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, the Farmer’s Market, 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.
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Thank you to all volunteers for making the 2024 Skate Event a success in Emsdale this year! Stay tuned for information on our 2025 event!
The Recreation & Culture Committee holds a Family Day Skate Event annually at the Novar Outdoor Rink (54 McCrandle Street), 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.
The Recreation and Culture Committee is currently working with local Pickleball Organizations and volunteers to start up a Pickleball League based out of the Emsdale Community Centre. More information to follow in 2024/2025!
Thank you to the players, coaches, volunteers, and parents for another successful 2024 Ball Season! Stay tuned for more information in early 2025 regarding next year's registration details. Way to go players!
2024 Travel Softball (Ages 8-15) REGISTRATION CLOSED
Runs: May 15 - July 20
Location: Novar Park, 54 McCrandle Street
Travel Softball registration is now closed. Should you have any questions, please contact Amy Marshall at 705-636-5941.
2024 House League Softball (Ages 8-15) REGISTRATION CLOSED
Runs: May 15 - July 20
Location: Novar Park, 54 McCrandle Street
House League Softball registration is now closed. Should you have any questions, please contact Amy Marshall at 705-636-5941.
2024 T-Ball (Ages 4-7) Registration Closed
Runs: July & August (dates to be confirmed)
Location: Novar Park, 54 McCrandle Street
T-Ball 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. Cost: $20 per child.
Registration will remain open until the program is full. A waitlist may be created if there is a need.
For more information or to register, contact the Township Office at 705-636-5941 or at admin@townshipofperry.ca.
2024 Registration Form
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.
*NEW for 2024*
The Recreation and Culture Committee will be hosting its first Mini Sticks Hockey Program in Novar this year!
Games of 3 on 3 will be played Sunday nights for 4 weeks starting on Sunday October 20th, 2024 at the Novar Community Centre.
Games: Start at 6:30 p.m.
3 Age Groups: 4-7, 8-12, and 13 & Up
Fee: $20 per player
Program: Sundays; October 20 - November 10
Join us on Sunday September 22 at the Novar Community Centre at 6:30 p.m. for a free night of fun to try out the program.
Registration Form is available here.
Contact Amy Marshall at the Municipal Office for further information or to register at 705-636-5941.