We're launching a new recreation registration platform on April 1, 2025
Summer camp registration will take place on the new registration platform on Monday, April 14, 2025. Available summer camps will become visible on April 1, 2025. Please call the Recreation Registration Line at 902.490.6666 or visit the front desk staff at your local municipal recreation facility with any questions or support inquiries.
- If you do not have an active facility membership at one of our municipal recreation centres, the Canada Games Centre, Cole Harbour Place, the St. Margaret's Centre or Zatzman Sportsplex, you will need to create a new profile.
- If you have an active facility membership at one of our municipal recreation centres, the Canada Games Centre, Cole Harbour Place, the St. Margaret's Centre or Zatzman Sportsplex, your profile information has been transitioned to the new platform.
- Note: You will need to set up a new password and link your payment information to your new profile if you wish to complete online transactions.
- Note: The minimum password length is 8 characters and it must contain uppercase, lowercase, a number and a punctuation mark.
- All facility members will receive this email coming from Halifax Regional Municipality <communication@xplorrecreation.com>:
How to create your new profile on the new registration platform
How to create your new profile (English)
Comment créer un profil ou un compte client (French)
Як створити профіль/обліковий запис клієнта (Ukrainian)
ਗਾਹਕ ਪ੍ਰੋਫਾਈਲ/ਖਾਤਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਬਣਾਉਣਾ ਹੈ (Punjabi)
كيفية إنشاء ملف تعريف/حساب عميل (Arabic)
如何创建用户档案/账号 (Chinese - Mandarin)
How to register for a program on the new registration platform
How to register for a program - English
Other languages coming before registration.
How to register for a program - French
How to register for a program - Ukrainian
How to register for a program - Punjabi
How to register for a program - Arabic
How to register for a program - Mandarin
Recreation programs & services
Until June 30, 2025 you can still access the old system online, in-person or by phone to register or withdraw from spring programs, or to make rental payments. Plus, until March 31, 2025 you can book drop-ins with the old system.
At these locations:
- Bedford Hammonds Plains Community Centre
- Chocolate Lake Community Centre
- Captain William Spry Community Centre
- Findlay Community Centre
- Gordon R. Snow Community Centre
- Musquodoboit Harbour Community Centre
- North Preston Community Centre
- Sackville Sports Stadium
- Sheet Harbour Recreation Office
Registration for Spring 2025
- Recreation Programs, swimming and skating is now ongoing (in the old registration system)
Registration for Summer Camps 2025
- Monday, April 14, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. for Summer Camps (in the new registration system)
- Monday, April 14, 2025, beginning at 10:00 a.m. for Summer Inclusion Support requests (in the new registration system)
Please Note:
- Registration for the Canada Games Centre, Cole Harbour Place, Zatzman Sportsplex and St Margaret’s Centre takes place on different dates and times. Please visit their websites directly for their registration information.
- Indoor pools include Sackville Sports Stadium, Needham Centre, and Captain William Spry. Outdoor pools include Halifax Commons Pool, Bedford Outdoor Pool, and Cole Harbour Outdoor Pool.
To preview the upcoming recreation programs available in your community, click on the program PDFs below. The programs are organized by area and, in some unique cases, by activity. Visit MyRec to register. Note: some program fees and/or details may change over the course of registration.
For questions, please call our registration line at 902-490-6666 or visit our front desk staff at your local recreation facility. Get information about recreation program fee changes.
Program descriptions and information can be found in our Program Description Reference Guide.
Dutch Settlement through Musquodoboit Valley
We offer recreation programs at municipal recreation centres that are owned and operated by the municipality. You can register online by logging in or creating a new account. You can also search for a program or location.
To register in-person visit your nearest HRM-owned and operated Recreation Centre.
To register by phone call our recreation line at 902-490-6666. See the table below for the hours of operation for the phone line. Should you require assistance outside of the hours noted in the table below please contact your local HRM-owned and operated Recreation Centre.
| Seasonal Operating Hours | September 1 - June 30 | 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Monday - Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Operating Hours | September 1 - June 30 | 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | Monday - Thursday |
| - | - | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Friday |
| - | - | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Saturday |
| Summer Hours | July 1 - August 31 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Monday - Friday |
Did you know?
Advanced, online, activity bookings for the pools at the Sackville Sports Stadium, Captain William Spry Community Centre & Needham Community Centre are no longer required. You can just show up! First come, first serve.
Video Tutorials for MyRec - Rentals
Inclusive Play
The municipality is committed to providing safe & accessible programs for everyone to enjoy. View information about the inclusion support process for our recreation programs. Check out the Playbook for information on inclusive sport and recreation opportunities and resources throughout the province. View our Inclusion Process brochure.
Stay connected
To stay updated on recreation opportunities:
- Follow @hfxnextgen on Instagram for everything we offer for youth
- Contact your local municipal recreation centre
- Opt-in to receiving recreation emails through your MyRec account
- Email your questions or comments