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SPRING 2021

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LOOK FOR THIS ICON FOR PROGRAMS TAKING PLACE BETWEEN MARCH 15-26 | STARTING PG 24

SWIMMING LESSONS DIVE INTO LESSONS NOW AT THE INDOOR & IN MAY AT THE OUTDOOR POOL | PG 16 YOUTH WEEK 2021 JOIN US VIRTUALLY 1-7 FOR ACTIVITIES, CONTESTS & ANNUAL THE TALENT SHOW | PG 33

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS SPRING!

You are required to wear a mask in all open areas like line ups, the lobby, hallways, change areas and washrooms.

Physical distancing, frequent hand washing and sanitizing are mandatory in all City of Maple Ridge facilities.

Be kind! COVID-19 has impacted all of our lives and we ask all customers to respect each other and our staff.

Visit mapleridge.ca/parksandrec for updated drop-in schedules and information.

CONTENTS Valid until June 30, 2021 Registration begins Tuesday, February 16, 2021

GENERAL INFORMATION Program Registration........................................................................ 2 Recreation Access............................................................................... 4 Leisure Centre........................................................................................ 5 Fitness Centre........................................................................................ 6 Gymnasium + Indoor Sport Courts........................................... 7 Virtual Fitness & Group Fitness................................................... 8 Facility Rental.......................................................................................... 9 Leisure Centre Pool...........................................................................10 Red Cross Swim Preschool.......................................................... 12 Pool Safety............................................................................................... 14 Swim Lessons....................................................................................... 15 Hammond Pool.................................................................................... 17 Community Champion Story.............................. 18 Children's Program Safety............................................................20 PRC Youth Active Pass.....................................................................30 Greg Moore Youth Centre............................................................. 31 Youth Week.............................................................................................33 Neighbourhood Grants...................................................................52 Museum Program Information...................................................53 REGISTERED PROGRAMS Child & Youth Programs.................................................................24 Parent & Tot and Preschool Programs..................................27 Youth Programs...................................................................................32 Youth & Adult Programs.................................................................38 Ridge Meadows Seniors Society.............................................. 41 Arts Programs - All Ages................................................................42

VISIT US ONLINE mapleridge.ca/parksandrec

HAVE PROGRAM IDEAS?

We're looking for new program ideas for Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture! Fill out the form and let us know what programs and classes you'd like to see offered in future Program Guides.

SUBMIT YOUR IDEA

REGISTRATION Registration will be available online (www.mapleridge.ca/1484) and over the phone for the 2021 Spring Program Guide. In-person registration is by appointment only due to the current restricted access of the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre and to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

2 WAYS TO REGISTER

SPRING ONLINE REGISTRATION BEGINS : Tuesday, February 16 at 6:00AM SPRING PHONE-IN REGISTRATION BEGINS : Thursday, February 18 at 6:00AM

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY IF WE CANCEL A PROGRAM - A full refund will be processed or applied to your Customer Account. CUSTOMER REFUND REQUESTS - Refunds will be issued prior to the start date of the second class and will be pro-rated. Non-attendance without notification is not accepted as a refund request. Single day programs must give 24 hours notice or no refund will be issued. MEDICAL REFUND REQUESTS - Due to COVID-19, we have temporarily waived the necessity of a doctor’s note. Those who must withdraw from a multi-day program for medical reasons can do so without the note and need only inform City staff prior to the end of their multi-day program. Likewise, for single day camps, we will provide refunds without a doctor’s note should your child show symptoms the morning of camp. Please notify Registration as soon as possible. CLASS TRANSFER POLICY - A class transfer may be possible based on availability, prior to the start of the second class. If there is no space available in the requested class, a refund will be processed in accordance with the Refund Policy.

ONLINE mapleridge.ca/1484 Register anytime 24/7. CALL 604-467-7422 Mon – Fri | 6:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-8:00PM Sat | 7:00AM-1:00PM Sun | 9:00AM-4:00PM Stat Holidays | 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

BEFORE YOU REGISTER ONLINE Need an account? You can easily create a new account online at mapleridge.ca/1484 or by calling customer service at 604-467-7422. Forgot your password? Go to recreg4u.ca and click on “Forgot Password”. Or call our customer experience staff during operating hours and they will be happy to provide you with your information. Paying online? We accept VISA and MasterCard for online registration. When registering online, please print a copy of your registration receipt for your records.

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REGISTRATION

HOWTO LOG IN & RESET YOUR PASSWORD

VIDEO LINK

HOWTO REGISTER FOR A DROP-IN TIMESLOT

VIDEO LINK

HOWTO BOOK AN INDOOR SPORT COURT

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JOIN US FOR SPRING RECREATION

RECREATION ACCESS

RECREATION ACCESS The City of Maple Ridge endeavors to make recreation accessible and affordable for all residents. We recognize individual differences and strive to offer a number of programs and services designed to address recreation barriers. The City of Maple Ridge's ongoing commitment is to ensure there are opportunities and services available to meet your individual goals and needs. Visit mapleridge.ca/1464 to learn more about our Recreation Access programs. Please note that some service offerings may be unavailable temporarily due to COVID-19. FINANCIAL ACCESS | MAPLERIDGE.CA/1465 1. Our Access Pass is available to residents of the City of Maple Ridge, and offers reduced admission and program fees to Parks, Recreation and Culture Services. 2. Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charitable program that helps kids ages 4 to 18 participate in organized sports and recreation. 3. Learn about KidSport BC , a community based funding program that provides grants up to a maximum of $400 to help with the cost of registration fees for children 18 years and younger to participate in community sports. PERSONALIZED SUPPORT SERVICES | MAPLERIDGE.CA/2429 1. The Leisure Access program is available to our customers who require 1:1 support when participating in activities at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre. Customers pay the admission fee associated with their activity while the person supporting our customer does not pay. 2. Children and youth who require a Private Support Worker are welcome into our programs after completing the approval process. THERAPEUTIC RECREATION | MAPLERIDGE.CA/2430 1. Contact Shayna at 604-467-7303 to learn about Therapeutic Recreation , which utilizes a therapeutic process involving leisure, recreation and play as a primary tool for each individual to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS & SERVICES | MAPLERIDGE.CA/2436 1. We are proud to offer Adaptive Equipment & Services at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre! 2. Our partnershipwith the Canucks AutismNetwork helps us to provide programs to individuals with autism and their families. The Ridge Meadows Seniors Society is a not-for-profit registered charity that provides a wide range of on-going recreational, social educational, health and social service programs for seniors 55+ within our community. 2. Our Super Seniors Discount gives you half price admission/memberships if you are between 85-89 years and free admission/membership if you are 90+ years old! 3. We offer Health Programs for Seniors such as Active Aging, Healthy Heart, On the Move with Parkinson’s, BCRPA, Choose to Move and more. SENIOR SERVICES | MAPLERIDGE.CA/1485 1.

Please view our registration software at mapleridge.ca/1484 for the most up to date info

HAVE PROGRAM IDEAS?

We're looking for new program ideas for Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture! Fill out the form and let us know what programs and classes you'd like to see offered in future Program Guides.

SUBMIT YOUR IDEA

MAPLE RIDGE LEISURE CENTRE At the time of this publication, the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre (MRLC) is open for registered access only. We are excited to offer our recreation services using a registered format that follows the recommendations of the Provincial Health Office and BC Recreation & Parks Association.

GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 604-467-7422 registration@mapleridge.ca

REGISTRATION: To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we are accepting registration online and over the phone. In person payments can be scheduled by appointment only.

PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Aquatics 604-467-7321

Shannon Boyko

sboyko@mapleridge.ca

Arts Programs

604-476-2792 604-466-4339 604-467-7328 604-467-7443

Lori Ceaser Jen Baillie Daljit Sidhu

loric@mract.org

Children’s Programs

jbaillie@mapleridge.ca dsidhu@mapleridge.ca cgamache@mapleridge.ca

Sport & Fitness Programs

Youth Programs

Clint Gamache

MEMBERSHIPS All memberships were frozen due to COVID-19. Members have the option to unfreeze their account or continue paying single admission and keep their membership frozen until a full facility re-opening. PLEASE BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING: Once a membership pass holder has chosen to unfreeze their membership, they cannot re-freeze it. ADMISSION RATES If patrons choose to continuing pay-as-they-go for the registered timeslots. Admission rates, including GST, are below.

Adult: $6.00 Youth: $4.10 Senior: $4.10 Child: $3.20

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

FITNESS CENTRE

YOUR FITNESS, YOUR WAY Yourhealthylivingexperienceshouldbeasuniqueasyouare.That’s why no matter how you love to stay active, we have something for you at theMapleRidge LeisureCentre.We areproud tooffer awide variety of sport & fitness opportunities that will improve your overall health. Get sweatier, stronger, happier and healthier! HOWTO REGISTER To register for a Fitness Centre timeslot please visit our registration website at mapleridge.ca/1484 or call 604-467-7422. The Fitness Centre is located upstairs in the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre and includes: cardio and strength equipment, a variety of core and balance accessories and a small stretch space. Based on current Covid-19 recommendations, some equipment may not be available. For a more detailed list of equipment please visit mapleridge.ca/1450 .

FITNESS CENTRE PROCEDURES

We have implemented new practices and procedures to ensure that our patrons, staff and community are safe. We arecloselyfollowingtheguidelinesandrecommendations set out by the Provincial Health Officer, our local health authorities, BCRPA, andWorksafe BC. FITNESS CENTRE SAFETY - Complete mandatory COVID-19 self-assessment prior to entry - Masks required in all common areas - Follow directional arrows - Stay in designated activity area - Wipe down equipment before and after use

FITNESS SAFETY PLAN

Cancellation Policy - Fitness Centre cancellation policy in effect. For more information, please visit mapleridge.ca/1450

Age Requirements - The fitness centre is for 16Y+. Any youth 13Y - 15Ycanusethefitnesscentreuponcompletionof acomplimentary Youth Orientation.

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FITNESS CENTRE ORIENTATION 19Y+ One of our fitness supervisors will lead you through an orientation in our fitness centre explaining the fitness centre etiquette and safe & proper use of strength and cardio equipment. YOUTH ACCESS ORIENTATION 13Y - 18Y An orientation for youth between the ages of 13Y-15Y is mandatory. Parent or guardian must be present. Once complete, youth will receive their Youth Access Pass and are able to use the Fitness Centre. FREE Please book your orientation through Customer Service staff via telephone at 604-467-7422. COMPLIMENTARY ORIENTATION & CIRCUIT FREE

LEISURE CENTRE PROGRAM SURVEY

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GYMNASIUM + INDOOR SPORTCOURTS

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

GYMNASIUM + INDOOR SPORT COURTS + TRAINING

GYMNASIUM SESSIONS & INDOOR SPORT COURTS The gymnasium and indoor sport courts in the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre are open for registered activities. Please note: We have implemented new practices and procedures to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We are following the guidelines and recommendations set out by Provincial Sport Organizations (Return to Sport Guidelines), the Provincial Health Officer, our local health authority, BCRPA and WorkSafe BC. We have also developed a Safety Plan and encourage registrants to read the document prior to their registered activity. For the most up to date information please visit mapleridge.ca/1451 and mapleridge.ca/1496 . We encourage all patrons to bring their own equipment. If you do not have your own equipment, please speak to a Fitness Centre Supervisor during your timeslot. HOWTO REGISTER To register for these activities, please visit mapleridge.ca/1484 or call 604-467-7422.

All Sport & Fitness Enquiries Contact Daljit Sidhu Recreation Programmer Tel: 604-467-7328 Email: dsidhu@mapleridge.ca

SPORT COURT SAFETY PLAN

GYMNASIUM SAFETY PLAN

REGISTERED GYMNASIUM SCHEDULES

INDOOR SPORT COURTS SCHEDULES

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ARE YOU AN INDEPENDENT TRAINER? The City of Maple Ridge welcomes professionally affiliated Independent Trainers. All Independent Trainers and Rehab Assistants must be approved by the City of Maple Ridge to use the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre to work with clients. To request approval, submit a completed application via email along with digital copies of requested documentation (listed inapplication). Completeapplicationswill be reviewed within 2-3 business days. Contact: personaltraining@mapleridge.ca

PERSONAL TRAINING The best project you will ever work on is you! At the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre we want to help you meet your healthy living goals through the help of our qualified Personal Trainers. For questions or to reserve your personal training session please e-mail personaltraining@mapleridge.ca or visit mapleridge.ca/1483 for more information.

GROUP FITNESS IN-PERSON & ONLINE

VIRTUAL FITNESS Introducing our brand new, online fitness classes! Register monthly for 24/7 access to a variety of scheduled Zoom classes. From Zumba, yoga and boot camp, there is something for everyone. You will also receive unlimited access to Thrive, an online health hub that covers topics like nutrition, recipes, meditation and healthy living.

Visit page 39 for more information and mapleridge.ca/2428

ONLINE FITNESS EMAIL DALJIT

ONLINE CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

ONLINE FITNESS FAQS

LEARN MORE

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IN-PERSON FITNESS Welcome back to group fitness! All group fitness classes will be revised to accommodate the Provincial Health Order. We have updated our Group Fitness COVID-19 Safety Plan according to the latest Public Health Orders which includes pre-registration, increased physical distancing, altered class numbers and increased disinfection practices.

IN-PERSON GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULES

GROUP FITNESS SAFETY PLAN

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MORE FITNESS RESOURCES TO EXPLORE

GET MOVING MOVEMENT SKILLS

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THROW & CATCH VIDEO LINK

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GET ACTIVE WITH US FREE FITNESS VIDEOS

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FACILITY RENTALS UPDATE The City is working within Provincial guidelines to rent facilities and park spaces. If you are wondering what facilities are available for rentals and/or have other questions about our safety plans, please contact us via email or view the facility bookings webpage at mapleridge.ca/1432 . All user groups renting municipal space will be required to complete their own specific COVID-19 Safety Plan and sign a COVID-19 Rental Agreement Addendum (in addition to existing rental practices).

ONLINE mapleridge.ca/1432

EMAIL facilitybookings@mapleridge.ca

As our facility bookings teammay be working remotely, please send all communications to the facility booking email address.

Things are a little different around here! Please fully read all program information during registration. • All programs require registration. • Staff will assist with facility entry. • Take a cleansing shower at home. • Come ready to swim. • Group showers will be available for you to rinse off after your swim with bathing suit on. • No spectators permitted at this time.

MAPLE RIDGE LEISURE CENTRE POOL SAFETY PLAN, FAQ & MORE

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RED CROSS SWIM PRE-SCHOOL LESSONS

THE LOVE OF SWIMMING STARTS HERE

8-LEVEL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 4 MONTHS TO 6 YEARS OF AGE Give your child the gift of aquatic fun and swimming at an early age. Songs, games and introductory swimming skills will make your child comfortable and happy in the water. Each level is built around an aquatic animal mascot, which makes lessons engaging and fun. The Instructor uses progressive teaching techniques adapted to each child and provides constant feedback and encouragement.

RED CROSS SWIM PRE-SCHOOL

PARENT PARTICIPATION LEVELS These levels are participation-based only

Old Title | WATERBABIES

New Title | STARFISH

4-12 months

Orientation to water for babies and their parent/caregiver. To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up. The goals are to help babies experience buoyancy and movement through songs and play in the water and to teach the parent/caregiver age-specific water safety.

Starfish (Replaces Waterbabies)

Old Title | PARENT AND TOT 1

New Title | DUCK

12-24 months

Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Age is the only condition for entering this level. Swimmers learn how to use floating objects for support and explore different water movements through games, songs and active water play. The parent/caregiver also learns age-specific water safety.

Duck (Replaces Parent and Tot 1)

Old Title | PARENT AND TOT 2

New Title | SEA TURTLE

24-36 months Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Age is the only condition for entering this level. Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks.

Sea Turtle (Replaces Parent and Tot 2)

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

Old Title | GUPPIES 1, 2 or MINNOWS 1

New Title | SEA OTTER

3-5 years

Transitional level that transfers the preschooler to the care of the Instructor. All skills are assisted by the Instructor. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic floats and glides, and swim 1 metre. They also learn age-appropriate water safety skills.

Sea Otter (Replaces

Guppies 1, 2, or Minnows 1)

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RED CROSS SWIM PRE-SCHOOL

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM (CONTINUED)

Old Title | MINNOWS 2

New Title | SALAMANDER

3-5 years

Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim 2 metres, further develop basic floats and increase their distance on front and back glide. Front swim and roll-over glide are also included, and swimmers learn appropriate water safety skills such as how to jump into chest-deep water and how to use a lifejacket/Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Safety skills development includes water orientation, safe entries and exits and only swimming when an adult is present.

Salamander (Replaces Minnows 2)

Old Title | MINNOWS 3

New Title | SUNFISH

3-6 years

Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim 5 metres, increase their distance using buoyant objects, increase their front and back glide with kick, and develop their roll-over glide, side glide and front swim. Safety skills include deep-water skills and use of a lifejacket/Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Safety skills development such as water orientation, safe entries and exits and always asking for permission before going near the water.

Sunfish (Replaces Minnows 3)

Old Title | MINNOWS 4

New Title | CROCODILE

3-6 years

Through games and other fun activities, swimmers learn to swim 5 metres on their front and back, perform a dolphin kick and begin using rhythmic breathing. They also progress with kicking drills and increase their swimming distance to 10 metres. Safety skills include jumping into deep water and performing surface support for 10 seconds, recognizing when a swimmer needs help and using a lifejacket/Personal Flotation Device (PFD) in deep water.

Crocodile (Replaces Minnows 4)

Old Title | MINNOWS 5

New Title | WHALE

3-6 years

Through fun activities, swimmers perform a front and back swim for 10 metres. Swimmers work on developing their flutter kick and perform a distance swim of 15 metres. Safety skills include identifying safe swimming areas, jumping into deep water, swimming 5m, surface support for 20 seconds, a return to safety, throwing assists and sitting dives. Children completing this level and are 5 years or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids.

Whale (Replaces Minnows 5)

SWIM LESSONS

LESSON DESCRIPTIONS Preschool Lessons - for children aged 4 months to 6 years old. See above descriptions for each level. Adult Lessons: (Age 16Y+) - Designed specifically for adult and teens. Classes will be a learning centered environment allowing participants to learn skills important to them.

Swim Kids 1-10 - For school aged children age 5 and up. The Red Cross Swim Kids Program lends attention to both swimming skills and water safety education. Progressive evaluation points throughout the levels allow participants to learn and progress at their rate.

Private Lessons - One on one instruction for those needing individual attention. All ages are welcome.

Safe return to swim lessons

Swim lessons are designed to be hands on! Teaching new skills to swimmers of all ages will take on a different twist this spring to ensure we are able to offer them in a safe, thoughtful way. A parent or guardian must actively participate in the water assisting and ensuring safety of the learner throughout each lesson. This requirement will stay in effect until further notice. Although not required, it is best for the learner to have a consistent person in the water throughout the set of lessons.

To ensure the safety of our instructors, they will be located mainly on deck during lessons. There may be times they need to come in the water to do demonstrations for new skills, but expect a dry instructor.

THE FOLLOWING LEVELS WILL REQUIRE A PARENT OR GUARDIAN IN THE WATER WITH EACH LEARNER: • All Preschool levels • Swim Kids 1-4 • Adult Basics - recommended to have a support person in the water

NO SPECTATORS PERMITTED AT THIS TIME.

To allow a greater number of community members to gain access to lessons, lesson sets may be shorter than in the past. With parents or guardians in the water with the learners, they are gaining the knowledge needed for independent practicing of the skills presented in the lessons during public access swim times. Evaluation will take a simpler form. As many of the sets offered will not include enough practice time to complete all skills in a level, our evaluation process will be simplified to take this into consideration. Program participant maximums have been reduced to ensure physical distancing is possible. The number of programs running at a given time has been reduced.

Please view our registration software at mapleridge.ca/1484 for the most up to date info

SWIMMING LESSONS

SWIMMING LESSONS Masks are required in common areas like line-ups (indoors and outdoors), the lobby, hallway, change rooms and washrooms. Physical distancing continues to be required, even in spaces where you and others are masked. Remember to wash your hands frequently. Your safety is our priority! Please ask our Customer Experience team if you have questions. If you do not comply with safety measures, our team reserves the right to address your behaviour and may ask you to leave the building if your or others' safety is at risk. Masks should not be worn in the pool.

SWIM LESSONS SCHEDULES

PUBLIC SWIMS SCHEDULES

AQUA FITNESS SCHEDULES

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VISIT MAPLERIDGE.CA/1452 FOR ALL INDOOR POOL INFORMATION

at 604-536-6410 or www.lifeguardcourses.ca or Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture at mapleridge.ca/1484

LEISURE CENTRE PROGRAM SURVEY How can we better meet your aquatic and fitness goals during COVID-19?

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY!

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HAMMOND POOL

HAMMOND POOL OPENING ON MAY 3 RD , 2021

Come enjoy the outdoors and swim at Hammond Pool, located beside Hammond Community Centre in Maple Ridge. Accessibility features include portable stairs and a wheelchair lift. EVERYONE WELCOME! NEED DIRECTIONS? • From downtown Maple Ridge, go west on Lougheed Hwy. • Left on 207 St. • Right on Westfield Ave. • Right on 206 St., beside Hammond Community Centre.

SWIM LESSONS SCHEDULES

PUBLIC SWIMS SCHEDULES

AQUA FITNESS SCHEDULES

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Danielle Turenne-Duperron & Ty Duperron

Tell us about you two! Danielle was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and moved to Port Moody just before starting school. Ty was born in Surrey, lived in Nova Scotia for kindergarten and grade one, then moved to Port Coquitlamwhere he spent the rest of his childhood. We both attended Riverside Secondary for High School, though we didn’t know each other at the time. We met through mutual friends after Ty graduated and that's where our story began. After living in various cities, adopting two dogs, buying a home in Maple Ridge, selling that home and then moving to Port Coquitlam...we bought our second home in Maple Ridge in 2015 and have been here ever since! Older and wiser, we want to be closer to friends and family and love the quieter streets and proximity to nature. What is your favourite thing about Maple Ridge? Our favorite thing about Maple Ridge is the feeling of living in a city while still being in nature. We have a greenbelt behind our house and can hear the frogs and coyotes throughout the summer with the windows open, but we’re a short drive from shopping,dining and entertainment. We love to travel, camp and hike together, and living in Maple Ridge is the perfect launching pad for getting outside!

SURVEY AD GOES HERE Tell us about your workwith Adopt-a-Block. We hike and trail camp a lot, so the environment is important to us (we follow the “Leave No Trace” principles and eliminate excess waste where we can). When COVID first hit, we would go for walks with our geriatric dog and noticed there was a lot of trash left out in our neighborhood. One day, when walking in Kanaka Creek Regional Park, we saw a sign for Adopt-a-Block and Googled it once we got home. We learned that the program involves cleaning up a chosen block, park, stream or river once a month. Since we were passionate about the outdoors and keeping it clean, the obvious choice was to apply to adopt our block! The application process is run through the Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) and, after we were approved, ARMS dropped off the garbage pickers to help us safely clean up. There have been a few times where we’ve collected such a large amount of trash (I’m talking piles!) that we’ve had to call ARMS to dispatch the City Workers to do a pick up for us. What about ARMS resonates with you themost? Their work to proactively protect and improve Maple Ridge by creating a healthy environment resonates with us the most. A healthy planet helps make healthy people. If there are clean and safe parks, sidewalks and trails for people to enjoy, a huge part of health is made that much easier. We also think it’s empowering to encourage members of a community to care for where they live and hopefully discourages littering and waste.

" Dani is the most determined , thoughtful , and giving person you could ever meet. "

" Ty wears his heart on his sleeve , and ultimately just wants to see his favourite people happy . "

ORGAN I ZAT I ONS THAT ARE NEAR & DEAR TO THE I R HEARTS

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS AND THE PROGRAM ITSELF AT: MAPLERIDGE.CA/2016

ARMS/ADOPT-A-BLOCK

CANADIAN CANCER AGENCY

DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE WOMEN'S CENTRE

ETHỌ́S LAB

Do you have a story froma time youwere volunteering together? TY: Years ago, Danielle was part of a team that participated in Concrete Hero, an obstacle course run which raised funds for the BC Cancer Agency. Danielle’s friends and family quickly jumped in to support her and, after raising significant funds, she was featured in a segment on Breakfast Television hosted by Fiona Forbes. Unfortunately, while training for a different run, Danielle broke her pelvis, an injury that would go undiagnosed but made the obstacle course that much more difficult. DANIELLE: My team literally helped carry me across various obstacles and waited for me to catch up, but we got through it together and it was all for a terrific cause! We also frequently compete to find the most unsual trash. We’ve found a moving dolly, palettes and a mint condition, Yeti brand koozie that I took home and still use. Howhas COVID-19 impacted you? COVID has given us more time to volunteer, but less opportunity. Being healthy, low risk individuals, we have been able to take advantage of our resources to help our direct community of friends and family, be it running errands for people stuck at home, or equipping friends with workout equipment to have them stay health (and less bored) during the pandemic. We’ve both transitioned to working from home, and we’ve taken to breaking up the day by going for a walk at lunch time. This not only allows us to get outside for some fresh air, but we can also use our break to clean up our street! We’ve had more time to explore our community which in turn fuels our desire to help protect it. Our overall outlook on life is pretty positive, and this hasn’t been negatively affected by COVID-19. We’re very fortunate that we are fully employed, young(ish) and healthy, so we always try to look for the good going on in the world instead of being bombarded by the bad. COVID-19 has amplified how we look at our privileges and our success, and we have made it more of a mission to donate to charitable causes and volunteer our time whenever we can because it’s an easy way for us to impact the world in a positive way. What canwe do as a community through the pandemic? For us, the biggest thing is that people need to remember that we are all human and we are in this together. This last year has brought a lot of anger and confusion, but we think it has also strengthened communities. Before the pandemic, when shopping was easier, we never thought to check in and see what friends or family might need. Once shopping became very difficult and people were stuck

at home, it was easy for us to pick up cheese for Grandma or tomatoes and soap for friends when we were already out. It was the same thing with lending out gym equipment that we had. If we had enough to make do ourselves, why not share with people who had their gyms shut down? These were simple little things that we could do that would hopefully positively impact someone’s day. We also becamemore aware of where we were shopping and the businesses we were supporting. We hope everyone continues to support the small businesses in our communities. The local farmers, crafters, restaurants and shops rely on our support to pay their bills. Give us an elevator pitch for volunteering. It’s free, and you can generally find any type of volunteering to suit your values. All you need is time! It can be extremely rewarding and, if everybody contributes in small ways, it all adds up!

Everyone can make a difference, no matter how small a role you think you play.

" For us, the biggest thing is that people need to remember we are all human and we are in this together . "

NEW SAFETY PROCEDURES Welcome to Spring Programs! og ams

 WELCOME! All of our programs and camps provide a fun, safe, active, inclusive and positive environment for children. Our goal is that at the end of the program your child will have truly enjoyed their experience. We look forward to meeting both you and your child! All available spring programs comply with Public Health orders and are designed with safety and fun as top priorities. AGE Please note, participants must be the minimum age indicated for the program at the start of the program. QUALITY SUPERVISION In order to maintain safe Covid-19 practices we have decreased participant numbers for our programs, and we have made all pre-school programs to be parent participation only. To ensure the safe arrival and departure of all participants, parents/guardians will be met at the designateddrop-off/pick-uplocationtobechecked in by a staff. Please note that parents/guardians will not bepermitted toenter theprogramspaceunless it is a program that requires parent participation. At the end of the program, staff will bring participants back to the pick-up location and check them out. We are asking all participants to arrive no later than 10 minutes prior to the start of the program so staff can complete the health screenings and check everyone in before entering the program space. CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN/ CHECK-OUT

MEDICAL WAIVER/COVID-19 ASSUMPTION OF RISK WAIVER All programs and camps require parents/ guardians to fill out required participant forms. All of these forms are available online for parents/ guardians to access at mapleridge.ca/1468 as a fillable PDF. Please note required participant forms must be filled out completely and sent in via email ( prcchildrensprograms@mapleridge.ca ) prior to the start of your program or your child will not be able to attend. We will not be accepting forms in person in order to maintain our contactless program check-in process. All completed forms can be submitted to the email prcchildrensprograms@mapleridge.ca HEALTH SCREENING Allparticipantswillberequiredtocompleteahealth screening prior to entering the program space/ facility each time. By registering for our programs you agree to complete the health screening. MASKS All customers are required to wear a mask or face covering upon entry into the facility including all common areas such as the lobby, hallways and exterior line-up. Staff will provide a mask to customers who do not have one. Masks or face coverings are required for those over the age of 12 while in the program space. Children under the age of 12 are encouraged to wear a mask. EMAILS Please note that emails may be sent out by PRC staff prior to the start of each programyour child is registered for to provide specific program details and/or reminders about participant forms.

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FOR CHILDRENWITH DISABILITIES (5-18 Y) The City of Maple Ridge offers one to one support for children with disabilities to participate in a variety of Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture Spring Daycamps. ASSISTED SUPPORT SPRING CAMPS

STEPS TO RECEIVE FUNDING SUPPORT:

STEPS FOR EXTERNAL SUPPORTWORKERS:

Contact Recreation Access Department at recsupport@mapleridge.ca to determine if your child is eligible for support and to request the application package. Complete the Child Support package found online at mapleridge.ca/1473/ Daycamp-Information and send package to recsupport@mapleridge.ca Register for camps once the intake process has been completed and you have received confirmation of your allotted days.

Contact recsupport@mapleridge.ca and ask for the External Support Worker application package. Register for Camp experience.

Send completed forms and required documents back to recsupport@mapleridge.ca

Camp Checklist

FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT CAMP SPECIFIC INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE AT MAPLERIDGE.CA/1473

The characters names are Sully the Seal, Felix the Frog, Mona the Monkey, and Baxter the Bear. Each of the animals represents one of our four value words: Safe, Fun, Active and Inclusive. Our Children’s Programs provide a safe and active environment where all children have fun and build healthy relationships.

IF YOUR CHILD REQUIRES ASSISTED SUPPORT: 604-467-7453

Looking for after-school care for your kids? The Active Kids Club licensed program is currently available. Registration is open now! Please visit our program webpage to find locations and registration information at mapleridge.ca/1469. The program offers: ACTIVE KIDS CLUB AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COME OUT AND PLAY!

60+ Minutes Active Play

Social Play

Healthy Snacks

Outdoor Activities

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM VISIT MAPLERIDGE.CA/1469 CALL 604-467-7453 OR EMAIL AKC@MAPLERIDGE.CA. THIS PROGRAM IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE AFFORDABLE CHILD CARE BENEFIT FUNDING.

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MOVE FOR HEALTH DAY MAY 10, 2021 Move for Health Day is an international event created in 2002 by the World Health Organization to promote physical activity. Get active and participate in our fitness programs throughout the community on May 10! Our Move for Health Day programs require no experience, are adaptable for all fitness levels and are suitable for everyone. Details will be added at mapleridge.ca/parksandrec closer to the event. NATIONAL HEALTH & FITNESS DAY JUNE 5, 2021

National Health & Fitness Day is an initiative to challenge Canada to become the fittest nation on earth! Join us and the rest of the country on Saturday June 5 where Canadians get up, get out, and get active in any way they wish! We're planning activities and will add details to mapleridge.ca/parksandrec closer to the event.

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CAMPS – FULL WEEK NATURE & OUTDOORS Daycamp - Albion Adventures Camp Age: 5Y-7Y

Outdoor Adventure Camp Age: 9Y-12Y

Want to have fun, meet friends, and spend your day outdoors? This pre-teen outdoor adventure camp will expose participants to a variety of outdoor environments around the community. Activities may include geocaching, hikes, outdoor survival, invasive species removal, active games, and more. Location: A schedule of locations will be sent out to participants prior to the start of program. All destinations will be at outdoor locations around the community Fee: $150 | Sessions: 5 M-F 9:00AM-3:00PM Mar 22-Mar 26 #23257 CAMPS – SINGLE DAY Daycamp - Mega Kids Camp Age: 5Y-7Y Join us at Mega Kids camp for a fun, active, safe and inclusive camp. Participants will enjoy a variety of activities and games. Location: Memorial Peace Park Fee: $35 | Sessions: 1 M 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 15 #22944 Tu 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 16 #22946 W 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 17 #22947 Th 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 18 #22948 F 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 19 #22949 M 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 22 #22950 Tu 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 23 #22951 W 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 24 #22952 Th 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 25 #22953 F 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 26 #22954 Daycamp - Mega Kids Camp Age: 8Y-12Y Join us at Mega Kids camp for a fun, active, safe and inclusive camp. Participants will enjoy a variety of activities and games. Location: Memorial Peace Park Fee: $35 | Sessions: 1 M 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 15 #22977 Tu 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 16 #22978 W 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 17 #22979 Th 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 18 #22980 F 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 19 #22981 M 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 22 #22982 Tu 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 23 #22983 W 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 24 #22984 Th 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 25 #22985 F 9:00AM-3:30PM Mar 26 #22986

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Come join us for a week of fun in the outdoors. We will spend the week exploring and doing a variety of outdoor activities, games and adventures. Please note we will get to all of our locations by walking. As this is an outdoor camp children must come prepared for the weather daily. Location: Albion Park Upper  Fee: $150 | Sessions: 5 M-F 9:00AM-3:00PM Mar 15-Mar 19 #22976 Age: 8Y-12Y M-F 9:00AM-3:00PM Mar 15-Mar 19 #23199 The world around us has more to offer than often meets the eye. In this program participants will explore their outdoor surroundings and practice different art forms such as drawing, journaling, and exploring. Through active games, dramatic play and nature walks, participants will get their creative juices flowing for this adventure in art and nature. As this is an outdoor camp, children must come prepared for the weather daily. Location: Kanaka Creek Regional Park Fee: $150 | Sessions: 5 M-F 9:00AM-3:00PM Mar 22-Mar 26 #22969 Daycamp - ARTventures in Nature Camp Age: 6Y-12Y

PLEASE NOTE | FOR ALL PROGRAMS THAT HAVE NO PARENT PARTICIPATION, PARENTS WILL DROP OFF & PICK UP OUTSIDE THE FACILITY.

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Daycamp - Pro-D Daycamp Age: 5Y-12Y Join us for a fun day of camp on your day off school. We have a full day of games and activities planned outside. Location: Maple Ridge Park  Fee: $38 | Sessions: 1 W 9:00AM-3:00PM May 12 #23142 CERTIFICATIONS Babysitter Training Age: 11Y-18Y The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving appropriate care in the event of an emergency. Please bring a doll to class. Please note participants must be a minimum of 11 years of age (or completion of Grade 5) Location: Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Fee: $60 | Sessions: 1 Sa 9:00AM-2:30PM Apr 24 #23148 Sa 9:00AM-2:30PM May 29 #23149 The CyberSafe Internet Safety program focuses on teaching kids how to recognize warning signs, safe and unsafe situations, and the skills needed to make safe choices. It will also cover how to identify, avoid and respond to cyber bullying and how to get the most out of the internet while staying safe. This is not a technical or software computer course. The topic of internet safety will be covered through interactive, non-threatening and entertaining lessons. Location: Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Fee: $25 | Sessions: 1 W 6:30PM-8:30PM Apr 14 #23146 W 6:30PM-8:30PM May 5 #23832 CyberSafe Age: 8Y-11Y

Home Alone Age: 9Y-13Y

If your child is spending time at home alone while you are busy running errands or working, this course will provide the skills needed for them to safely look after themselves. Interactive lessons and scenarios will help you and your children feel more confident when they stay at home alone. Location: Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Fee: $25 | Sessions: 1 Tu 6:30PM-8:30PM Apr 20 #22992 Th 6:30PM-8:30PM May 27 #22993 The I Wanna Walk program is an active program that prepares children ages 8 and up to walk to and from school safely without direct parental supervision. Participants will learn how to plan a safe route to and from school, who to go to for help along the route, what to do if approached by a stranger, pedestrian, bicycle, skateboard, and rollerblade safety. Location: Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Fee: $25 | Sessions: 1 Th 6:30PM-8:30PM Apr 29 #22994 Tu 6:30PM-8:30PM May 18 #22995 I Wanna Walk Age: 8Y-12Y

LOOKING FOR SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS? LOOK OUT FOR THESE ICONS TO FIND ALL THE OPTIONS!

OUR SAFE SPRING

All available programs in this guide have undergone a risk assessment and new safety measures (like physical distancing protocols, reduced participant numbers and more) have been introduced. Your safety is our priority!

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION? CHECK OUT PAGE 2 OR VISIT MAPLERIDGE.CA/1484 FOR HELPFUL VIDEOS AND MORE

PRC Youth Active Pass

The PRC Youth Active Pass provides folks 13Y-18Y with access to our indoor Skateboarding and Scootering program! It's only $25 per 6 months and registration is required. The pass also provides participants with additional discounts on other PRC Youth recreation programs.

How Do I Purchase My Membership? There are two ways to purchase your membership: 1. Sign up Online at mapleridge.ca/1484 2. Call 604-467-7422 during registration hours

Looking for Recreation Access and/or Financial Assistance? Visit mapleridge.ca/1464 for more information or email pfrederick@mapleridge.ca.

PRC Youth Active Pass - 6 Month Pass 13Y-18Y FEE: $25 PRC Youth Active Pass - 1 Year Pass 13Y-18Y FEE: $50

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GREG MOORE YOUTH CENTRE 11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge | Tel: 604-467-7354

GMYC FACILITY HOURS Sunday-Thursday 4:00pm-5:00pm 10Y-12Y Friday-Saturday 4:00-5:00pm 10Y-12Y Sunday-Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm 13Y-18Y Friday-Saturday 5:30-9:00pm 13Y-18Y At the time of this publication, the Greg Moore Youth Centre (GMYC) is open for registered programming only. We are excited to offer our recreation services using a format that follows the recommendations of the local health authority and BC Recreation & Park Association.

SUPPORTING YOUTH PRC Youth will be offering a variety of programs throughout the community this spring. The Greg Moore Youth Centre is open at limited capacity to ensure everyone’s safety during this time. Pre-registration is required. We will also be offering outdoor recreation programs within the community (weather dependent). You can view program information online at mapleridge.ca/1501 . Please refer to the information below for programming and followus on Instagram @gregmooreyouthcentre for fun and engaging content! .

For more details on Youth Activities and Programs, contact Clint Gamache at 604-467-7443

Visit mapleridge.ca/1501 for PRC Youth

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS YOUTH Pop-Up Recreation in the Park Age: All Location: Maple Ridge Park, Albion Sports Complex Fee: FREE | Sessions 26

Check out our free programs offered in neighborhood parks around the community where all participants will be safely engaged in a variety of physically distanced activities. Please call 604-240- 2854 to connect with staff at the park or 604-467-7453 for more information about this program. Check Instagram for daily updates @

gregmooreyouthcentre *Weather dependent Sa/Su 1:30PM-3:30PM

Apr 3–Jun 26

SPRING BREAK 2021 JOIN US SAFELY MARCH 15-26

Age: 13Y-18Y | Location: GregMoore Youth Centre

Join us at the Greg Moore Youth Centre for a variety of safe spring break activities, programs, contests and FUN! Follow us on Instagram @gregmooreyouthcentre and check out mapleridge.ca/1501 for more information.

VISIT US ON INSTAGRAM AT @GREGMOOREYOUTHCENTRE

FOR DETAILS AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE.

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