Recreation NL is currently accepting applications for Active for Life Training.

We have 2 workshops coming up:

• May 12, 2026           – hosted by the Town of Twillingate
• May 14, 2026           – hosted by the Aboriginal Sport & Recreation Circle NL (Location: Stephenville)

To apply please submit the application by Friday, April 24   

Application Form

What is Active for Life?

Active for Life is a physical activity program to reduce falls risk in older adults. This program outlines a program of balance and strength exercises that have been shown to reduce fall risk in older adults.

Active for Life Leaders complete a 7 hour of in-class instructional workshop and have hands-on experience in program delivery to be qualified to lead this program.

Learn more about Active for Life

For more information contact: Pam Mills – pammills@recreationnl.com

Virtual-Live Session with Facilitator – Jerry Knee

Tuesday, April 21st from 2:30-3:30pm

To register for this session, you must first complete the on-demand training – found here: https://recreationnl.brightspace.com/d2l/home/6761

Course Description:

This course will provide learners with the information required to create and implement a Recreation Master Plan. It covers all the essential information, including key components of a plan, reviewing procurement of data, data collection techniques, how to create SMART goals, and everything in between!

Recreation NL is hosting an Inclusive Day Camp Webinar Series

This members only webinar series is designed to strengthen the capacity of recreation professionals and volunteers to create welcoming, accessible, and inclusive day camp environments for all participants. Through practical strategies, real-world examples, and knowledge-sharing, the series supports staff in building confidence, understanding diverse needs, and removing barriers to participation. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the quality of day camp experiences so that every child and youth feels valued, supported, and able to fully participate.

Find further details about each webinar and to register, please follow the links below:

Presenter Megan Wall, Easter Seals NL: Wednesday April 29, 2026

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7c254fd9-3da9-47d3-b0ac-66f07d74d525@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172

Presenter Gillian Batten, Memorial University: Wednesday May 6, 2026

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/27f9fff8-9360-4de9-9d60-1352711b0119@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172

Presenter Kristen Winter, Autism Society NL: Wednesday May 13, 2026

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/0dcda242-1bd7-416d-820a-71c146b84fd5@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172

Annual General Meeting- In Person and Virtual
Location: Jag Hotel- 115 George St. West, St. John’s, NL
Date: May 5, 2026
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Registration Link: https://recreationnl.wildapricot.org/event-6625804

RECREATION NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR INC. operating as Recreation NL will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 1:00pm-3:00pm (NDT) at The Jag Hotel. Members will have the option to attend the AGM through in-person or through a live stream (stream details will be provided at a later date to those registered). For those attending in-person, check-in will begin at 12:30pm from The Jag Hotel Lobby.

2026 Board of Directors- Available Positions and Election Information

Recreation NL will host its 2026 Board of Directors Elections during each upcoming RNL Connects Regional Meeting.

In accordance with the Recreation NL Constitution (2025), the following positions are available for nomination and election:

Director at Large- Eastern
Director at Large- Western
Director at Large- Central
Director at Large- Labrador

Nomination Period

For those interested in serving as a Director at Large (Regional) on the Recreation NL Board of Directors, the nomination period is now officially open. Individuals wishing to be considered, must be nominated by completing the following nomination form.

Nominations will be accepted until Friday, April 10 at 4:00 PM. Completed nomination forms can be submitted the following ways:

In-Person: Recreation NL Office- 1296A Kenmount Road, Paradise
Mail: Recreation NL, 1296A Kenmount Road, Paradise, NL A1L1N3
E-Mail: info@recreationnl.com

In accordance with Recreation NL By-Laws and Constitution, any members seeking nomination after this deadline will be required to be nominated from the floor at their respective RNL Connects Regional Meeting.

Recreation NL Connects Regional Meeting Details and Registration

To register for a Rec NL Connects Regional Meeting please click HERE.

Questions- If you have any questions regarding the upcoming election of Regional Directors please contact the Rec NL Executive Director by emailing stevemartin@recreationl.com

Recreation NL Election Locations

Find all Election Locations and further information about the Rec NL Regional Connects Meetings HERE.

RNL Connects is coming to a region near you!

Join us for a series of FREE regional meetings bringing together recreation practitioners and volunteers from across Newfoundland and Labrador to connect, collaborate, and share ideas for the future of recreation in our province.

These sessions offer meaningful discussions, professional development, and opportunities to help shape what’s next for recreation in your community.

Western Regional Meeting
Tuesday, April 21
Marina Redmond Centre (Multi-Purpose Room)
Practitioners: 1PM–4PM | Volunteers: 5PM–8PM
Meet & Greet Social: 4PM–5PM (all welcome!)
🔗 Register: https://recreationnl.wildapricot.org/event-6621786

Central Regional Meeting
Thursday, April 23
Cobb’s Pond Rotary Park CE
Practitioners: 1PM–4PM | Volunteers: 5PM–8PM
Meet & Greet Social: 4PM–5PM (all welcome!)
🔗 Register: https://recreationnl.wildapricot.org/event-6621790

Eastern Regional Meeting
Thursday, April 29
Manuels River Interpretation Centre (Conception Bay South)
Practitioners: 1PM–4PM | Volunteers: 5PM–8PM
Meet & Greet Social: 4PM–5PM (all welcome!)
🔗 Register: https://recreationnl.wildapricot.org/event-6621776

Labrador Regional Meeting (in association with Sport NL)
Tuesday, June 9 – Wednesday, June 10
E. J. Broomfield Arena Community Room
Time: TBD
Registration details coming soon!

Don’t miss this chance to connect with others in the recreation sector, share your voice, and be part of shaping the future of recreation in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The third edition of the ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults, Moving Beyond Stagnation: Elevating Physical Activity in Canada – the most up-to-date and comprehensive assessment of physical activity in Canada – highlights that the physical activity levels of adults living in Canada have been low for years. It reveals that only 46% meet physical activity guidelines and that just 22% of communities (of at least 1,000 people) in Canada have a formal strategy for physical activity and sport.

At a time when Canada is striving to build resilience, reduce public spending and unite people from coast to coast to coast, these findings are more than just data — they’re a call to action and a foundation for progress that we need to build upon. Movement underpins public health, economic growth and social connection, and reaching a plateau in physical activity levels reveals the truth: physical activity must be made a national priority.

How do we move beyond stagnation and leverage physical activity as both a personal well-being tool and a powerful policy solution?

Read the 2025 ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults to find out!

Aquatic Supervisor – Bruce II Sports Centre

The Bruce II Sports Centre is looking for a positive and self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic, who works well in a team-oriented environment. Salary: Competitive Salary (starting at $28.00 / hr) with benefits

Qualifications:

• National Lifeguard Certification (Lifesaving Society)
• Standard First Aid
• Lifesaving Society Instructors Course & Certified Pool Operators Course would be an asset

Responsibilities / Task:

• Responsible for maintaining water quality in all recreational water supplies operated by the Town of Channel-Port aux Basques
• Trouble shoot issues with recreation filtration and chlorination equipment
• Teach Lifesaving Society Swim program
• Guard recreational swims
• Supervise part-time lifeguard staff to ensure guidelines and pool rules are followed and enforced
• Backwash and adjust chlorine, alkalinity, calcium and PH
• Restock chemicals required for water sanitation and clarity
• Calibrate automated chemical feed equipment (add chemicals manually if necessary)
• Clean and tidy pool decks and locker rooms with lifeguard staff
• Set up pool area for various activities
• Teaches First Aid classes
• Book pool rentals and schedule public and private lessons
• Produce sales reports
• Reports to Recreation Director

Work Schedule: 40 hours/ week, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 4:00pm

Applications should be forwarded to: Andrew Davis, Recreation Director Email: adavis@portauxbasques.ca

For further information please contact the Bruce II Sports Centre at 709-695-3592

The City of St. John’s is hiring for the position of Recreation Assistant – Inclusion which assists in the planning and delivery of inclusive experiences for participants in City of St. John’s recreation programs.

Find more information HERE.

Recreation NL is currently accepting applications for Active for Life.

Workshop to take place Thursday, November 20 at Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Dr, St. John’s

To apply please submit the application by Friday, November 7  

Application Form

What is Active for Life?

Active for Life is a physical activity program to reduce falls risk in older adults. This program outlines a program of balance and strength exercises that have been shown to reduce fall risk in older adults.

Active for Life Leaders complete a 7 hour of in-class instructional workshop, and have hands-on experience in program delivery to be qualified to lead this program.

Learn more about Active For Life

For more information contact:

Pam Mills – pammills@recreationnl.com

September 12, 2025 — Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador (Recreation NL) is pleased to announce the launch of RecNL On‑Demand Training, a new suite of expert‑led online courses designed to support recreation professionals, volunteers, and community leaders across the province.

The RecNL On‑Demand Training platform offers a range of self‑paced learning modules addressing key topics essential to enhancing inclusive, engaging, and impactful recreation programming. Courses currently available include:

• Webinars – Covering timely and relevant topics in the recreation sector
• Recreation Leadership Toolkit – Supporting leaders with guidance on programming, inclusion, community access, and capacity building
• Recreation Master Planning – Equipping learners with the skills required for effective strategic planning
• Facility Management – Navigating the operational complexities of recreation facilities
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – Offering strategies, policy frameworks, assessments, and action plans to build inclusive environments
• Event Planning – Guiding participants from concept to execution, including troubleshooting, promotion, and evaluation

RecNL On‑Demand Training is available exclusively to members of Recreation NL. This initiative is part of RNL’s ongoing commitment to ensure accessible professional development tailored to the evolving needs of recreation leaders and volunteers throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

“We’re thrilled to roll out this on‑demand training platform to our members,” said Jerry Knee, President of Recreation NL. “It means that no matter where they are in the province—or what their schedule looks like—rec leaders and volunteers can develop the skills they need, when they need them. Whether someone is organizing an event, managing a facility, fostering inclusion, or leading with vision, these courses deliver practical, impactful tools to elevate our recreation sector.”

For more information on the RecNL On‑Demand Training platform or membership details, please visit the Recreation NL website at www.recreationnl.com.

Media Contact:
Pamela Sheppard
Communications Specialist, Recreation NL
PamelaSheppard@recreationnl.com

About Recreation NL
Founded in 1971, Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador is a province‑wide, not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to promoting the value and benefits of recreation. Through leadership, advocacy, and education, Recreation NL supports vibrant, inclusive, and engaged communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

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