Recreation Programs

The guides are released around the same time each year online.

Winter Made Fun: Beginning of December

Spring Made Fun: Mid-February

Summer Splash: Beginning of March

Summer Made Fun: End of April

Fall Made Fun: Mid-August

How do wait lists work?

If you put yourself on a wait list, staff will notify you of an opening if it becomes available. This can be due to someone withdrawing or, occasionally, if we are able to open up more space.

Are any discounts available?

Occasionally, we offer promotional early bird discounts for certain programs. Watch for advertising in the rec guide, on social media, and in the section above. When we offer discounts, we lower the prices until the advertised due date so no coupon codes are required. Discounts cannot be applied after prices go up. We also offer a senior discount of 25% for anyone 55 years of age or older. This discount is automatically applied to your registration based on the birth date we have on file.

We endeavour to run all program as advertised, however occasionally programs need to be cancelled if the minimum enrolment is not met. Programs are dependent on instructor availability and program demand. We will decide if a program can run or not approximately one week before the start date. This allows registrants enough time to find another program. Please note that all programs have different minimums based on costs.

If the minimum amount of participants is not met on week prior to a program's start date, said program would be cancelled. Register early to avoid cancellations. If a course is cancelled, you will be contacted and a full refund will be issued to your account. 

If it is necessary to cancel a single class due to inclement weather, school board cancellations, pool closures, instructor illness, etc.,  every attempt will be made to reschedule the class. However, if the class cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated refund will be issued to your account. For last minute changes, we will do our best to contact participants via e-mail with the exception of mass weather cancellations. A decision is made to cancel a class due to weather after 3:00 p.m. and a notification can be found on our social media accounts.

Facebook  Instagram  

The Recreation, Youth and Culture Division reserves the right to withdraw, postpone, cancel or combine classes, to limit/increase registration, or change course locations at any time. Please note that credits left on your account will expire 24 months after the date of the original credit entry if not obtained.

There are two ways to apply to the program:

1. Download and print the application, then deliver or mail it to:
   Orillia Recreation Centre
   255 West Street South
   Orillia ON
   L3V 5G9
   Monthly FUN Pass Printable Application
   All-Access Day Pass Printable Application
2. Apply online: 
   Monthly FUN Pass Online Application
   All-Access Day Pass Online Application

Do I have to submit a separate application for each of my household family members?

No - you are welcome to submit one application per household. Please make sure to include all required information for EACH applicant.

My household doesn't meet the Low-Income Cut-off After Tax threshold - Am I still eligible to apply?

No - your household income must meet the Low-Income Cut-off After Tax threshold in order to be eligible for this financial assistance program.

I'm not a resident of Orillia - can I still apply?

No - this financial assistance program is for residents of Orillia and qualified Social service agencies that provide supports to residents of Orillia. In your application, you will be asked to submit documentation that confirms your address.

We encourage you to reach out to one of the 3rd party organizations that provide funding for eligible individuals:

• Jumpstart - https://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca/
• Youth Reach - https://youthreach.ca/
• We are the Villagers - https://watvnew.com/
• Catulpa Community Support Services - https://catulpa.on.ca/

When can I apply?

You can apply to the Recreation Financial Assistance Program at anytime. Please note, this pilot program was approved for two years, beginning in January of 2024.

Do I have to apply every month?

No - for both Fun Pass applications (Individuals) an All Access Day Pass applications (Social Service Agencies), you only have to apply to the program once per year.  Please note, the balance of your membership fees must be paid in full to activate the membership each month, or in advance of the day you plan to use your day pass.

What is included in a monthly Fun Pass (Individuals) and an All Access Day Pass (Social Service Agencies)?

To learn what each pass provides you access to, visit the Orillia Recreation Centre webpage.

What documentation is required for a Fun Pass (Individuals) application?

Applicants will be required to provide the following information to determine eligibility:

Documentation to confirm residency in the City of Orillia - Required for EACH adult, student* and senior:

*If a student lives in the same household as the main applicant, they do not need to provide separate documentation. If they live at a different address than the main applicant, or if they are applying for themselves, they must submit this documentation.

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License, or Ontario Photo Card, or;
• Recent utility bill displaying the applicant’s name and residential address (within 3 months of application), or;
• Documentation confirming applicant’s status at the residential property (Lease agreement or Property Tax bill)

Documentation to confirm total family/household income - Must show TOTAL household income:

1. Tax Summary showing the total family/household income; and,
   • GST/HST Credit Notice, or;
   • ODSP Eligibility Card, or;
   • Ontario Works Notice, or;
   • CPP Disability Pension Statement, or;
   • Canada Customers and Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment Form (T451) showing net income/earning for all adults in the household, or;
   • Canada Child Benefit Notice, or;
   • Orillia Trillium Benefit Notice, or;
   • Old Age Security Pension Guaranteed Income Supplement

Documentation to confirm eligible dependents (if applicable, and if they live in the household):

• GST/HST Credit Notice, or;
• Canada Child Benefit Notice, or;
• Ontario Trillium Benefit Notice

Within 10 business days, a staff member will contact you advising you of the status of your application. Financial assistance is provided on a first come, first serve basis.

If there are not currently any more available subsidized Fun Passes available, your name will be added to a waitlist, in the order we received applications. You will be contacted if a space becomes available.

How do I pay for my FUN Pass or All-Access Day Passes once I'm approved?

The balance of the membership fees must be paid to activate the membership. Pre-purchased All-Access Day Passes and Monthly Fun Passes must be paid for in full, at the time of purchase. Payment can be made in person at the Customer Service Desk at the Orillia Recreation Centre. If your membership starts part way through the month, your rate will be prorated for that month.