COVID-19 Update (November 4, 2021)
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Panorama Recreation has followed the guidelines and orders set out by the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) and other governing bodies, including WorkSafeBC, Island Health, British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA), and the Lifesaving Society.
As we continue to follow orders from the PHO proof of vaccination with government issued ID if 19 years and older is required for the following:
- All spectators 12 years and older viewing any indoor activities, including the pool, regardless of spectator numbers
- Individuals 12 years and older participating in public skating sessions with the exception of teen skate and youth stick & puck
- Adults participating in parent & child programs ie. Kindergym, skating lessons, dance
- Indoor fitness/dance/yoga classes (12 years and older)
- Weight room access (Restricted to 15 years and older. 13 years+ who have taken the Regional Weight Room Orientation course may attend)
- Indoor adult sport participation and rentals – pickleball, tennis, squash hockey, shinny, etc.
- 12-21 year old participants in sport/recreation intended for adults must provide proof of vaccination. For example, 18-year-olds attending adult stick and puck
According to the PHO we must ensure those utilizing select facilities/programs have received the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Proof of vaccination is not required for:
- Pool usage including aquafit, swim lessons and lap swimming
- Youth indoor sport participants (21 years and under)
- General facility access/use such as washrooms, change rooms, showers, drop off and pick up
- Adult recreation programs under 50 person capacity (pottery, art)
- Childcare and afterschool care programs
- Youth skating programs and lessons (excluding adults in parent & child lessons)
- Outdoor sports or gatherings
Additionally, patrons must wear a mask in common and public areas (including hallways, washrooms and change rooms) when not engaged in physical activity. This mask requirement applies to those born 2016 or earlier (5+), regardless of vaccination status.
Be sure to plan ahead and bring proof of vaccination, government-issued photo ID if 19 years and older, a mask, and allow extra time for you visit to accommodate these changes.
Please continue to follow the health guidelines of practicing careful social contact.
Program Registration
Registration is available online and by phone for the line of up of great programs we are offering this fall and winter. For phone-in registrations please call 250.656.7271 ext. 0, Monday to Friday, 6am – 10pm. Saturday & Sunday, 6am - 9:30pm.
Winter Wonderland
Get together with your friends and family and immerse yourselves in a Winter Wonderland on ice from December 18th to 30th! Drop-in for one of the daily festive public skates from 11am – 3pm. Read more >>
We Are Hiring!
Panorama Recreation is looking for creative and energetic people to join our team. We offer a fun and dynamic workplace with great wages and employee benefits.
A variety of positions are available including Lifeguard/Swim Instructors and an Early Childhood Education Assistant for our licensed preschool, The Owls Nest. Read more >>
Jumpstart Inclusive Multisport Court
With support and funding from Greater Victoria Canadian Tire Dealers, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is gifting the Peninsula Recreation Commission a 13,200 square foot Jumpstart Inclusive Multisport Court through its Inclusive Play Project Read more >>
Inclusion and Accessibility
We believe that everyone should have an opportunity to participate in recreation activities, and with that, are committed to providing supports and services for community members that work to minimize barriers and encourage participation. We look forward to continuing to support the needs of our ever changing community. Saanich Peninsula residents may apply for a Leisure Assistant Pass with Panorama Recreation. Read more >>
Safe Spaces
A safe space is a space where the LGBTQI+ community can freely express themselves without fear. It is a space that does not tolerate violence, bullying, or hate speech towards the LGBTQI+ community. Read more >>
COVID-19 Information
For more information about the CRD’s response to COVID-19, please visit www.crd.bc.ca/covid