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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NIA0497 | Last Modified: 22 Sep 2020 | Last Full Update: 22 Sep 2020 |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-735-1700 ; General registration information ext 4000 |
| Fax | 905-732-6187 |
| recreation@welland.ca | |
| Website | www.welland.ca |
| Social Media |   |
| Primary Contact | Richard Dalton, Manager, Recreation and Culture; Phone: 905-735-1700 ext 4007; Email: richard.dalton@welland.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Amanda Degazio, Supervisor Customer Service / Administration; Phone: 905-735-1700 ext 4008; Email: amanda.degazio@welland.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Krista Bowie, Community Development/Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 905-735-1700 ext 4012 |
| Site Details | |
| Areas Served | Welland |
| Located In Community | Welland |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | King St and Lincoln St |
| Service and Access Details | |
| Description (Service) | Facilitates the farmer's market, Welland Arenas and the Welland Community Wellness Complex. Coordinates recreation and leisure needs of Welland residents in partnership with sports/recreation/culture groups. Provides: * general interest courses and workshops for residents from preschool age to seniors - includes classes and workshops for parents and children to interact together and with others * volunteer training and educational opportunities and community special events * information on city-wide events and activities on website and Facebook page Available (during regular operating hours) as a warming centre when temperatures drop below -15ºC. |
| Hours | COVID-19: Mon-Fri 9 am-2 pm, 5 pm-9 pm * Sat-Sun 9 am-2 pm Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm * Sat 8 am-3 pm * Sun 11 am-3 pm |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Apply in person |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership ; Program ; Fee assistance available for Welland families experiencing financial difficulties ; assistance is provided by Wellness for All fund. |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (10) Local Government |
| Service Categories | Extreme Cold Warming Centres ; Neighbourhood Multipurpose Centres ; Public Parks ; Recreation Centres ; Swimming/Swimming Lessons ; Volunteer Opportunities ; Volunteer Program Development/Implementation Support |
| Print Material | A guide to leisure and recreational opportunities called the "Wellness Guide" is released by the department twice a year. Copies are available at the Welland Community Wellness Complex, the Welland Public Library and City Hall. Also available online at www.welland.ca |