Recreation

It's Time To Have Fun!

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The Recreation Department hosts a range of activities throughout the year to suit all ages, interests, and abilities. You can learn more about some of our regular programs below. Programs change seasonally, so make sure to check out the current recreation guide for the most up-to-date programs on offer.

If you are interested in teaching a course or volunteering, please reach out!

Recreation Guide

View our current guide to see all of the programs we offer through the Recreation Centre.

Recreation Calendar

The District of Tofino is excited to bring you a variety of engaging and energizing drop-in programs! Join us for a variety of activities for all ages and interests. Discover new ways to stay active, connect with the community, and maximize your leisure time.⁠

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Events for July

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Events for August

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Qi Gong
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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North Chesterman Beach
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Qi Gong
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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North Chesterman Beach
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Qi Gong
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Qi Gong
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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North Chesterman Beach
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Qi Gong
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Qi Gong

North Chesterman Beach
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SMILE Program

The SMILE Program (Support Meals Improving Lives of Elders) is an initiative dedicated to enhancing the well-being and inclusion of seniors in the community.

Each Wednesday, the District of Tofino hosts a Seniors Social featuring a warm meal prepared by a local chef, followed by engaging activities like dance classes, art workshops, and presentations. The room is always full of excitement, with opportunities for skill sharing among participants—seniors teaching each other everything from watercolour painting to the benefits of meditation.

For those unable to attend the weekly gatherings, the District of Tofino partners with the Better at Home Program through the Pacific Rim Hospice Society to deliver meals and offer friendly visits to seniors who can not attend in person.

The SMILE Program is made possible through the support of the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Grant, the Better at Home Program, and the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust’s Eat West Coast program.

If you're interested in volunteering to prepare meals, package and label soups, or lead an activity, please reach out.

SMILE Program Calendar

FAQs

Contact


Ben MacKay, Recreation Programmer II

250-725-3229 ext.704

Email Ben 

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Kelsey Wallace, Recreation Programmer I

250-726-6146

Email Kelsey

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Bobby Lax, Recreation Programmer I

250-266-4979

Email Bobby

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Leah Austin, Recreation Programmer I

250-266-4951

Email Leah