Recreation & Culture Committee
The Recreation & Culture Committee acts as an advisory body to the Township of Perry Council, regarding matters pertaining to recreation, culture, history, and community events. The Committee plans and coordinates various recreational activities within the Township, including the Family Day Skate Event, Softball & T-Ball, Ball Hockey, and much more. The Committee also helps to develop volunteer opportunities for students to be able to complete their high school community involvement hours.
The Committee meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office located at 1695 Emsdale Road. We encourage you to attend a meeting to provide your input and ideas which are essential to improving our community. **The Committee Meeting is scheduled for the second Monday of each month if a statutory holiday falls on the first Monday.
For further information, please contact the Municipal Office at 705-636-5941.
If you are looking for other events within the Almaguin Highlands, make sure you visit ExploreAlmaguin.ca!
Looking to grow your own fresh produce, connect with others, and enjoy the outdoors? Our Community Gardens Program is now accepting applications! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to cultivate your skills, share knowledge, and be part of the community space.
Garden plots are limited, and applications are only open to residents of the Township of Perry. For more information, please contact Amy at the Township Office.
Community Gardens Policy
Community Gardens Application Form
The 2026 Family Day Skate Event will be held from 12:30pm - 3:30pm on Monday, February 16 at the Emsdale Outdoor Rink.
The Recreation & Culture Committee holds a Family Day Skate Event annually on the Monday of Family Day weekend, weather permitting. This event is complete with a bonfire, barbecued hotdogs, hot chocolate, music, children's games, and public skating. The Fire Department will also be in attendance.
Looking to Volunteer? We are in need of assistance coaches and offer student volunteer hours! Contact the Township Office at 705-636-5941 for more information.
Ball Hockey is BACK in 2025!
"Family Friendly" co-ed ball hockey for ages 8 and up, including adults. Organized ball hockey is NON CONTACT.
Cost Per Person: $10
Runs: Tuesday Evenings, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - April 29, 2025 to June 3, 2025
Location: Emsdale Outdoor Ice Rink Pad, located at 25 Joseph Street in Emsdale.
Ball Hockey registration is now OPEN. Please complete the form below and submit, with payment, to the Municipal Office. Should you have any questions, please contact Amy Marshall at 705-636-5941.
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Are you a local artist looking to expand your exposure?!
Why not apply to have your artwork displayed at the Township of Perry Municipal Office/Information Centre. With numerous visitors each day, your artwork will help spruce up the Information Centre while increasing exposure to your artwork.
All sales from your display go directly to the artist. There is no display fee or application cost.
Exhibits are unsupervised and are accessible to the public during regular operating hours of the Municipal Office/Information Centre, or during special public events and Council Meetings. The Township is not responsible for the security of an exhibit. Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining their own insurance for the contents of their works.
Ownership of the art remains with the artist at all times.
A single piece of artwork shall not be displayed for a period longer than 3 months. An artist may only display their artwork a maximum of 2 times per year. Exhibitors are responsible for installing and removing their own artwork.
Along with the complete application form, the Township also requires:
- Details on the art to be displayed, including physical description and its "Title".
- At least 1 digital high-resolution image.
- The artist's phone number, email, and price of artwork.
Application for Temporary Public Art Display
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Municipal Office at 705-636-5941 or at info@townshipofperry.ca.