Halifax Parks & Recreation
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Official account for Halifax Parks & Recreation. Call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca for customer service. Not monitored 24/7.
UPDATE: Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. - Most municipally owned and operated recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m. Please call your local recreation centre ahead of time to confirm it is open. Find contact information at: www.halifax.ca/recreation/f...
Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
February 2, 2026 at 12:21 PM
UPDATE: Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. - Most municipally owned and operated recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m. Please call your local recreation centre ahead of time to confirm it is open. Find contact information at: www.halifax.ca/recreation/f...
Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
February 1, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
Due to forecasted weather conditions, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will close today, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. A decision regarding the opening of facilities, rentals and programs on Monday, Feb. 2, will be made later today.
February 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Due to forecasted weather conditions, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will close today, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. A decision regarding the opening of facilities, rentals and programs on Monday, Feb. 2, will be made later today.
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Please remind children not to play or climb on snowbanks along roads and sidewalks. Snowbanks can hide traffic and snow-clearing equipment, and collapse without warning. Crews are working hard to clear streets safely. Help us keep everyone safe by choosing play areas away from roads.
January 27, 2026 at 1:28 PM
Please remind children not to play or climb on snowbanks along roads and sidewalks. Snowbanks can hide traffic and snow-clearing equipment, and collapse without warning. Crews are working hard to clear streets safely. Help us keep everyone safe by choosing play areas away from roads.
Most municipally operated recreation facilities will be opening tomorrow morning (Tuesday, Jan. 27) as scheduled. Please call your local recreation facility to confirm: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
January 26, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Most municipally operated recreation facilities will be opening tomorrow morning (Tuesday, Jan. 27) as scheduled. Please call your local recreation facility to confirm: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
Municipally-owned and operated rec facilities will be closed on Jan. 26. A decision will be made later in the day regarding whether rentals, facilities and programming activities will continue as scheduled on Jan. 27.
The Halifax Public Gardens will be closed on Jan. 26.
The Halifax Public Gardens will be closed on Jan. 26.
January 25, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Municipally-owned and operated rec facilities will be closed on Jan. 26. A decision will be made later in the day regarding whether rentals, facilities and programming activities will continue as scheduled on Jan. 27.
The Halifax Public Gardens will be closed on Jan. 26.
The Halifax Public Gardens will be closed on Jan. 26.
The Halifax Public Gardens have closed for the day due to poor conditions.
January 22, 2026 at 5:27 PM
The Halifax Public Gardens have closed for the day due to poor conditions.
Municipal recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.
January 19, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Municipal recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.
Due to the overnight weather into Monday, Jan 19, many municipal rec facilities will delay opening tomorrow. A decision will be made by 10 a.m. on whether rentals, facilities & programs will proceed, with potential reopening at 12 p.m. Contact your rec centre for info: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
January 18, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Due to the overnight weather into Monday, Jan 19, many municipal rec facilities will delay opening tomorrow. A decision will be made by 10 a.m. on whether rentals, facilities & programs will proceed, with potential reopening at 12 p.m. Contact your rec centre for info: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
Due to further maintenance and repairs required, the closure of the pool at Captain William Spry Community Centre will be extended until February 2, 2026.
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For more information and updates please visit buff.ly/NfZfIEf
January 7, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Due to further maintenance and repairs required, the closure of the pool at Captain William Spry Community Centre will be extended until February 2, 2026.
For more information and updates please visit buff.ly/NfZfIEf
For more information and updates please visit buff.ly/NfZfIEf
This winter, enjoy great prices and membership benefits at a municipal fitness centre near you. Our fitness centres offer low-cost memberships, no commitment or long-term contracts and a variety of group fitness programs and activities to choose from!
Learn more at halifax.ca/fitnesscentres
Learn more at halifax.ca/fitnesscentres
January 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
This winter, enjoy great prices and membership benefits at a municipal fitness centre near you. Our fitness centres offer low-cost memberships, no commitment or long-term contracts and a variety of group fitness programs and activities to choose from!
Learn more at halifax.ca/fitnesscentres
Learn more at halifax.ca/fitnesscentres
Sled safely this winter. Municipal parks aren’t set up, inspected or maintained for sledding & obstacles can be hiding beneath the snow. Sledding in parks is at your own risk. No matter where you sled, be sure to wear a helmet & watch for hazards like trees, rocks, fences, benches & play equipment.
December 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Sled safely this winter. Municipal parks aren’t set up, inspected or maintained for sledding & obstacles can be hiding beneath the snow. Sledding in parks is at your own risk. No matter where you sled, be sure to wear a helmet & watch for hazards like trees, rocks, fences, benches & play equipment.
Effective January 2026, multi-district facilities will be included in the Recreation Access Program. Previously, these facilities operated their own affordable access programs. New facilities include:
- Canada Games Centre
- Cole Harbour Place
- St. Margarets Centre
- Zatzman Sportsplex
- Canada Games Centre
- Cole Harbour Place
- St. Margarets Centre
- Zatzman Sportsplex
December 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Effective January 2026, multi-district facilities will be included in the Recreation Access Program. Previously, these facilities operated their own affordable access programs. New facilities include:
- Canada Games Centre
- Cole Harbour Place
- St. Margarets Centre
- Zatzman Sportsplex
- Canada Games Centre
- Cole Harbour Place
- St. Margarets Centre
- Zatzman Sportsplex
Due to anticipated high winds and heavy rain, the Halifax Public Gardens, including the Holiday Light Show, will close today, Friday, Dec. 19, at 4 p.m. They are expected to reopen Saturday morning when conditions allow.
December 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Due to anticipated high winds and heavy rain, the Halifax Public Gardens, including the Holiday Light Show, will close today, Friday, Dec. 19, at 4 p.m. They are expected to reopen Saturday morning when conditions allow.
Looking for ways to share your talents and skills with your community? Recreation is now accepting applications for new program ideas from residents interested in leading their proposed classes.
Proposals are accepted year-round and reviewed regularly. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/fyPeacq
Proposals are accepted year-round and reviewed regularly. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/fyPeacq
December 11, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Looking for ways to share your talents and skills with your community? Recreation is now accepting applications for new program ideas from residents interested in leading their proposed classes.
Proposals are accepted year-round and reviewed regularly. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/fyPeacq
Proposals are accepted year-round and reviewed regularly. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/fyPeacq
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Explore the Adventure Earth Centre with Agustina as your guide! Get a quick look at the programs and spaces that help people of all ages connect with nature. To learn more about recreation programs, services and facilities across the municipality, visit: halifax.ca/myrec
November 17, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Explore the Adventure Earth Centre with Agustina as your guide! Get a quick look at the programs and spaces that help people of all ages connect with nature. To learn more about recreation programs, services and facilities across the municipality, visit: halifax.ca/myrec
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A well-traveled boardwalk at Albro Lake Park will undergo some necessary repairs beginning tomorrow until further notice. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/bo...
November 3, 2025 at 7:19 PM
A well-traveled boardwalk at Albro Lake Park will undergo some necessary repairs beginning tomorrow until further notice. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/bo...
Winter use of playing fields as off-leash dog parks has begun. For a list of approved off-leash areas throughout the municipality, visit: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
November 2, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Winter use of playing fields as off-leash dog parks has begun. For a list of approved off-leash areas throughout the municipality, visit: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...
A heads up that natural playing fields are now closed for the season. See you next year!
November 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM
A heads up that natural playing fields are now closed for the season. See you next year!
Please note that municipal seasonal park washrooms have closed for the year. Have a question or concern about one of our facilities? Call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca.
October 31, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Please note that municipal seasonal park washrooms have closed for the year. Have a question or concern about one of our facilities? Call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca.
Please note that playing field maintenance has ended for the season. Thanks to all staff and community partners who helped provide this service!
October 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Please note that playing field maintenance has ended for the season. Thanks to all staff and community partners who helped provide this service!
Join municipal staff for a guided nature walk along Albro Lake and learn about a shoreline naturalization project proposed for 2026 that aims to restore the shoreline and revitalize the park. Oct. 29 | 5 p.m. to dark | 1 Sea King Drive, Dartmouth
Learn more at halifax.ca/naturalization.
Learn more at halifax.ca/naturalization.
October 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Join municipal staff for a guided nature walk along Albro Lake and learn about a shoreline naturalization project proposed for 2026 that aims to restore the shoreline and revitalize the park. Oct. 29 | 5 p.m. to dark | 1 Sea King Drive, Dartmouth
Learn more at halifax.ca/naturalization.
Learn more at halifax.ca/naturalization.
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Ready to explore one of our awesome community hubs? Join Peter from our Parks & Recreation team for a tour of the Horizon Recreation Centre located at 168 Redoubt Way in Eastern Passage. Learn more about recreation facilities across the municipality at: halifax.ca/myrec
October 23, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Ready to explore one of our awesome community hubs? Join Peter from our Parks & Recreation team for a tour of the Horizon Recreation Centre located at 168 Redoubt Way in Eastern Passage. Learn more about recreation facilities across the municipality at: halifax.ca/myrec
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Love the outdoors & winter fun? We’re hiring! The municipality is looking for energetic, community-minded people to join our @hfxrec.bsky.social team @ the Emera Oval this winter. Opportunities include:
• Supervisor
• Duty Supervisor
• Skating Monitor
Learn more & apply at: halifax.ca/employment
• Supervisor
• Duty Supervisor
• Skating Monitor
Learn more & apply at: halifax.ca/employment
October 16, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Love the outdoors & winter fun? We’re hiring! The municipality is looking for energetic, community-minded people to join our @hfxrec.bsky.social team @ the Emera Oval this winter. Opportunities include:
• Supervisor
• Duty Supervisor
• Skating Monitor
Learn more & apply at: halifax.ca/employment
• Supervisor
• Duty Supervisor
• Skating Monitor
Learn more & apply at: halifax.ca/employment