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Register for casual indoor soccer play at Dalbrae Academy in Mabou every Wednesday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. from September to January. 

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Annual Family Membership

Annual Indvidual Membership

RNS Conference 2026

View conference schedule at a glance here (png) and a full schedule here (pdf)!

Best Western Truro - Glengarry
Truro, NS
October 14-15, 2026

Full-Conference Registration Rates: 
RNS Member: $245
Non-Member: $295

Student/Honourary Lifetime Member: $135

**Includes: 1 Meal, snacks and beverages, Opening Ceremony, Keynote Address,RNS AGM, 3 breakout sessions, 1 Venue Tour, Regional Games & 2 Closing Presentations.

*register separately for the RNS Awards Banquet ticket ($65).

For further information regarding program schedule, Recreation Showcase, Sponsorship Opportunities & Regional Games; visit our RNS Conference webpage.

For accessibility requests or inquires, please email Kerri Jack at inclusion@recreationns.ns.ca

Accomodations:

A special conference group rate is available for attendees at the Best Western Glengarry from October 13–14. Rooms are offered at $165 per night and include a complimentary breakfast.

Follow the link provided to book your stay: Best Western Turro- Glengarry | Rooms & Rates

2026 RNS Conference Pre-Conference Events

RNS Golf Event @ Truro Golf Club

Kick off your conference experience with a round of golf and a chance to connect with fellow recreation professionals before the main conference begins!

Join us for a pre-conference golf outing at Truro Golf Club—a relaxed opportunity to get outside, enjoy a round, network with colleagues, and start the conference on a high note.

• 24 Tee times available at a RNS Conference Special Rate between 2:06pm - 2:51pm.
• Price: $40 Tax included for 18 holes, $25 Tax included for 9 Holes, Member Power Cart Rates ($36 Tax In for 18 holes, $18 Tax in for 9 holes).
• Payment to be made on-site.

Whether you're an avid golfer or just looking for a fun way to connect with colleagues, we'd love to have you join us!

Victoria Park Hike

Scott Holman, Urban Forest and Victoria Park Supervisor, will lead a guided hike through Victoria Park at 4:00 p.m. on October 13.

The hike will highlight the ongoing impacts and recovery efforts following Hurricane Fiona, Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) prevention initiatives, healthy forest research including his internal salamander study, and some of the unique traditions and "folklore" that have shaped Victoria Park over the years.

It should be a great opportunity to learn more about the park’s natural environment, history, and ongoing stewardship efforts.

Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Location: Meet at Victoria Park Parking Lot (75 Park Rd, Truro, NS B2N 4E5).

Pre-Conference Dinner & Social

7:00pm

Lace up your sneakers, dig out a costume, and get warmed up for trick-or-treating with this Saturday morning race!
Saturday, October 24 | 9:00 a.m.
Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, Port Hood Station Trailhead

5 km Race
$15 entry fee | Register on PlayFinder.ca

2 km Fun Run
Entry fee by donation. | No registration required

Register for Recreational Badminton at Dalbrae Academy in Mabou, running Thursdays (7:00 - 9:00 p.m.) from September to January. Once registered, you can come play whever possible, no commitment to attend every session! Come meet up with others, and enjoy a fun way to stay active.

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Basketball play for ages 14 and up. Program will run Thursdays from 7:30-9:00pm at Inverness Education Cemtre Academy. 

Register for casual indoor soccer play at Cape Breton Highlands Education Centre/Academy In Terre Noire every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. from September to January. 

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Register for casual pickleball in Cheticamp, running on Tuesdays and Thursdays from September to January. Once registered, you can come play twice a week whenever it works for you—no commitment to attend every session! Grab your paddle, meet up with others, and enjoy a fun way to stay active.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Register for casual pickleball in Inverness, running from September to January. Once registered, you can come play twice a week whenever it works for you—no commitment to attend every session! Grab your paddle, meet up with others, and enjoy a fun way to stay active.

Mondays & Wednesdays : 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Register for casual pickleball at Bayview Education Centre in Port Hood, running Mondays & Wednesdays (7:00 - 8:30 p.m.) from September to January. Once registered, you can come play twice a week whenever it works for you—no commitment to attend every session! Grab your paddle, meet up with others, and enjoy a fun way to stay active.

Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Register for casual pickleball at Whycocomagh Education Centre, running Thursdays (6:30 - 8:00 p.m.) from September to January. Once registered, you can come play whenever it works for you—no commitment to attend every session! Grab your paddle, meet up with others, and enjoy a fun way to stay active.

Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

Register for casual Volleyball Play at Bayview Education Centre in Port Hood every Tuesday (7:00 - 8:30 p.m.) from September to January. Once registered, you can come play weekly whenever it works for you—no commitment to attend every session! 

Note: Sessions will not take place when school is closed due to holidays, weather, or other school closures.

Note: The school is closed for winter break from December 18 to Jan 4.

AFTER THE BELL FOR KIDS

Wednesdays from 4:00–5:30 p.m.
Barrington RecPlex
Ages 6–10

When the school bell rings, the fun begins!

After the Bell for Kids gives children an opportunity to enjoy crafts, games, and a variety of engaging activities in a welcoming recreation environment.

Each week, participants can create, move, play, try something new, and spend time with friends. Activities will vary, keeping Wednesday afternoons fresh, active, and fun.

This program is open to boys and girls, ages 5-7 years, who are born 2019, 2020, 2021 & enrolled in school.  During this program, players will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and have active play time.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings, 8:30-9:30 am in the StFX Gymnasium.  Cost: $150

This program is open to boys and girls, ages 5-7 years, who are born 2019, 2020, 2021 & enrolled in school.  During this program, players will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and have active play time.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings, 8:30-9:30 am in the StFX Gymnasium.  Cost: $150

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 .

This U10 Boys program is open to boys, born in 2017 & 2018.  During this program athletes will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and engage in scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills Basketball program. It consists of 12 sessions, October 24th - February 20th.  Practice times will take place Saturday mornings 9:40-10:40am in the STFX gymnasium. Cost $150

Boys registered in this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U10 Junior X-Men team, if they are interested in competitive play. The team will practice once/twice per week and sessions will begin in late September / early October. This involves travel and an additional fee for players on the team (in addition to the $150 initial registration fee).

This U10 Girls program is open to girls, born in 2017 & 2018.  During this program athletes will get the opportunity to develop basic fundamental basketball skills and engage in scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills Basketball program. It consists of 12 sessions, October 24th -February 20th. Practice is TENTATIVELY scheduled to take place Saturday mornings, 9:40-10:40am in the STFX Aux gymnasium. Cost $150

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

In addition to Saturday/Tuesday, girls registered in this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U10 Junior X-Women team, if they are interested in competitive play. The team will practice once/twice per week and sessions will begin in October. This involves travel and an additional fee for players on the team (in addition to the $150 initial registration fee).

This registration is open to girls born 2013, 2014, 2015 or 2016.  There are recreational and competitive team programs. 

During the recreational program, athletes will get to develop fundamental basketball skills through drills and scrimmages, in AMBA's Saturday Skills program. It consists of 12 sessions October 24th, 2026 -February 20th, 2027. The practice time will take place Saturday mornings, 10:50-12:00pm in the STFX gymnasium.  Fee is $150.

This year, AMBA will add an additional "girls only" weekly session on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:45 PM at the AEC from October 27^th to February 23rd. There is no additional cost for this program. Girls who attend Tuesday evenings are still eligible to attend on Saturday mornings at their respective time. Tuesday evening basketball will be for all girls aged 5-11, born in years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Girls registered for this program will have the opportunity to try out for the U12 Junior X-Women (born 2015 & 2016) or U14 Junior X-Women (born 2013 & 2014) teams, if they are interested in competitive play. The teams will practice approximately 2-3 times per week and try outs will be held in early October.  This involves travel and there is an additional fee for players selected to the team.

Annual membership

Includes: Access to all activity and program rooms during open times.
Free equipment loans
Full access to walking track
Access to drop-in programming (After school programs, seniors socials, pickleball, badminton, familiy play dates) 
Free access to public skates and swims

Annual membership

Includes: Access to all activity and program rooms during open times.
Free equipment loans
Full access to walking track
Access to drop-in programming (After school programs, seniors socials, pickleball, badminton, familiy play dates) 
Free access to public skates and swims

Annual membership

Includes: Access to all activity and program rooms during open times.
Free equipment loans
Full access to walking track
Access to drop-in programming (After school programs, seniors socials, pickleball, badminton, familiy play dates) 
Free access to public skates and swims