What's New at SEAPARC Leisure Complex
Outdoor Recreation Facilities Now Open
We are gradually reopening selected outdoor recreation facilities where appropriate physical distancing can be maintained. The Sooke Skate Park and Bike Park will open on Thursday, May 14th.The Stan Jones Ball Field remains closed to the public. Read more >>
The provincial government has announced their Restart Plan for BC. Recreation centre staff are working diligently to revise our programs and services to follow provincial health guidelines. Your health and safety will always be a priority. Stay tuned for more information.
DeMamiel Creek Golf Course Update
After careful consideration, the Sooke & Electoral Area Parks and Recreation Commission (SEAPARC) has now opened the golf course. Significant steps have been taken to support golfer and staff safety in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, and to meet provincial health guidelines while providing a safe outdoor recreation space for all. Staff will continue to actively monitor the status of the COVID-19 outbreak on a daily basis and adjust precautionary procedures as dictated by the Provincial Health Officer. Read more>>
SEAPARC Temporary Emergency Shelter
Please be advised that, under the direction of Emergency Management of BC, the SEAPARC arena will be utilized as a temporary self-isolation shelter to support local vulnerable populations. The site is currently being set up and will be opening soon.
Facility Closure
To support community health and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the SEAPARC Commission directed staff to close the recreation facility at 5pm on March 17th.
All SEAPARC recreation programs and services will cease until further notice. Membership passes will be extended. Programs scheduled during the closure have been cancelled and we are providing prorated refunds.
For more information about the CRD’s response to COVID-19, please visit www.crd.bc.ca/covid
SEAPARC Summer Program Registration Information
Registration for SEAPARC summer camps is now available. Due to the extraordinary current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, a decision has been made to restrict registration to summer camp programs only, as we understand that families may want to plan ahead for their summer care needs.
Registration is available online or by phone. As we remain closed and follow the direction of the Provincial Health Officer to stay home, in-person registration will not be available. Phone-in registration hours are Monday to Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm. The number to call is 250.642.8000.
As the situation surrounding COVID-19 continues to impact our community, SEAPARC will offer payment plan options for those in financial need who are wishing to register for summer camps. For more information on payment plan options and for those unable to pay by credit card, please contact us at 250.642.8000. If we are unable to proceed with any summer programs, a full refund will be provided.
Registration for all other programs that are noted in SEAPARC's Summer Active Living Guide including fitness, aquatic and community recreation, will be on hold until further notice.
Regional Leisure Assistant Pass Program
SEAPARC believes that everyone should have an opportunity to participate in recreation activities, and with that, are committed to providing services for community members that work to minimize barriers and encourage participation. Read more >>
SEAPARC Strategic Planning Study
Thank you to everyone who participated in the SEAPARC Strategic Planning process. The SEAPARC Strategic Plan 2015 final report is now available. Several key initiatives identified in the process have been incorporated to SEAPARC's plans for the next five years including a fitness gym expansion.