also to the Mount Pearl border. (10.27 km2)

Capital Works and Developments The City will be adding an additional water reservoir adjacent to the exiting water reservoir at Jensen Camp Road ($6 million).

Work continues and will be complete on the Allandale Road water transmission line in 2015 ($5.8 million); plans are being developed to construct a concrete flood control weir structure at the Long Pond outlet for the Rennie’s River area ($2 million).

Planning for a new community centre to replace the aging H.G.R. Mews Community Centre has begun.

Neighbourhood Watch Groups• Salter Place• Waterford Bridge Road (West) • Westview Village• Carlow Place• The Meadows • Winslow Street • Empire Ave (West)

Significant Parks• Mundy Pond Park• Cowan Park• Kitty Gaul Brook Park

Facilities• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre• Municipal Depot• Brookfield Fire Station• West End Fire Station



“Centre City”…Bordered to the south by Empire Avenue and Old Penneywell Road and to the northeast by Portugal Cove Road, Ward Four includes large areas of undeveloped land including the regional water supply at Winsor Lake. Development is concentrated in the lower corner from Kenmount Road to the boundary with ward two, downtown. (66.83 km2).


Population: 28,157 Households: 12,285 (57% owned; 43% rented) Average Household Size: 2.29 Average Household Income: $94,983 Median Age: 34.58

Neighbourhoods Airport Heights Churchill Park Rennies Mill Hoylestown Rabbittown Wishingwell Park Kenmount Terrace

Sigificant Parks• Rotary “Sunshine” Park• Kenny’s Pond Park• Wishingwell Park Airport Heights Park

Facilities• Humane Services Shelter• Kent’s Pond Fire Station• Kenmount Fire Station Neighbourhood Watch Groups

• Allendale Place• Bideford Place • Iceland Place• Dumbarton-Bev Avon• Navajo/Piper • Kincaid Street

Humane Services Shelter

Kent’s Pond Fire Station

Kenmount Fire Station

Capital Works and Developments

The City will use trenchless technology to re-line the local water mains in Wishingwell Road and Terra Nova Road ($2.3 million).

Plans are underway for the development of a park in the Kenmount Terrace area.



Significant Parks• Bowring Park• Teakwood Drive• Bidgood Park

“West Extern/ Southlands, Kilbride and Goulds”

…Runs south of the Southside Road to Shea Heights and Waterford Bridge Road to Brookfield Road and along the Mount

Pearl boundary to Southlands, extending southwards to include Kilbride and Goulds.

(359.28 km2)

Ward Five is our largest in terms of area, with 35,909 hectares. Ward Four, our second biggest ward is

one fifth the size of Ward Five!

Southlands Community Centre

Goulds Fire Station

Kilbride Lions Community Centre

Goulds Recreation Complex

Shea Heights Community Centre

Ward 5 by the numbers: Population: 21,618 Households: 8,625 (79% owned; 21% rented) Average Household Size: 2.51 Average Household Income: $109,085 Median Age: 39.33

Neighbourhoods: Shea Heights Waterford Valley Richmond Hill Blackhead Kilbride Southlands Goulds

Neighbourhood Watch Groups• Wild Rose• Hillview Drive East• Twin Brooks

Capital Works and Developments The City has begun design work to install sidewalks along Backline in the Goulds from Ridgemount Street to Doyle’s Road on the St. Kevin’s High School side of the street only ($500,000).

Design work has begun for the new pool house and washrooms at Bowring Park; estimated cost of this new facility is $3 million.

Facilities• Shea Heights Community Centre• Southlands Community Centre• Kilbride Community Centre• Goulds Fire Station• Goulds Recreation Complex


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The many faces of Volunteers City volunteers come from all walks of life


Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to your community that is

personally fulfilling as well? Have you considered volunteering with the City of St. John’s?

Youth have so much to offer when it comes to volunteerism. Jacob Dinn is a Memorial University student who is an active volunteer member on the Mayors Advisory Committee for Youth (MACY). Through this opportunity, Jacob represents youth and ensures their voice is heard.

Bradley Murphy is a 25-year-old caring and dedicated volunteer with the Wedgewood Park After School Program. In 2014 Bradley volunteered 570 hours by keeping children active and bringing smiles to their faces.

Volunteerism also provides opportunities for career explorationand development.

As an 18-year-old pre-social work student at Memorial University, Lesley Greening fulfilled a placement with the R.E.A.L. Program which provided her with skills to complement her education. “Through my experience with the R.E.A.L. Program I have learned about creating sport and recreation opportunities for all children and youth to participate regardless of financial barriers,” says Lesley.

Volunteering with the City is rewarding for all ages. Ruby Hann has been a volunteer with the City’s Seniors Outreach Program for the past five years. Ruby enjoys making friends and helping people. She sees older adults getting out and staying active; and the rewards are deeply meaningful. “I know of someone who went through a difficult time in her life,” she says, “but she still tries to make the best of every day and is always the first one on the dance floor at our events. It is very heartwarming to see her out and enjoying herself and it reminds me of why I love volunteering.”

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Volunteer Today!Give back to your community and build relationships with others all while having fun. Email: [email protected] Phone: 576-8628

We will provide you with an application (also available on our website www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Your City’ then ‘Volunteer’) and a waiver to apply for a RNC Code of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check. When all documents have been submitted we will meet with you and match you with a rewarding and fulfilling placement.

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Volunteer with the City The City of St. John’s operates many programs and organizes events that would not be possible without the time and effort of our many dedicated volunteers. There are numerous exciting opportunities to volunteer with the City, ranging from daily or weekly experiences to special events throughout the year.

Children’s ProgramsVolunteers with specific skill sets to enhance recreation and leisure activities for children ages preschool to 12 years assist our programs in areas such as dancing, music, baking, sports and many more.

Senior’s Outreach ProgramIndividuals who enjoy working with older adults can volunteer with the Seniors Outreach Program which delivers recreation programs and events to enrich and enhance the lives of our participants.

Inclusion ServicesCaring volunteers assist with providing accessible recreation and leisure services to our residents. Volunteers have valuable and rewarding experiences and create important experiences for those using the program.

Special EventsIndividuals who have limited time available to volunteer but would still like to engage with their community may be interested in assisting with special events. The City hosts many events throughout the year such as Canada Day, National Child Day and the Festival of Music and Lights. Volunteers play an important role during these events assisting with everything from greeting participants to offering refreshments, all while taking part in the festivities.

Humane ServicesVolunteer opportunities are available for the animal lovers as well. The Humane Services division invites volunteers to provide friendship and support to our furry friends.

Tourism & CultureThe City Ambassador Program is an exciting volunteer opportunity for individuals who like meeting new people from abroad and while representing their City. For Bernadette Walsh, Tourism Development Coordinator with the City of St. John’s, Ambassadors help create a warm and inviting experience for tourists. “I believe our Ambassadors are the City’s greatest tourist attraction,” says Bernadette. “Their pride in their city is shown in their enthusiasm towards the thousands of convention delegates and cruise visitors they welcome.”

National Volunteer WeekNational Volunteer Week is April 12-18, 2015. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are part of the ripple effect.” Volunteers are recognized for their time, dedication and efforts. Several community and school events are planned to celebrate volunteers of all ages. For a list of events happening during Volunteer Week visit www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s then ‘Your City’ then ‘Volunteer’.

Thank-you, Volunteers. We can’t do it without you!

Building Healthy Communities Volunteer AwardThe Building Healthy Communities Volunteer Award recognizes individuals or groups who have volunteered their time to promote recreation and leisure opportunities within the City of St. John’s. These opportunities enhance the community and increase the quality of life for residents. If you know an individual or community volunteer group that has made an impact promoting recreation and leisure opportunities please submit a nomination.

Nominate a volunteer today! For eligibility criteria, nomination requirements, nomination forms and the selection process please visit www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Your City’ then ‘Volunteer’.

Augusta Ford (left) and Joan Tripp (right) are volunteer City Ambassadors. They pose with Bernadette Walsh, Tourism Development Coordinator at the Visitor Information Centre.

Ashley Mercer was one of the three Building Healthy Communities Volunteer Award winners in 2014


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Access St. John’s is the City’s service centre for public inquiries, information and concerns. We are operational 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Our operators are knowledgeable about all our programs and services, and will forward along your concerns or put you in touch with the right people at City Hall. Our phone line and website are also updated with important information.

Download our new 311 St. John’s app, available free of charge to all iPhone users in the App store

Contact us online via web submission at www.stjohns.ca/access-311

Call 311 or 754-CITY (2489)

Drop by in person from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We’re located on the first floor of City Hall.

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Vehicles must be removed from streets scheduled for cleaning. Vehicles not removed between midnight and 7 a.m. on scheduled street cleaning days will be ticketed.

Streets may not be cleaned on the scheduled dates due to parked cars, extreme weather or mechanical breakdowns.

What you can do to help:• Remove your vehicle(s) from the street during the

scheduled times.

• Do not re-park your vehicle on your street even if the street sweeping machine has been by as it may make several passes on your street.

• Arrange with a neighbour or friend to move your car if you will be out of town on the dates your street is scheduled for cleaning.

Find out when your street will be cleaned:

Searchable street listing on our website

Put in your street address and learn all the dates your street is scheduled for cleaning. Go to www.stjohns.ca. Under Quick Links, choose Street Cleaning.On the same page, search by date and learn all the streets being cleaned so you know on which streets you cannot park.

Scan this code with your mobile device and go directly to the Street Cleaning Lookup:

Subscribe to our street cleaning e-update

Receive a daily email notifying you of the streets scheduled for cleaning each night.

Go to www.stjohns.ca, click Online Services, choose St. John’s e-updates, enter your email address and choose Street Cleaning (Downtown).

Don’t use a computer or a mobile device?

Call Access St. John’s at 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) to:

Learn the dates when your street is scheduled for cleaning

• Request a copy of the booklet listing all downtown streets and scheduled dates for cleaning

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Questions? Click or CallPhone: 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489)Online: stjohns.ca/access-311

Street cleaning removes dirt and debris from streets and prevents damage to pavement. It occurs downtown from Tuesday, April 21 to Friday, September 25, 2015.

Street cleaning takes place in the early morning between midnight and 7 a.m.



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After 30 years with the City, there’s not much Paul Peddigrew doesn’t know about

roads, routes and heavy equipment. No surprise then, when Public Works was looking for the right person to lead the new Sidewalk Team, Paul’s name came to the top of the list.

“We were careful in selecting the right person to lead this sidewalk pilot project,” says Don Brennan, Director of Roads and Traffic, Public Works. “Paul has been around for many years, he knows the routes and the equipment very well, and he is the right guy for the job.”

Paul is the Team Lead for the sidewalk pilot program, an initiative for this winter coming out of the Winter Maintenance Review. The review process included public consultation, national benchmarking and an operational evaluation of our snow clearing and removal processes.

A critical piece of any new project is a strong team and a solid leader. Paul’s team includes a dedicated crew of eight in addition to 18 existing sidewalk operators and six forepersons working around the clock on three shifts.

“I am committed to making this pilot project work,” says Paul, “and I hope that residents and businesses can see the difference.”

With improved access to equipment, staff and training and autonomy over decision-making, Paul has access to the tools and manpower required to make the sidewalk pilot project a success.

The differences you can see on the sidewalks today are not just due to additional staff, but are also the result of a change in policy giving sidewalks a higher priority.

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Paul Peddigrew leads the City’s new sidewalk snow clearing team.


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Staffing the sidewalks

Kenny Dymond and Warrick Snow have been working for the City for 25 and 12 years respectively. They applied for their current positions on the sidewalk pilot project mostly due to the attractive hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., instead of doing shift work throughout the winter months.

There are new challenges with any project. “It’s a pilot project so there are some kinks and bugs to work out,” says Kenny. “But we are working through all that with the help of our Foreman.”

Although many heavy equipment operators prefer the larger

machines, such as sander truck plows and loaders, the members of the pilot project applied for these positions understanding that this would require operating the smaller sidewalk units as opposed to the larger trucks.

“There are challenges using the smaller sidewalk equipment. It’s a bouncy, jerky ride, but I enjoy the job, and keeping the equipment maintained is a priority,” said Warrick.

• Avoidparkingonthesidewalk

• Ensurethatyourentirevehicleisinyour driveway

• Afterthesidewalkshavebeencleared, do not shovel the snow back on the sidewalk

• Bepatient;whenyouaredrivingaround a sidewalk plow on the street,waitforasafeopportunityto pass

There are some intricate challenges facing sidewalk snow clearing operators. For example, staff must carefully navigate the plow or blower, often with a salter in tow, within the boundaries of a five foot sidewalk, moving around telephone poles and sign posts while also avoiding pedestrians, private property, and vehicles that are parked on the sidewalk.

When operators are faced with vehicles parked on the sidewalk route they must locate a depression in the curb in order to safely come off the sidewalk before continuing onwards. This can slow down the process significantly. Residents and businesses can make a positive difference in the following ways:

Kenny Dymond (left, inset) and Warrick Snow (right, inset) are operators with the City’s new sidewalk snow clearing team. The full team consists of 32 people.

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Garbage Covering BylawFrom April 1 to November 30 each year, garbage at the curb must be completely covered to prevent seagulls, crows and dogs from accessing and tearing apart the bags and spreading garbage in your neighbourhood.

Blue bags of recycling do not need to be covered but you can cover them especially on windy days to prevent the light bags from blowing around.

Garbage must be placed at the curb between 6 and 8 a.m. on the day of your collection. Placing garbage at the curb the day or night before your collection increases the chance of the bags being torn open.

Garbage covers must be brought in from the curb at the end of your collection day.

Acceptable garbage covers and binsNetMaximum mesh size is 1 inch x 1 inch (2.5 cm by 2.5 cm)

Blanket

Plastic bin*

Metal can*

*Bins or cans must be weighted at the bottom (i.e. with bricks or a bag of sand) so they don’t blow around when empty. The lid or cover of your bin must be tied to the main body of the container.

Unacceptable covers

Garbage bags must be completely covered

Tarps are not acceptable as they can blow away and litter your neighbhourhood or interfere with traffic.

Fixed boxes attract rodents, interfere with snow clearing, and are not allowed at the curb in St. John’s.

Garbage & Recycling Collection Schedules We collect garbage from the curb of residential homes once a week, and recycling every second week. Your collection day will change during holiday weeks if your regular pick-up day occurs on or after the holiday. The week after the holiday your collection day returns to normal. Check your calendar to make sure you know when to put your garbage & recycling at the curb.

The 2015 garbage & recycling collection schedules were printed in the Winter City Guide mailed to homes in November 2014.

If you need a 2015 collection schedule your options are: Go to www.stjohns.ca, under ‘Quick Links’ choose ‘Garbage & Recycling’ then click ‘What’s My Area’. Put in your house number and street name and you’ll learn which calendar to open. You can also call Access St. John’s at 311 or 754-CITY (2489).



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If you have rats it doesn’t mean your property is dirty, it means there is shelter and an open food source for them.

Rats are attracted to small spaces because they feel protected. If a space is small enough for rodents to access, but not for their predators such as cats and dogs, rats will make it a home.

Rats can make homes in anything that provides shelter including sheds and garages, wood or rock piles, under enclosed patios and stairwells and in unwanted items such as old water tanks, appliances, building materials and tires.

Rat proof your property: Remove food sources

• Do not store garbage outside; place it at the curb no earlier than 6 a.m. on your pickup day.

• Remove bird feeders or attach catch basins so bird feed does not fall on the ground. Clean area beneath feeders regularly to prevent a buildup of discarded seed.

• Do not store pet food, bird feed and lawn seed outside. It should be stored in a sealed container.

• Compost properly – do not add fish or meat to backyard compost bins.

Remove potential shelters

• Tall grass, weeds and vegetation next to buildings and fences should be removed.• Lumber, rocks, garbage, building material and other materials should be removed.• Do not enclose the base of patios and raised stairwells, not even with lattice.• Items that must be stored outside should be at least 46cm (18 inches)

off the ground and 30cm (12 inches) from walls and fences.

Secure your property

• Make it impossible for rats to get into any structure.• Use screens in drains and tightly seal where utilities enter buildings• Install a metal kicking plate or heavy weather stripping beneath doors,

including garage doors.• If building a patio or shed on a grade, bury sheet metal 30cm

(12 inches) below the grade and skirting.

Rodent-proof your property


Rat eradication is best donebyaprofessionalpest control operator. Look up ‘Pest Control Services’ in the Yellow Pages or online.

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Benefits of RecyclingThe City of St. John’s is often asked if collecting recycling at the curb and shipping it off the island to be made into new products is a benefit to the environment. Everything humans do has some impact on the environment, and reducing the negative impact from manufacturing and waste production is one of the goals of our curbside recycling program. There is less impact on the environment from recycling than making new products from virgin, or raw materials.

Making paper: recycled vs. virgin

Source: www.gbresourcesgroup.com (www.gbresourcesgroup.com/2013/01/waste-reduction-and-recycling-facts/)

74% less air pollution

35% less water pollution

58% less water used

64% less energy used

Recycling one tonne of newspaper saves…

19 trees

3 cubic meters of landfill space

4,000 kilowatt hours of energy

29,000 litres of water

30 kilograms of air pollution


Preparing for your pick-up When it’s your scheduled pick-up date, place the items at the curb in bundles or packaged together. Small, loose items are not accepted.

- Do not place items at the curb earlier than 3 p.m. the day before your scheduled collection.

- Place items at the curb by 8 a.m. the day of your scheduled collection.

We require twenty-four hours notice to cancel an appointment or a $10 cancellation fee will apply.


Bulk Garbage Curbside CollectionEach spring and summer we provide a free, curbside bulk garbage pickup for residents. Collection is done by garbage area and you must pre-book an appointment through Access St. John’s.

Collection Area*

Dates to Book an Appointment Collection Dates

5A & 5BApril 10 to 23 June 19 to 25 July 24 to 30

April 20 to May 1 June 29 to July 3

August 3 to 7

4A & 4BApril 24 to May 7 June 26 to July 2

July 31 to August 6

May 4 to 15 July 6 to 10

August 10 to 14

3A & 3BMay 8 to 21 July 3 to 9

August 7 to 13

May 19 to 29 July 13 to 17

August 17 to 21

2A & 2BMay 22 to June 4

July 10 to 16 August 14 to 20

June 1 to 12 July 20 to 24

August 24 to 28

1A & 1BJune 5 to 18 July 17 to 23

August 21 to 27

June 15 to 26 July 27 to 31

August 31 to Sept. 4

If you miss the free bulk garbage pick-ups for your area or the dates we are collecting don’t work for you, call Access St. John’s from April to October to arrange a pick-up for $45.

You can bring bulk garbage to the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility (340 East White Hills Road) year round from Tuesday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., except when closed on statutory holidays.

*To learn your garbage area go to www.stjohns.ca, in the Quick Links choose ‘Garbage & Recycling’ and then ‘What’s My Area’ or call Access St. John’s at 311 or 754-CITY (2489).

Accepted:MattressesSofas, chairs, furniture (not metal)Bathroom fixturesCarpet, tied in rolls* Tree limbs, tied in bundles*Glass, securely packaged & markedOther items normally associated with a household

*less than 1.8 meters long and less than 22 kgs

NOT Accepted:Brick, concreteElectronicsVehicle partsLarge metalsEarthen materials including stumps and large trees Roof shingles and construction materialsTiresLiquidsHazardous waste, ie. paint, chemicals, etc.Regular household garbageMetal items – you must make a separate metal collection appointment (see next page)

Before you book an appointment be sure what you have is bulk garbage – we don’t take all items, including anything metal or hazardous.

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Recyclable Metals Curbside CollectionFrom April 10 to August 28 we are providing a free, curbside recyclable metals pickup for residents. Collection is by appointment only and you must pre-book an appointment through Access St. John’s.

What’s Accepted and What’s Not?Before you book an appointment be sure what you have is recyclable metal – we don’t take all items, including vehicle parts or oil tanks.

Recyclable Metals Accepted: Air conditionersClothes washers & dryersDehumidifiersDishwashersHot water heatersStovesMicrowavesRefrigeratorsFreezersBarbeques (no propane tanks)Metal pots, pans & baking sheetsMetal clothes hangersMetal bedsprings (no wood or fabric)BicyclesMetal bathtubsMetal furnitureMetal swingsets (disassembled)Lawnmowers (All fuels and oils must be drained) Metal doorsMetal shower tracks (not glass)Metal railings (maximum 6 feet long)

Other recyclable metals normally associated with a residential household.

NOT Accepted as Recyclable Metals:

Vehicle partsConstruction materialsOil tanksElectronic Waste (E-Waste)

Items not normally associated with a residential household. Non-metal items – you must make a separate bulk garbage collection appointment (see previous page)

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Preparing for your pick-up When it’s your scheduled pick-up date, place the items at the curb.

- do not place items at the curb earlier than 3 p.m. the day before your scheduled collection

- make sure you place items at the curb by 8 a.m. the day of your scheduled collection.

We require twenty-four hours notice to cancel an appointment or a $10 cancellation fee will apply.

Another metal recycling optionYou can bring your metal items, large or small, to the NLL Metal Recycling site at the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility, 340 East White Hills Road, Mondays to Satrurdays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


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Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Drop-offBring your old electronics to the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility (340 East White Hills Road) year round from Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except when closed on statutory holidays. There are other electronics recycling drop-off locations in the northeast Avalon, for a complete list go to www.eprassociation.ca; email [email protected]; or call 1-888-503-3201.

Recyclable Electronics include: - computers, tablets, printers and accessories.

- televisions, home theatre systems, DVD & VCR players

- portable audio and video systems, cameras, headphones and recorders

- vehicle audio and video systems, including in-dash components

- non-cellular telephones and answering machines

Cell phone recyclingCell phones are NOT accepted in the provincial electronic recycling program. Cell phone recycling is managed by the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association. To learn more: www.RecycleMyCell.ca 1-888-797-1740

Compost Bins and Training SessionsWhen done properly, backyard composting reduces the amount of garbage going to the curb by at least 30 per cent.

Using compost is a better way to fertilize your garden and lawn and promotes the growth of healthy plants and grass.

Learn how to compost from the experts at the MUN Botanical Garden sessions offered April to June. Pre-registration is required; cost is $30 + HST. Compost bins will be provided after the session.

For dates and times of sessions and to pre-register go to www.curbitstjohns.ca, under ‘Residents’ choose ‘Backyard composting’.


Looking for a job this summer?Positions are available with the City in the areas of recreation and tourism. Visit www.stjohns.ca for a full list of positions available and to apply.

Positions such as camp counsellors, outdoor instructors, lifeguards, tourism officers and inclusion counsellors will be recruited. Deadline for Applications is March 27, 2015. For more information go to www.stjohns.ca/city-hall/employment

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Whether you are starting, expanding or operating a business, there are always questions. The City of St. John’s Business Information Centre can help point you in the right direction to find the appropriate resources you need. The Centre also provides statistics, economic information and industry specific information. Conveniently located at 348 Water Street in the heart of the downtown, the Business Information Centre provides walk-in service Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You may also contact the Centre by phone: 576-8107 or email: [email protected].

City of St. John’s Business Information Centre:

• Regulatoryandtaxinformation

• Guidetomunicipalregulationsforbusiness

• Statisticalinformation

• Businessdirectories

• Identificationoffundingsources

• Businessplanningresources

• MonthlyEconomicUpdatenewsletter

• ComputerworkstationwithInternetaccess

We’re Open for Business!

IF YOU DON’T REGISTER,YOU ARE INVISIBLE.Help us plan for, support and promote business in our city. Register your company today with the City of St. John’s.

Check us out online - it’s quick and easy.

www.stjohns.ca/registermybusiness

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Register your business before March 31 for a chance to win a full page of advertising for your business in the Fall 2015 edition of The City Guide, a $1,500 value.

Wendy Mugford is a Research Information Officer with the St. John’s Business information Centre.



St. John’s - A Demographic Snapshot: A glimpse into the future

It is forecasted that the number of households will increase at a greater rate than the population.

City of St. John’s

1 The St. John’s Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) is a geographic area defined by Statistics Canada that includes St. John’s and several neighbouring communities.

Future projections based on medium scenario.

Immigration

The percentage of the population of Newfoundland and Labrador living in St. John’s CMA1 continues to grow

30.3%

38.6%

43.6%

1991 2011 2031

11.8%

8.0%

18.6%

12.8%

St. John’s CMA

Source: Statistics Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Finance, Economic Research and Analysis Division, Population Projections

(households)

(population)

of the population in the St. John’s CMA are immigrants. (Statistics Canada, 2011)3%

(2011-2036) (2013-2036)

What do the forecasts say? Population growth forecasted in both the City of St. John’s and the St. John’s CMA

Population Projections by age (%)

An aging population

City of St. John’s

2011

2011

2031

2031St. John’s CMA

1991

St. John’s

2011 2031

104,638

175,573

579,644

106,170

202,533

525,037

114,207

228,332

524,168

14.7%22.9%

19.5%19.2%

65.8% 57.9%

12.4%22.0%21.4% 19.8%

66.2% 58.2%

65+

65+65+

65+0-19

0-190-19

0-19

20-64

20-64 20-64

20-64

The portion of the population aged 65 and over grows while the 20-64 age group declines.


St. John’s CMA

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Online:

Using RECconnect – go to www.stjohns.ca and choose ‘RECconnect’ in the Quick Links menu. If you haven’t registered online before, you will have to set up a RECconnect account by going to either:

• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre, 47 Gleneyre Street

By phone:

• 576-8499 576-8631

In person:

• Recreation Programs, at City Hall, 8 to 10 a.m. After that you may register in person at H.G.R. Mews Community or Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre.

• Swimming and Afterschool Programs, at H.G.R. Mews Community or Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre.

Pages 41 and 51 in this guide.

• Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre swim and fitness line: 576-8155• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Mews swim and fitness line: 576-8408

Online at www.stjohns.ca:• Pool Schedules - choose ‘Swim Schedules’ under Quick Links• Fitness classes - choose ‘Living in St. John’s’, then ‘Recreation and Parks’, then ‘Adult Programs’

Recreation Programs Swimming & AfterschoolSpring Registration

REC connectRecreation Program online registration

When classes or programs are cancelled due to a holiday, fees are prorated. We reserve the right to cancel programs/classes due to instructor availability or low registration.

Please note:

Daily Swim and Fitness schedules

How to Register

Save the date - registration for summer programs begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. The City Guide Summer issue (delivered in early May) will have more details on our summer programs, including: Day Camps, Activity Centres, Trail Walkers, Canoeing, Kayaking and lots more! Visit RecConnect at www.stjohns.ca at the end of April for program details.

Summer Program Registration

City ResidentsThursday, March 5 beginning at 8 a.m.

Residents of Other MunicipalitiesThursday, March 12 beginning at 8 a.m.

City ResidentsThursday, April 9 beginning at 8 a.m.

Residents of Other MunicipalitiesThursday, April 16 beginning at 8 a.m.



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Private swimming lessons Private or Semi-private (2 participants) lessons are available. Please note, it is your choice to have a semi-private lesson, however participants must be within two levels of each other.

Cost is $56 for four, 25 minute lessons or $42 for three 25 minute lessons

Lessons begin the weeks of April 27 and May 11. Class start times are listed in table.

Swimming lesson levels Our swim levels and lessons follow the Canadian Red Cross Swim Program model.

Except the sets where there are two classes a week or if otherwise outlined, all classes begin the week of April 26 and end the week of June 14.

Starfish / Duck / Sea Turtle Parent & Tot lessons for 6 to 36 months of age children1 lesson per week of 30 minutes instruction & 20 minutes stay & play$24 for 8 lessons; $21 for 7 Monday lessons

Swim Preschool / Kids / Teens1 lesson per week, 45 minutes class$40 for 8 lessons; $35 for 7 Monday classes

Low Ratio Preschool / Kids1 lesson per week, 45 minute class$80 for 8 lessons; $70 for 7 Monday lessons

Adult Lessons / Masters Swim Club*1 lesson/practice per week, 50 minute session$48 for 8 lessons; $42 for 7 Monday lessons

*If you can swim 400m front crawl with short breaks and are looking to improve your endurance and technical skills in a masters level environment – this class is for you!

Red Cross Swim – Adapted** 1 lesson per week, 45 minute class$80 for 8 lessons; $70 for 7 Monday lessons

**Formerly ‘Swimmers with a Disability’A parent or aide may be required to support the swimmer in the water.For more information or to volunteer contact:

• Inclusive Services staff at 576-4450 • Aquatics Program & Operations Coordinator at 576-8623

Facility Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre

4:30 p.m. 4 p.m 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. noon 12:30 p.m.


11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. noon 12:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. noon

Lifeguard & Swim Instructor CoursesFor more detail on our aquatics leadership courses, course policies, and how to register go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Swim Programs’.

Retake/RecertificationNational Lifeguard Course, $100; $135 if taking Standard First Aid & CPR Level C.H.G.R. Mews Community CentreNOTE: one additional evening practice per week, to be determined in week 1.

Set 1: Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 26 to May 10. Practical exam May 10. Standard First Aid & CPR additional class 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, May 3.

Set 2: Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 7 to June 21. Practical exam June 21. Standard First Aid & CPR additional class 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, June 21.

Swim Patrol $80, Starts the week of April 28H.G.R. Mews Community CentreSet 1: Tuesdays, 5 to 5:45 p.m.Set 2: Thursdays, 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Wedgewood Park Recreation CentreSet 1: Wednesdays, 6 to 6:45 p.m.Set 2: Saturdays, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Bronze Star$80, Starts the week of April 28H.G.R. Mews Community CentreSet 1: Tuesdays, 6 to 6:45 p.m.Set 2: Thursdays, 5 to 5:45 p.m.

Wedgewood Park Recreation CentreSet 1: Wednesdays, 5 to 5:45 p.m. Set 2: Saturdays, 11 to 11:45 a.m.

The Bronze Medallion$174.95 with Canadian Lifesaving Manual (CLSM); $148.70 without CLSMH.G.R. Mews Community CentreSundays, May 31 to June 21First two weeks: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Last two weeks: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Bronze Cross with Standard First Aid and CPR C$239.75 with Canadian Lifesaving Manual (CLSM); $213.45 without CLSMH.G.R. Mews Community CentreSundays, April 26 to May 24First four weeks: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Last week: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Assistant Water Safety Instructor$250H.G.R. Mews Community CentreSundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 26 to May 24 (excluding May 10)

Water Safety Instructor$175H.G.R. Mews Community CentreSundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 31 to June 13 NOTE: Eleven additional hours required to gain practical experience teaching Swim Kids classes.

Retake/RecertificationWater Safety Instructor, $75H.G.R. Mews Community CentreSunday, June 27, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The National Lifeguard Course $226.15 with Alert in Lifeguarding Action Manual; $198.30 without.$266.15 with Alert Manual and Standard First Aid; $233.30 without Alert Manual and with Standard First AidH.G.R. Mews Community CentreSundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 26 to June 14 (excluding May 17). Practical exam June 14.NOTE: one additional evening practice per week, to be determined in week 1.

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Wedgewood Park Recreation CentreLow Ratio Classes are noted

Level / Program Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Parent & TotStarfish / Duck

/ Sea Turtle9 to 9:50 a.m. 12:30 to

1:20 p.m.

Sea Otter 9 to 9:45 a.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Salamander 9 to 9:45 a.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Sunfish 10 to 10:45 a.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Crocodile /Whale 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 110 to 10:45 a.m.

Noon to 12:45 p.m.

4 to 4:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 2 11 to 11:45 a.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.Low Ratio 5 to 5:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 3 11 to 11:45 a.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m.Low Ratio 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Swim Kids 4 9 to 9:45 a.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Low Ratio

Swim Kids 5 10 to 10:45 a.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 6 noon to 12:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 7/ 8 11 to 11:45 a.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Swim Kids 9 / 10 noon to 12:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m.

Teen Basics 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Teen Strokes 5 to 5:45 p.m.

Adapted 3 to 3:45 p.m.

Adult Basics 1 8 to 8:50 p.m. .

Adult Basics 2 8 to 8:50 p.m.

Adult Strokes 8 to 8:50 p.m.

Masters Swim Club 8:30 to 9:20 p.m.

Last year, more than 24,000 people

visited St. John’s on a cruise ship. More cruises come every year, with over 20 ships

scheduled to port in 2015.

In 2014, the City of St. John’s approved 162 new

businesses; 62 of those were home-based.

Our employment rate is the lowest it has been in 5 years – 3.9%. The

unemployment rate in Canada is 6.9%.

Did You Know…?

H.G. R. Mews Community CentreLow Ratio Classes are noted

Level / Program Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Parent & TotStarfish / Duck

/ Sea Turtle9 to 9:50 a.m. noon to 12:50 p.m.

Parent & TotSea TurtleChildren:

24-36 Months

3:15 to 4 p.m. 3:15 to 4 p.m.

Sea Otter 3:15 to 4 p.m. 3:15 to 4 p.m.5 to 5:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Salamander 5 to 545 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.9 to 9:45 a.m.

10 to 10:45 a.m

Sunfish 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m.Low Ratio 11 to 11:45 a.m

Crocodile /Whale 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 1 3:15 to 4 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 3:15 to 4 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 24 to 4:45 p.m.

Low Ratio

5 to 5:45 p.m.5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

11 to 11:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 3 4 to 4:45 p.m.5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 4 5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.11 to 11:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 5 4 to 4:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 6 5 to 5:45 p.m.6 to 6:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 7 / 8 4 to 4:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 4 to 4:45 p.m. 5 to 5:45 p.m. 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Swim Kids 9 /10 4 to 4:45 p.m. 6 to 6:45 p.m. 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Teen Basics 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Teen Strokes 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Adapted 1 to 1:45 p.m.

Adult Basics 1 5 to 5:50 p.m. .

Adult Basics 2 5 to 5:50 p.m.

Adult Strokes 5 to 5:50 p.m.

Masters Swim Club 5 to 5:50 p.m.

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The average weekly earnings in the St.

John’s CMA continues to increase annually; last year it was $997.

St. John’s International Airport recorded

1,576,130 departures and arrivals in 2014.

About 29% of MUN students in 2014 were from out of province.

Last year, Access St. John’s answered 156,071 phone calls.

That’s more than 400 calls a day!


Public swimming & pool fitness sessions – Drop In We have two swimming pools both with a viewing area, wheelchair accessibility and pool lifts.

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road• 25 metre pool• 1 meter diving board• Co-ed steam room and dry sauna

Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre, 47 Gleneyre Street• 18 metre pool

Wristbands must be worn by all people participating in programs at all pools. Please see our front desk staff to receive your wristband.

Swim CostsAge Drop-In Swim 10 Swim Pass 20 Swim Pass 30 Swim Pass2 years and under Free Free Free Free

Youth & Senior Ages3-18and65+ $2.25 $20 $35 $45

Adult19+ $3.25 $27.50 $50 $67.50

Family Adult $2 Child $1

Steam / Sauna $2.25

Water Fitness CostsAge Drop-In 10 Pass 20 Pass 30 Pass

Youth & Senior Ages3-18and65+ $3 $21.45 $42 $63

Adult19+ $4 $28.50 $56 $79.35

Pool Session DescriptionsSession Need to Know

Everyone Welcome Swim

Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a supervisor 16+ years old, who must remain at arms length in the water at all times. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor; Leisure swim; toys available; Diving board open (Mews).

Family SwimAll children must be accompanied by a supervisor 16+ years old, who must remain at arms length in the water at all times. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor; Leisure swim; toys available; Diving board open (Mews).

Youth Swim Open to teens 12 to 18 years old. Leisure swim, toys available; Diving board open (Mews).

AdultSwim Open to adults 19+ years old. Lane swim, leisure area.

Lane SwimChildren under 13 years old must be accompanied by a supervisor 16+ years old, who must remain at arms length in the water at all times. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor. Lane swim, leisure area for water jogging/fitness. No toys available. Note: No leisure area at the ‘All lane swim’

GentleWater Low impact fitness class in the shallow end of the pool.

Shallow Water Fitness Low impact fitness class in the shallow end of the pool.

Deep Water Fitness No impact fitness class in the deep end of the pool. Suitable for all swim levels as flotation belts are used.

AquaJog Low impact jogging in the water. Suitable for those with knee/leg injuries that prevent running on land.

NEWAdaptedSwim Open to swimmers with a variety of abilities. Support workers welcome

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H.G.R. MEWS COMMUNITY CENTRE SWIMMING POOL SCHEDULE April 26 to June 20, 2015

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayLane Swim 7 to 8:50 a.m.

Lane Swim 7 to 8:50 a.m.






Everyone Welcome 2 to 3:20 p.m.

Shallow Water Fitness 10 to 10:50 a.m.






Shallow Water Fitness 8 to 8:50 p.m.

Adult Swim 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

NEW Adapted Swim 10 to 10:50 a.m.




Youth Swim 6:30 to 7:20 p.m.

Adult Swim 9 to 10:20 p.m.

Lane Swim 12 to 1:50 p.m.





Everyone Welcome 7:30 to 8:50 p.m.



NEW All Lane Swim No leisure area 7 to 7:50 p.m.

Gentle Water 2 to 3 p.m.




Gentle Water 2 to 3 p.m.




Deep Water Fitness 9 to 9:50 p.m.


Aqua Jog 9 to 9:50 p.m.


Adult Swim 9:30 to 10:50 p.m.






WEDGEWOOD PARK RECREATION CENTRE SWIMMING POOL SCHEDULE - April 26 to June 20, 2015

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayLane Swim 8 to 8:50 a.m.




Deep Water Fitness 10 to 10:50 a.m.



Family Swim 2 to 3:20 p.m.













Family Swim 5 to 5:50 p.m.









Deep Water Fitness 8 to 8:50 p.m.




Youth Swim 8 to 8:50 p.m.



Deep Water Fitness 8 to 8:50 p.m.Adult Swim 9 to 10:20 p.m.

For more information on daily schedules please contact: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre - Swim & Fitness Line 576-8408 or 576-8499Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre - Swim & Fitness Line 576-8155 or 576-8631 or email [email protected] View schedules online at www.stjohns.ca, go to Quick Links > Swim Schedules

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Facility Time Cost Resident Registration

Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. $110 Begins 8 a.m. online or at City Hall, Thursday, March 5

Southlands Community Centre 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. $110 Begins 8 a.m. online or at City Hall, Thursday, March 5

Shea Heights Community Centre 9 a.m to noon; 1 to 4:30 p.m.

For more information call 576-1023

5 to 7 p.m., Monday, March 9 at Shea Heights Community Centre

Kilbride Lions Community Centre 9 a.m to noon; 1 to 4:30 p.m.

For more information call 368-0250

5 to 7 p.m., Monday, March 9 at Kilbride Lions Community Centre

Following the dates identified, registration is at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre only. Non-resident registration for the Kilbride and Shea Heights programs begins 7 a.m., Monday, Mar. 16.

For dryland fitness

schedulesSee page 51

Swimming LessonsRecreational Swims

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ORGANIZATION Website TELEPHONE Anna Templeton Centre for Craft, Art and Design www.annatempletoncentre.com 739-7623Association for New Canadians www.ancnl.ca 722-9680Bicycle Newfoundland and Labrador www.bnl.nf.ca Bowring Park Foundation www.bowringpark.com 364-1531 Boys & Girls Clubs of St. John’s www.bgclub.ca 579-0181 Buckmaster’s Circle Community Centre www.bmcc.nf.ca 579-0718 Canadian Red Cross www.redcross.ca 758-8400Chalker Place Neighbourhood Centre Chalker Place Neighbourhood Centre 754-7890Choices for Youth www.choicesforyouth.ca 754-3047Clean St. John’s www.cleanstjohns.ca 570-0350Thrive www.thrivecyn.ca 754-0536Cygnus Gymnastics www.cygnusgym.com 739-8197Eric McKay Neighbourhood Centre Eric McKay Neighbourhood 765-4422Froude Avenue Community Centre www.connectedccn.ca 579-0763Green Belt Tennis Club www.greenbelttennis.com 722-3840Goulds Recreation Association Goulds Recreation Centre 745-7575Kilbride Lions Community Centre 368-0250A.C. Hunter Public Library www.nlpl.ca 737-2133A.C. Hunter Children’s Library www.nlpl.ca 737-3953Marjorie Mews Public Library www.nlpl.ca 737-3020Michael Donovan Public Library www.nlpl.ca 737-2621Lifesaving Society www.lifesavingnl.ca 576-1953MacMorran Community Centre www.macmorran.ca 722-1168Newfoundland & Labrador Basketball Association www.nlba.nf.ca 576-0247Newfoundland & Labrador Soccer Association www.nlsa.ca 576-0601Newfoundland & Labrador Sports Centre www.nlsportscentre.ca 729-6580 Newfoundland & Labrador Volleyball Association www.nlva.net 576-0817 Parkside Community Centre 745-1775Rabbittown Community Centre www.rabbittown.ca 739-8482Recreation Newfoundland & Labrador www.recreationnl.com 729-3892Seniors Resource Centre www.seniorsresource.ca 737-2333Shea Heights Community Centre 576-1023Softball Newfoundland and Labrador www.softballnl.ca 576-7049Sport Newfoundland and Labrador www.sportnl.ca 576-4932St. John’s Minor Baseball www.baseballstjohns.ca 576-8464St. John’s Rowing Club www.sjrc.ca 576-0082St. John’s Soccer Association www.sjsoccer.ca 576-8041Techniplex www.avalonsports.ca 726-7877Tennis Newfoundland & Labrador www.tennisnl.com 722-3840Ultimate Newfoundland & Labrador www.ultimatenl.caVibrant Communities www.communitysector.nl.ca/vibrant-communities 753-9860Virginia Park Community Centre www.virginiapark.ca 579-4534Waypoints NL www.waypointsnl.ca 722-9377West Heights Neighbourhood Centre West Heights Neighbourhood Centre 579-5544 YMCA www.ynortheastavalon.com 754-2960

CommunityGroupsandOrganizationsThere are many great groups and organizations in St. John’s - here’s a list of some.

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Children’s ProgramsFor more detail and descriptions of these programs go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Children’s Programs’.

See page 35 for registration information, unless otherwise noted below.

Movers & Shakers Drop-In PlaygroupFor parents/caregivers and their children ages infant to 5-years-old. Cost is $2 per child, but under 6 months old is free. Playgroups continue until summer.

*Offered by the Kilbride to Ferryland Family Resource Centre. Call 747-8532 for more information.

Home Alone Safety Course A safety and life skills program for children in grades 4 to 6 to develop independence to be unsupervised for short periods of time. Topics include online safety, fire safety, street smarts, emergency response, healthy eating and a home readiness plan. Location: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre. Date: Wednesday,April8 or Friday,April10 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

For more information call 576-8388 or email [email protected]

After School ProgramsFor children in grades 1 through 6. Registration for the 2015-2016 school year begins 8 a.m, Thursday, April 9. See page 35 for registration information.

For more details on the After School Programs go to www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. Johns’, then ‘Recreation and Parks’ and choose ‘Children’s Programs’.

Facility Transportation Time Cost


From Mary Queen of Peace & Vanier only

Monday to Friday 2:30 - 5:45 p.m. $324.50 per month

Airport Heights Community Centre

From MacDonald Drive Elementary & Roncalli only

Monday to Friday 2:30 - 5:45 p.m. $324.50 per month

Southlands Community Centre From St. Peter’s and Newtown Elementary only

Monday to Friday 3 - 5:45 p.m. $324.50 per month

Shea Heights Community Centre Not available Monday to Thursday 3 - 5:30 p.m.

Details provided upon registration

Kilbride Lions Community Centre From Hazelwood Elementary only

Monday to Thursday 3 - 5:30 p.m.

Details provided upon registration

Facility Days Time Cost


Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 - 11:30 a.m. $2

Southlands Community Centre

Mondays & Saturdays 10 - 11:30 a.m. $2

Shea Heights Community Centre

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 - 11:30 a.m. $2

Kilbride Lions Community Centre*

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Free

We are committedto quality!

As a HIGH F IVE® Registered Organization, we have trained staff, assessed programs and reviewed our policies and procedures to enhance

the quality of our children’s sport and recreation programs. Your children

are in good hands!

Find out how HIGH F IVE is making a differencein children’s lives.

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Babysitting Course Learn the basics of babysitting children from birth to school age, including first aid/emergency response. Bring a doll and lunch! All courses are one day, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and cost $45

Course 1 H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Ages 13 and 14 April 9 Course 2 H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Ages 11 to 13 April 7 Course 3 Southlands Community Centre Ages 11 to 13 May 30 Racquetball (ages 10 to 15) H.G.R. Mews Community Centre April 11 to June 27 Saturdays, 10 -11 a.m. $45

Youth Drop In (ages 12 to 16) Kilbride Lions Community CentreApril 13 to June 17Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 p.m.Free

St. John Bosco SchoolApril 13 to June 16Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Free

Shea Heights Community Centre (Girls only)April 13 to June 15Mondays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.Free

Southlands Community CentreApril 14 to June 18 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Sundays (basketball), 6:30 - 8 p.m. Free

Youth Programs For more details and course descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. Johns’, then ‘Recreation and Parks’ and choose ‘Youth Programs’.

Some of these programs are drop-in while other require pre-registration. See page 35 for registration information.

Youth of the Year AwardsJunior(Grades7to9)Senior(Grades10to12)Youth of the Year Awards are designed to honour a 13-18 year old who has helped make St. John’s a better place to live through their volunteer contributions, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

Nominate a deserving young person! Nomination forms are at www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Quick Link’s, choose ‘Forms & Applications’ then ‘Recreation’.For more information call 576-8630 or email [email protected].

2014 Youth of the Year award winner Darcy Taylor

Youth Art ExhibitYouth ages 12-18 are invited to submit a piece of original artwork for the 13th annual

Youth Art Exhibit.

Drop off artwork at the City’s Recreation Division office at the Crosbie Building, 1 Crosbie Place on weekdays from

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Submission deadline is Thursday, April 16 so don’t delay!

Youth Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Great Hall, City HallThursday, April 30

7 to 8 p.m.

You-th Say (ages 12 to 16)Shea Heights Community Centre April 15 to June 17Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.Free

Youth Week May 1-7

Youth Week EventsOther exciting events will be held throughout Youth Week. Check for details at www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. Johns’, then ‘Recreation and Parks’ and choose ‘Youth Programs’.

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Inclusive Services We encourage and welcome persons with a disability and/or those who require support to participate in our recreation programs. Contact our Inclusive Services staff by emailing [email protected] or by phoning 576-4450 or 576-6972.

Sensational PlaygroupA multi-sensory drop-in playgroup for children, ages birth to 6 years, with a variety of sensory needs to learn, play and socialize.

April 8 to June 3Wednesdays from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Southlands Community Centre; fee is $2 per session.

Active YouthFor youth ages 15 to 21 with mild to moderate developmental disabilities to participate in recreation and leisure activities in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with caring leaders. Registration, including an application, is due by Tuesday, March 24, 2015. To learn more contact the Inclusive Services staff.

April 7 to June 2Tuesdays from 7 - 8:30 p.m. H.G.R. Mews Community Centre; fee is $36 for 6 sessions.

Leisure Group BookingsOffered year-round to groups servicing those facing ability-related barriers. Participants are given the opportunity to participate in recreation and leisure activities within a safe, supportive environment with dedicated and experienced facilitators.

Attendant PassPersons with disabilities who require the support of an attendant to accompany them to events may apply for an attendant pass. For more information call 576-4450 or email [email protected]

Adaptive Equipment Loan Program We have equipment that can assist persons with disabilities participate in recreation and leisure activities. To inquire about having a loan of some of our equipment contact our Inclusive Services staff.

Hippocampe: All terrain wheelchair with new ski adaptation designed for outdoor settings including trails and parks.

Application deadline for next season (summer) is

April 17, 2015

Foralistingofinclusion-relatedcommunityagenciesandorganizationssupportingavarietyofneeds,pleasevisit our website www.stjohns.ca look under‘LivinginSt.John’s’choose

‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Inclusive Services’

Program SubsidyProgram subsidies are available for adults facing financial barriers to participate in City of St. John’s Recreation Division activities. Current program offerings are listed in this guide and at www.stjohns.ca. look under ‘Living in St. John’s’ choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Inclusive Services’

All requests for financial assistance to participate in programs for children and youth are referred to the R.E.A.L. Program.


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R.E.A.L. ProgramThe Recreation Experiences and Leisure (R.E.A.L) Program provides opportunities to children and youth living in St. John’s, up to the age of 18, in financial need. Learn more on our website www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Recreation Experiences and Leisure (R.E.A.L. Program)’. Contact our R.E.A.L. Program staff by emailing [email protected] or calling 576-8684 or 576-4556.

How to ApplyApplications are considered one season in advance to ensure adequate time to process the requests prior to the program start date. The application deadline for next season (summer) is April 17, 2015. For an application, or more information, contact our R.E.A.L. Program staff or go to our website.

Be a R.E.A.L Program SupporterWe are fully dependent on community support. You can support this great program by donating spaces in recreation programs (i.e. gymnastics classes or music lessons), financially or in-kind through new or

FUNDING PARTNERS (as of Oct. 1, 2014) Bell Aliant Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program CNA – Community Recreation & Leadership Class Imprint Specialty PromotionsKiwanis Club of St. John’s Lester’s Farm Market Lionpacer’s Group of Rotary Metrobus TransitNewfound Cabs NHLPA Goals and Dreams Fund Clowe, Purcell & Friends Golf ClassicSandbox GamingThat Pro LookThe Dance Spectrum Inc.United Way of NL and Lab.Universal Corporate WearVOCM CaresWellness Coalition Avalon East

RECREATION ORGANIZATIONS (as of Oct. 1, 2014)8 Limb Muay Thai & Kickboxing Alex Foley Academy of Martial Arts Anna Templeton Centre

Ashley Feltham School of DanceAssociation for New Canadians Autism Society of NL and Lab. Avalon Minor Hockey AssociationAvalon Sports Inc. - TechniplexBarbara Ashley School of Dance Bollywood JigBoys and Girls Clubs of St. John’sBoxfitCabot ITF Taekwon-DoCampia Gymnastics City Performance Academy CLB Armoury Connie Parsons School of DanceCowan Heights Youth Basketball League Cygnus Gymnastics Downey’s Taekwon- DoDynamic Sounds Music Studio Inc. Easter Seals NL and Lab. Edge Diving ClubElton’s Fighting SystemsFootball NL Froude Avenue Community Centre Fusion Dance StudioGirl Guides of Canada Goulds Minor Hockey AssociationGoulds RecreationGreenbelt Tennis Club

Hanlon’s Tae Kwon Do AcademyHi-Performance Taekwon-Do Studio Jill Dreaddy Dance Co.Kid’s Tree Learning & Music CentreKokoro DojoLong & McQuadeMacmorran Community Centre MAX Arts. Athletics. Wellness Memorial University Fencing ClubMemorial University Judo ClubMemorial University Sea-Hawks Basketball Camps and LeaguesMetropolitan United FC Michael Foley’s Academy of Martial ArtsMount Pearl Basketball AssociationMount Pearl School of DanceMount Pearl School of Martial ArtsMount Pearl Soccer AssociationMundy Pond Karate ClubNew World FitnessNewfoundland and Labrador Ball Hockey AssociationNFLD. Blizzard Hockey Program Prince of Wales Skating ClubRabbittown Community Centre Sassy Tuna StudioScouts Canada Shallaway NL Youth in ChorusShotokan KarateSoccer Tots

Sonny’s Drum Studio Sorensen School of DanceSoulful Sounds Music StudioSt. John’s Legends Swim ClubSt. John’s Minor Baseball AssociationSt. John’s Minor Hockey AssociationSt. Pat’s Bowling LanesSt. John’s Sea StarsSt. John’s Soccer ClubSteve Nash Youth Basketball - NLBA Suzuki Talent Education ProgramSwilers Rugby Football ClubSwilers Basketball Club The Dance AcademyThe Dance CentreThe Little GymThe Munchkin Music FactoryThe Works/ AquarenaUltimate Newfoundland and LabradorVIBE Studio of DanceVirginia Park Community CentreWallnuts Climbing CentreWaterford Valley Sports AssociationWiseman’s KenpoYBC Bowling- Plaza BowlYBC Bowling – Holiday LanesYMCA

Thank you to our supporters!

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For more information on how to become a R.E.A.L. Program

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For more detail on the classes including descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Adult Programs’.

See registration information on page 35 to sign-up for any of these courses.

Pilates H.G.R. Mews Community CentreApril 14 to June 11. Cost $63.Beginner class: Tuesdays, 5:45 - 6:35 p.m. Intermediate class: Thursdays, 5:45 - 6:35 p.m.

YogaMost classes at Airport Heights Community Centre, McNiven Place ; April 12 to June 18

BeginnerMondays, 6:45 - 8 p.m., Cost $78.75Thursdays, 10:45 a.m. to noon., Cost $87.50

IntermediateMondays, 8:15 - 9:30 p.m., Cost $78.75Wednesdays, 6:45 - 8 p.m., Cost $87.50Thursdays, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m., Cost $87.50

Mixed class (for beginners and intermediate)Sundays, 8:15 - 9:30 p.m., Cost $87.50

Wednesdays, 8:15 - 9:30 p.m., Cost $78.75** At Southlands Community Centre, 40 Teakwood Drive

Yin YogaSundays, 6:45 - 8 p.m. Cost $87.50

Power YogaWednesdays, 8:15 - 9:30 p.m. Cost $87.50

T’ai Chi ChihPerfect for adults looking for a slower pace fitness class or those with limited range of motion. Classes are Mondays from April 13 to June 1. Cost $66.

Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre, 10:30 a.m. to noon

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 3:30-5 p.m.

ZumbaHave fun moving to Latin dance styles and music while getting your cardiovascular training in.

Southlands Community CentreApril 13 to June 10Mondays and Wednesdays 7 - 7:50 p.m., Cost $68.

Stroller FitnessSouthlands Community CentreApril 17 to June 12Fridays 10 - 10:50 a.m., Cost $36

Adult Fitness Classes for registration

See page 41 for drop-in pool fitness

classes.

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Body Bar Strength training using weighted bars, hand weights and stability balls for a well-rounded workout.

Step Circuit Cardiovascular and strength training us-ing step equipment. Suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Kettlebell Cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training using kettlebells. Suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Zumba Cardiovascular training with Latin dance styles and music.

Zumba Toning Incorporates strength training into regular Zumba.

Gentle Gym Strength training with low impact.A good choice for seniors.

Mixed Yoga Suitable for beginner and intermediate yogi.

Stroller Fitness Cardiovascular training for moms, dads and babies in strollers!

Adult Fitness Classes – Drop In

Age Drop-In 10 Pass 20 Pass 30 Pass

Youth & SeniorAges 3-18 and 65+ $3 $21.45 $42 $63

Adult 19+ $4 $28.50 $56 $79.35

Registration is not required for these classes – just drop in when you can!

For more detail on the class descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Adult Programs’.

H.G.R. Mews Centre, April 13 to June 26Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday FridayStroller Fitness10 – 10:50 a.m.

Gentle Gym10 - 10:50 a.m.



Stroller Fitness10 - 10:50 a.m.


Mixed Yoga6:30 - 7:20 p.m.


Body Bar6:30 - 7:20 p.m.

Zumba6 - 6:50p.m.

Kettlebell7:30 - 8:20 p.m.

Zumba7:30 - 8:20 p.m.

Step Circuit7 - 7:50 p.m.

Zumba8:30 - 9:20 p.m.

Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre, April 13 to June 26Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday FridayBody Bar7 - 7:50 p.m.

Body Bar7 - 7:50 p.m.

Zumba8 - 8:50 p.m.

Zumba8 - 8:50 p.m.

Kilbride Lion’s Community Centre, April 12 to June 7Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Zumba7 - 7:50 p.m.



Southlands Community Centre, April 13 to June12Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday FridayZumba7 - 7:50 p.m.


Zumba7 - 7:50 p.m.

Stroller Fitness10 - 10:50 a.m.

Mixed Yoga8:15 - 9:30 p.m.

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Adult Music & Painting ClassesFor more detail on the classes including descriptions and supplies required, go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Adult Programs’. See registration information on page 35 to sign-up for any of these courses.

GuitarYou must provide your own acoustic guitar. Classes run from April 13 to June 11.

BeginnerMondays, 7:30 – 9 p.m., H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, $37.20Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9 p.m., Charles E. Warr Pavillion (Ayre Athletic Soccer Field), $41.85Thursdays, 9:15 – 10:45 a.m., H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, $41.85

IntermediateThursdays, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, $41.85

AdvancedThursdays, 1:30 – 3 p.m., H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, $41.85

KeyboardsKeyboards are provided. Classes take place on Tuesdays from April 14 to June 9 at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre. Cost: $54 Level 1 – 9:15 - 10:45 a.m.Level 2 – 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Level 3 – 1:30 - 3 p.m.

AccordionYou must provide your own accordion. All classes take place on Wednesdays from April 15 to June 10at the Charles E. Warr Pavillion. Cost: $41.85

Beginner – 9:15 - 10:45 a.m.Intermediate – 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Advanced – 1:30 - 3 p.m.

PaintingFull course details available upon registration or online

AcrylicAll classes take place from 1 - 3 p.m. on Fridays at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre . Cost $40.

Course A – April 17 to May 8Course B – May 15 to June 8

WatercolourAll classes take place from 6:30 - 9 p.m. on Mondays at the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation. Cost $50. Course A – April 13 to May 4Course B – May 11 to June 8

OilAll classes take place from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. on Thursdays at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre. Cost $36. Course A – April 16 to April 30Course B – May 7 to May 21Course C – May 28 to June 11

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Adult Dance & Bridge ClassesFor more detail on the classes including descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Adult Programs’.

See registration information on page 35 to sign-up for any of these courses which begin in April.

BridgeLearn how to play the card game of bridge, or improve your skills in a social environment.

Beginner,Level1April 14 to June 2Tuesdays, 9:15 – 11:45 a.m., $50

Beginner,Level2April 15 to June 3Wednesdays, 9:15 – 11:45 a.m., $50

SocialApril 15 to June 10Wednesdays, 2 – 4 p.m. $45 to register for all, or drop-in fee $6 per session

Dance Programs Classes take place at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and you must register with a partner.

BallroomDanceApril 12 to June 7Sundays, 7:45 - 8:45 p.m., $36

SequenceBallroomDanceApril 12 to June 7Sundays, 9 – 10 p.m., $36

NewfoundlandTraditionalDance, Drop-in classApril 15 to June 10Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9 p.m., $6 per class

RacquetballLeaguesBeginning the week of April 6 at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and running for 12 weeks until the week of June 25. See registration information on page 35 to sign-up for these programs where all skill levels are accepted.

For more detail on these programs including descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Sport Programs’.

You must provide and use protective eyewear at all times while on the courts. Racquets are available for rent, balls for purchase.

League Day Time Cost

Ladies Tuesdays 6 to 8:40 p.m. $45Men’s Competitive Wednesdays 5:20 to 9:20 p.m. $45Mixed Thursdays 6 to 9:20 p.m. $58

RentalRacquetball courts are available daily, for 40 minute sessions, at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and can be reserved up to two days in advance. Call 576-8499 to reserve a court.

Fees Drop-in 5 Game Pass 10 Game Pass 20 Game Pass

Courts $7.50 per court $28.50 $50.50 $98.50

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Racquetballs $2.50 each (purchase only)

Racquet Rental $2.00 (deposit of $20 or photo ID required)


BeginnerLineDanceApril 14 to June 9Tuesdays, 11 - 11:50 a.m., $36

Intermediate Line DanceApril 16 to June 12Level Two: Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon, $36Level One: Thursdays, 12:15-1:15 p.m., $36Level Two: Fridays, 1-2 p.m., $36

AdvancedLineDanceApril 17 to June 12Fridays, 2:15 – 3:15 p.m., $36


Social Recreation ProgramAn introductory social program for older adults to interact and participate in an array of activities: cards, recreational games and general interest topics. Come join us the kettle is always on. Southlands Community Centre April 16 to June 11 Thursdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m. $2 drop-in fee

Shea Heights Community CentreMonthly activities; drop by or call 576-1023 for details

Lifelong Learners CoursesBetween the Jigs & the Reels: Music Traditions in Newfoundland and Labrador There’s a whole lot more to the story of music in Newfoundland and Labrador than I’se da b’ye. This course looks at, and listens to, our province’s other musical traditions including band and choral music, popular music, Aboriginal music, concert life and the songs and ballads that tell our stories. Instructor: Dr. Tom Gordon Location: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Days: April 14 - 30, Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10 a.m. to noon Cost: $30

North Atlantic Gateway: How Newfoundland Opened North America and Western Europe to Each Other From the perspective of the early 21st century, it is easy to assume that Newfoundland and Labrador has played a minor role in global history. However, such a perspective would underestimate the roles Newfoundland and Labrador have had in the development of the global economy associated with the Atlantic World and in the emergence of the great military and strategic alliances of the North Atlantic that helped to shape the twentieth century. This course will examine the crucial roles Newfoundland and Labrador have played in world history. Instructor: Dr. Sean Cadigan Location: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Days: May 12 - 28, Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10 a.m. to noon Cost: $30

Awareness SessionPlanning AheadLegal Information on wills, estates, power of attorney, and advance health care directives for 50+ years old H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Monday, May 4, 10 a.m. to noon FREE

Senior’s ProgramsFor more details and course descriptions go to www.stjohns.ca, look under ‘Living in St. Johns’, then ‘Recreation and Parks’ and choose ‘Seniors Programs’.

See page 35 for registration information.

For more information about Seniors Programs call 576-8490 or 576-8411 or email [email protected].

Special EventsEvents are a great way for those 50+ years old to become active and socialize, whether on the dance floor or around the dinner table.

Registration for events must be completed three days prior to the event. (For registration options see page 35.) Meals, refreshments and transportation is included in the cost.

Hawaiian PartyWednesday, April 156:30 to 10:30 p.m., $19 City Hall, Foran/Greene Room

Spring FlingThursday, May 1412:30 to 4:30 p.m., $19 Shea Heights Community Centre

TRANSPORTATION Transportation for Special Events is included in the event price. Please call 576-8594 the evening before the event to determine the bus schedule. Pick-ups occur from the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and the following adult and seniors apartment complexes:

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Outdoor PursuitsOutdoor programs will go ahead only if weather permits. Please come prepared for the elements. For more detail on these programs including course descriptions look under ‘Living in St. John’s’, choose ‘Recreation and Parks’ then ‘Outdoor Pursuits’.


Group ProgramsOutdoor programs occur at Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park or C.A. Pippy Park and are available to community, youth and school groups. Programs are customized for the age and ability of the participants.

Programs offered in the winter/spring:• cross country skiing• snowshoeing• orienteering • fire building• outdoor cooking

For more detail or to book an outdoor program call 576-8522 or email [email protected].

Navigational SkillsLearn to navigate through the wilderness using a map, GPS and nature’s signposts. If you have a G.P.S. and manual bring it along. Equipment is provided. 14+ years.

Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park, Thorburn Road Saturday, April 25Noon to 4 p.m., $22

Introduction to Geo-CachingGeo-caching is a high tech worldwide game of hiding and seeking treasure. While on a short hike locate hidden containers called geo-caches using maps and G.P.S units. If you have a G.P.S. and manual bring it along. Equipment is provided. 10+ years.

Quidi Vidi Village Plantation, 10 Maple View Place Saturday, May 29 a.m. to noon, $16.50

Wilderness SurvivalLearn skills to help you survive in the wilderness including navigation, trail blazing, signaling, shelter building, fire building, and trip planning. All equipment is provided. 14+ years.

Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park, Thorburn Road Saturday, May 2310 a.m. to 4 p.m., $33

ArcheryLearn basic archery skills such as target shooting, information on techniques, equipment and safety. All equipment is provided.

Wedgewood Park Recreation CentreThursdays, May 7 - 287 – 8:30 p.m., $33 for 16+ years Family Archery Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 14 - 23 7 – 8:30 p.m., $48 for a family of 2-6, 6+ years

Can Bike CoursesSee page 35 for registration information; for 18+ years.

Adult Learn to Ride 1Designed for first time riders; instruction in pedaling, balance, stops and turns.

Bowring Park , west gateWednesday, May 276 to 8 p.m. $30

Adult Learn to Ride 2To prepare for on road cycling and improve bike handling skills such as balancing, turning and using gears. Learn to Ride 1 is not a prerequisite.

Crosbie Building, 1 Crosbie PlaceWednesday, June 36 to 8 p.m. $30

Facility Friday Saturday Sunday CostH.G.R. Mews Community Centre

To book:Visit the front desk at 40 Mundy Pond Road or call 576-8499

Pool 7-7:50 p.m.Party Room 7-9 p.m.

Gym/Party Room10-11:30 a.m.

Gym/Party RoomNoon to 1:30 p.m.

Pool 2 -2:50 p.m.Party Room 2-4 p.m.

Pool 5:30-6:20 p.m.Party Room 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Pool 1-1:50 p.m.Party Room 1-3 p.m.

Pool 3:30-4:20 p.m.Party Room 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Pool costs depend on participant numbers:

1 to 30: $12031 to 45: $13546 to 60: $15061 to 75: $16576 to 100: $180

Gym Party: $118.50


To book:Visit the front desk at 47 Gleneyre Streetor call 576-8631

Pool 6- 6:50 p.m.Party Room/Gym 6-8 p.m.

Gym/Party Room9:30-11 a.m.

Gym/Party Room11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Pool 1:30-2:20 p.m.Party Room/Gym 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Pool 4-4:50 p.m.Party Room/Gym 4-6 p.m.


Party Room/Gym10 to 11:30 a.m.


Pool 3:30 to 4:20 p.m.Party Room/Gym 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Pool 6 to 6:50 p.m.Party Room/Gym 6 to 8 p.m.

Pool costs depend on participant numbers:

1 to 30: $13531 to 45: $15046 to 60: $16561 to 75: $180

Gym Party: $118.50

Birthday Parties Our birthday party spaces fill quickly so book early to avoid disappointment!

Facility Location Phone or Email Details

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre 40 Mundy Pond Road 576-8499 Gym Multi-Purpose room

Wedgewood Park Recreation Centre 47 Gleneyre Street 576-8631 Gym

Multi-Purpose room

Southlands Community Centre 40 Teakwood Drive 364-5252Multi-Purpose room Kitchen Meeting room

Shea Heights Community Centre 130 Linegar Avenue 576-1023 Multi-Purpose room

Kitchen

Kilbride Lions Community Centre 34 Fahey Street 368-0250 Multi-Purpose room

Kitchen

St. John’s Cabot Theatre Bowring Park [email protected] Outdoor theatre accommodates 750

Rotary Chalet Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park, Thorburn Road [email protected]

24 bunk bedsKitchen with dishwasher Outdoor barbeque

St. John’s Recreation Centre Buckmaster’s Circle [email protected] Two courts ideal for soccer, tennis & badminton

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“A few years before I started,” says Cindy, “this was still considered to be a pound, with animals being put down regularly, and animals in steel cages

with no blankets or comforts. We were the dog catchers. Now here we are in this beautiful shelter – we even have our own Vet which I never imagined would happen – and animals are cared for, spayed and neutered, and found excellent homes.

“We get an emotional attachment to the animals we have here, too,” she says, “and it can be hard to see them here, without homes, for months.”

But Mike and Cindy agree: reuniting pets with their owners is pretty awesome.

License Your Pet: It’s the Law! One way to improve on the likelihood of that reunion is to tag or microchip your pet. Although it is the law that pets must be licensed with the City, the Humane Services team are surprised by how many animals are not registered.

When an animal is found wearing a collar and tag, they can be reunited with their owners in minutes. Also, every animal that comes into the shelter is scanned for a microchip, embedded just beneath the skin’s surface by a veterinarian with all the same identifying information.

Rewarding Work Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week is April 12 to 18, 2015, and special events are planned. Watch the City’s website for details.

According to the staff at Humane Services on Higgins Line, being an Animal Control Officer is one of the most rewarding careers anyone can have.

“Most days I go home from thinking, I rescued an animal today, or I reunited an animal with its owner today, or I adopted out an animal today,” explains Mike. “There’s good and bad, but the good definitely outweighs the bad!”

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