What's New with Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation
Bike Park Construction Underway
Construction is in progress on the Salt Spring Lions Commemorative Bike Park in the southeast corner of Mouat Park. Take a look at the progress. Trail building is expected to last through July with the goal of opening the Bike Park to young riders in August. Additional fencing, landscaping and habitat restoration work will carry onto into the fall. Read more >>
Community Open House For Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
The Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation Commission (PARC) invites the public to provide further input to update the 2009 Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan by attending a community open house. Join us on Tuesday June 19th from 4 - 6pm at the Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre, 262 Rainbow Road. See what we heard through stakeholder workshops and a community survey and provide further input as we prioritize the long-term program and facility needs for the community.
Free Event - StoryWalk®
StoryWalk is an exciting program designed to bring literacy and the outdoors together for both children and adults to enjoy. Follow the story through Mouat Park, towards the Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre. School groups and daycares are welcome. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This self-led program is brought to you by Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation and the Salt Spring Island Public Library.
The following Friday, 10am – 5pm:
- July 20 - Duck in a Truck
Location: Salt Spring Public Library
Revised Bike Park Design Plan
A revised design plan has been created for the Salt Spring Lions Commemorative Bike Park and will be considered by Salt Spring Island Park and Recreation Commission (PARC) on Monday, May 14th at 5pm at the Portlock Park Meeting Room located at 145 Vesuvius Bay Road. Read
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The Pool is Open
The aquatic centre is now open following our three week annual maintenance closure. The pool will regularly be open on Saturdays from 7:30am - 3pm.
Spring/Summer Parks and Recreation Guide
SSIPARC's Spring/Summer Parks and Recreation Guide is now available, register early to ensure your spot.
Register Online For SSIPARC Programs
Online registration is now available to serve you better. Just follow the steps below log in or create your account to view courses online and to register.
- Browse Activities
- Select Program
- Create an account or log in to your existing account
- Select Payment Option and complete your registration.
- Once registration is complete a receipt and confirmation will be emailed to you.
- Registration is only confirmed once payment is processed.