Recreation

Recreation Sevices

Programs and events are offered year-round and for all ages. Family activity hikes, youth after-school activities, preschool pop-up play events, fun runs/walks, and holiday celebrations occur each month. Follow our Facebook events or program page on this site for details and registration.

The department manages a number of recreation facilities including the Sandy Wickens Memorial Arena, Sherose Island Recreation Centre, outdoor pool, community garden, tennis court, and numerous trails, playgrounds and sports fields. 

Everyone should have access to active living and recreation for the physical and mental health benefits it yields. All facilities, programs and events are open and inclusive; welcoming all. We strive to keep fees low with no-cost options available as much as possible. We encourage individuals and community organizations to borrow equipment, seek volunteer training and recruitment, and use our network to promote their events and activities.

•  Register for a Program HERE
• Book a Recreation Facility HERE

Work with Barrington Recreation this Summer! 

 Get paid to play! Are you looking for an active, fun outdoor job working with children and youth? Send us your resume and cover letter! 

We offer a great learning experience with mentoring, skills development and small group sizes to manage and practice your leadership skills. 

The following positions may be available this summer at Barrington Recreation. Jobs are dependent on the approval of the department budget. 

•   pdf Program Coordinator: Active Adventures (763 KB) :  1 position 14 weeks - starts May 20
•   pdf Program Coordinator: Early Explorers: (767 KB)  1 position 14 weeks - starts May 20
•   pdf Youth Outdoor Recreation Coordinator: (768 KB) 1 position 10 weeks - starts end of June
•   pdf Aquatics/ Water Safety Manager (765 KB) : 1 position 14 weeks - starts May 20
•   pdf Recreation Program Leader (759 KB) : 9 weeks - starts June 24
•   pdf Garden and Greenspace Coordinator (766 KB) : 1 position, 14 weeks - starts May 20
•   pdf Parks and Fields Maintenance Worke (754 KB) r**: 2 positions 16 weeks Starts late April/ Early May TBD

Click on position to link to full job description. 

Please send your cover letter indicating your preference of positions along with your resume to )">Misty James (). If you have any questions, we recommend that the interested applicant call us at 902-637-2015. ext 239

**Parks and Fields Labourer applications will be forwarded to the Director of Public Works: Cameron Whiteway for review. 

Deadline to apply: April 4, 2025