Getting outside & being active is more important than ever. Listen to our panelists share their experiences about making Sport Fields, Parks, Trails and Beaches accessible.  You’ll hear how a small NS town made their field of dreams a reality; how an inter-abled couple are inspiring us all to explore this beautiful (and increasingly more accessible) province. Panel: Doug Oliver Kev and Dee (AccessibleAdventurers) Register...read more

Understanding that access can be a barrier to recreation facilities we will hear from our panelists on what they did to make their environment as accessible as possible for persons of all abilities, and some learning moments from their experiences. Panel: Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2864326056114873871

Having the opportunity to engage within the arts and cultural experience is something that everybody should have access to; Our panellists  will talk about the social and physical environments of theatres, museums, and virtual art platforms to promote accessible shared spaces. Panel: Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4785239940048854031

Sport brings people together, and no one should feel like the environment is a barrier to their participation. Our panelists will focus on the physical environments of courts, playgrounds and sport fields to promote accessibility for persons of all abilities. Panel: Julie Martin Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4580215106329108239

What’s meaningful accessibility? It’s when someone goes the extra mile to ensure that their space is more than just the basics of accessibility, it’s when creativity and collaboration are used to create a meaningful experience. Our panelists will showcase how they went above-and-beyond the basics to making a space accessible for everybody. Panel: David Legg Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone....read more

This panel discussion will focus on the aspects of creating welcoming environments to promote inclusive and accessible recreation and sport spaces and the impact this has on the participants experience. Panel: Stu McReynolds Ryan Shay Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5310783408381631759

TBA

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To join this session please email rfans@sportnovascotia.ca for the link.  RFANS wants to catch up! We are offering another round of Town Hall Meetings in January so we can follow up with everyone. What is happening in facilities? How are we all making out with our new protocols and re-opening plans? Do you have questions or concerns we can help address? Join us during on...read more

To join this session please email rfans@sportnovascotia.ca for the link.  RFANS wants to catch up! We are offering another round of Town Hall Meetings in January so we can follow up with everyone. What is happening in facilities? How are we all making out with our new protocols and re-opening plans? Do you have questions or concerns we can help address? Join us during on...read more

To join this session please email rfans@sportnovascotia.ca for the link.  RFANS wants to catch up! We are offering another round of Town Hall Meetings in January so we can follow up with everyone. What is happening in facilities? How are we all making out with our new protocols and re-opening plans? Do you have questions or concerns we can help address? Join us during on...read more

Attention RFANS Members: Our Annual General Meeting is happening virtually this year on June 16th from 1-2pm, and we’d love for you to join us and cast your vote. You must register to attend. Please click on this link to register. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtf-GqpzMvEtZhRQtpQ9vQPnfVfvDNhG6M For more info please contact Jennie Greencorn at rfans@sportnovascotia.ca. Deadline to RSVP: June 15th at 4pm. We are seeking nominations for the following...read more

Have up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge about playground safety and by confirming this knowledge through the completion of the Playground Inspector Certification courses.

The CPO® course of the National Swimming Pool Foundation has been designed specifically for pool operators.  The CPO® course provides pool managers and operators with the practical and technical information they require to safely and effectively maintain their pools.

This Sports Turf Canada course is designed to introduce the latest principles and techniques of managing and maintaining sports turf.

To attend the Annual General Meeting, you can RSVP by contacting Jennie Greencorn, Executive Director at rfans@sportnovascotia.ca. If more than one person is attending per membership, please designate one person to cast the vote and indicate who the person will be by the RSVP deadline of June 2nd, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. We are seeking nominations for the following board positions: Secretary (2- year term)...read more

The combination of these two courses will have participants participate in both classroom instruction and practical sessions and do a full two-day install, including making ice, marking lines, painting, logos and maintenance of artificial ice surfaces.

This position will support the Executive Director in overseeing the instructional course offering of RFANS including, but not limited to, scheduling, research, coordination, financial implementation, participant recruitment, quality control and evaluation of the Association’s programs and special events while implementing sustainable initiatives outlined by theAssociation’s strategic plan. Assisting with relationship-building and the identification of relevant stakeholders is also required. As this position involves a high...read more

The deadline for submitting all documents in response to The Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia (RFANS)  Request for Proposal to conduct a Training Needs Assessment for recreation and sport facilities in relation to facility operations within the province is due today by 4:00 pm

Join CIMCO Refrigeration and other ice rink managers for this action packed two-day conference, where you’ll hear from industry leaders, guest speakers, network with facility managers and municipal dignitaries and have the chance to win great prizes. The conference will focus on helping ice rink managers achieve their Net Zero goals, introduce them to the latest trends and innovations within the industry, and gain valuable...read more

The CPSI Playground Inspector Certification Course comes back to Halifax! Help ensure the safety of toddlers, children and youth across this country and in local neighbourhoods by having up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge about playground safety . Two days of of theory and two days of practical, with exams included.

The CPO® course of the National Swimming Pool Foundation has been designed specifically for pool operators.  The CPO® course provides pool managers and operators with the practical and technical information they require to safely and effectively maintain their pools.

Today is the deadline to register for the January 2024 enrolment for the Second-Class Refrigeration Arena Course. Visit our training page for forms and how to apply.

The Hockey Helmet Program will ensure that arenas can provide the proper headgear needed to participate in school-sponsored and public skates, increasing community participation and helping everyone stay active and safe. Applications will be accepted from recreation facilities (arenas), municipal recreation departments, and schools. Helmets are meant to be left on location for participants to use. ONE APPLICATION PER FACILITY PER YEAR ___________________________ Program owners...read more

The CPO® course of the National Swimming Pool Foundation has been designed specifically for pool operators.  The CPO® course provides pool managers and operators with the practical and technical information they require to safely and effectively maintain their pools.