Program Registration

Updated - October 25, 2021

We are happy to announce pre-registration for drop-in activities at the Orillia Recreation Centre is no longer required and will be phased out as of Monday, October 25th. Note, all current pre-registrations up to October 31, 2021 will be honoured. Walk-ins are now welcome into all drop-in programs, space permitting. Thank you for your patience as we navigated through pre-registration over this past year.

This change brings new processes at the Orillia Recreation Centre. Patrons are still be required to show proof of vaccination with ID stating name and date of birth upon entry. Please note, your membership card will not be accepted.

Drop-in Programs:

• Visit www.orillia.ca/active for our drop-in schedule.
• View our drop-in schedule online prior to attending your program, as schedules are subject      to change without notice.
• Check in for your drop-in program now takes place at the front reception desk.
• Drop-in program spots are available on a first come, first served basis no more than 60 minutes prior to the program.
• If you are currently pre-registered in an upcoming drop-in program, your spot is secured.

Please note the check-in procedure for registered programs has not changed.

Fun Pass Holders:

As of Monday, October 25, 2021 members will be required to scan their membership card at the front desk. If you do not yet have your membership card, please drop by the front desk on your next visit.

Proof of Vaccination

Beginning September 22, 2021: The Province has implemented a vaccine requirement for all individuals entering recreation facilities.

All participants, parents/guardians and spectators will be required to show proof of double vaccination (second dose received at least 14 days prior to visit) or a letter stating a medical exemption* each time they enter a recreation facility, with the following exemptions:

• Children under the age of 12
• Youth under the age of 18 who are actively participating in an organized sport

One of the following documents must be provided to confirm proof of vaccination:

• An Ontario vaccination receipt from a vaccine clinic (printed copy)
• A vaccination receipt signed by an Indigenous Health Provider
• An Ontario Ministry of Health vaccination receipt received by email following your appointment (digital or printed copy)
• Downloaded vaccination receipt from Ontario’s provincial booking portal
• A vaccination receipt from another jurisdiction that shows the holder is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 

Identification Documents

Supporting identification documents must be presented that show the name and date of birth of the individual:

• Birth certificate
• Citizenship card
• Driver’s license
• Government (Ontario or other) issued identification card, including health card
• Indian Status Card/Indigenous Membership Card
• Passport
• Permanent Resident card. 

*Medical Exemptions

Written medical exemptions must include the following:

• First and last name of the person with the medical exemption
• The physician or registered nurse’s information including:
• Name and contact information of physician or registered nurse
• Logo or letterhead identifying the physician or registered nurse
• Statement that there is a medical reason for the individuals exemption
• Effective time-period for the medical exemption 

Process for Entering a Recreation Facility as of September 22, 2021

1. Participant and parent/guardian is required to complete the facility entrance screening (similar to our current process)
2. Participant is required to confirm their name on the program roster. If under the age of 18, proceed to your program. If over the age of 18, provide proof of vaccination and identification document
3. Parent/Guardian/Spector – if under the age of 12, provide identification document.  If 12 years and older, provide proof of vaccination and identification document 

We understand this process will be confusing and time consuming in the beginning. Please arrive up to 15 minutes prior to the start of your program with all necessary documents. If you are unable to attend your program due to this vaccine requirement, please contact us at recreation@orillia.ca. Please note that due to a high volume of inquiries, our response time may be delayed. 

Click the SUN logo to register for programs and drop-ins.

Facility User Group participants are required to complete the Facility Waiver Form each time you enter a recreation facility. The Facility Waiver Form can be completed online using the link below. Hard copies of the Facility Wavier Form are available at each recreation facility.  

 User Group Facility Waiver Form

Protocols!

Our staff are working to ensure the quality you have come to expect in our programs is being maintained while still keeping your health and safety top of mind. We ask for your patience as we navigate this new world of recreation programming.  For more information regarding what to expect at your upcoming programming, how to register and safety protocols check out the Orillia Recreation Centre page.