Sports Turf Management and Maintenance Course CANCELLED
This Sports Turf Canada course is designed to introduce the latest principles and techniques of managing and maintaining natural sports turf. The course will be of interest to those who manage or maintain sports turf, other turf areas, and those who wish to develop additional knowledge and skills in this important field. The course offers a range of options to deal with issues such as...read more
WEBINAR – New CSA Playspace Requirements and COVID-19
This course will review 20 major changes present in the 2020 edition of the CSA Standard, as well as, how to re-open playspaces under COVID-19. This 2020 edition of CSA Z614 supersedes the previous editions, published in 2014, 2007, 2003, 1998, and 1990. See flyer here. More details here.
WEBINAR – Q&A Webinar with Communities, Culture & Heritage
Join RFANS and our Government partners at Communities, Culture & Heritage for a Question & Answer Session. Robin Norrie and Meg Cuming will answer your questions and provide clarification on any details around reopening, guidelines and more! To ensure your questions get answered please send them to rfans@sportnovascotia.ca by Monday, June 22nd at 12pm noon. If there is time during the session we will take some questions...read more
WEBINAR – Infection Prevention & Control in The Recreational Facility Setting
An informative session designed to engage and educate facility management staff from ALL organizational levels about the latest developments in infection prevention and control (IP&C) and how to adapt learnings from healthcare to the recreational facility setting. This online presentation will provide overviews of: Key IP&C concepts, including up-to-date details regarding COVID-19 IP&C product evaluation and selection criteria IP&C procedures and auditing methods Emerging trends...read more
WEBINAR – Rationale for the Delivery of Public Leisure Services
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WEBINAR Indoor Air Quality for Recreation Facilities
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WEBINAR – The Journey to Reopening Nova Scotia Recreation and Sport Facilities
RFANS has gathered together a panel of local recreation and sport facility operators and managers to discuss what they have learned over the past month since their reopening. For more details and to register click here.
WEBINAR – Drivers of Change
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WEBINAR – RFANS Q&A Session with Arenas and Government
Thursday, August 27th, 2020 at 1:00pm Are you an arena preparing to reopen or a sport organization with questions about arena facility protocol for this fall? Join us on Thursday for a Q&A session with a panel from local arenas as well as representation from government. We ask that questions be submitted to rfans@sportnovascotia.ca prior to the webinar. Deadline for questions is August 27th at 10:00am. We...read more
Annual General Meeting
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Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
Course Details Date: September 9th – 11th, 2020 Location: Cole Harbour Place, Dartmouth Instructor: Robert Hickey, Water & Ice North America Inc. Cost: Member – $519.95+HST; Non-Member – $599.95+HST Registration Deadline: August 26th, 2020 To register and for more details click here.
Ice Making and Painting Technologies CANCELLED
Pictou County Wellness Centre 2756 Westville Rd #2, New Glasgow, NSCreating a durable sheet of ice requires a clear understanding of the ice making venue and its mechanical ability and limitations. This environment will include basic yet essential scientific principles surrounding air, water, ice paint, logo materials and HVAC-R systems. Building on the theory gained in the refrigeration classes, this course will enhance the participants’ knowledge, while increasing their operational effectiveness through a clear understanding...read more
WEBINAR – Fees and Charges
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RFANS Board Meeting
Sport Nova Scotia Office
WEBINAR – Gathering limits – a chance to discuss and ask questions!
Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Michelle Aucoin, Director, Provincial Services, Communities, Culture & Heritage will present on the details of the sport and cultural activity limit increase to 50 set to go into effect October 1st. Clarification will be provided on what this means for recreation and sport facilities and who is and is not affected by this increase. Rosalyn Smith, Halifax Regional...read more
Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference -Trails, Beaches and Parks
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
Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference – Arenas, Community Halls and Pools
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
Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference – Arts and Cultural Built Environment
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
Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference – Courts, Playgrounds and Sport Fields
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
Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference – Meaningful accessibility
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
WEBINAR – Measuring What Matters
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Influencing the Shift 2.0 Virtual Conference – Welcoming Environments and Experiences
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
WEBINAR – Effective Public Engagement Strategies
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Second Class Refrigeration
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South Shore & Valley Region Town Hall Meeting
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
Central & Fundy Region Town Hall Meeting
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
Highland & Cape Breton Region Town Hall Meeting
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
RFANS Annual General Meeting
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
Playground Inspector Certification Course
Tantramar Civic Center 182 Main St., Sackville, New BrunswickHave up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge about playground safety and by confirming this knowledge through the completion of the Playground Inspector Certification courses.
Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
Cumberland YMCA 92 Church St., Amherst, Nova ScotiaThe 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.
Sports Turf Management and Maintenance Course(s)
RBC Centre 259 Commodore Drive, Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaThis Sports Turf Canada course is designed to introduce the latest principles and techniques of managing and maintaining sports turf.
Annual General Meeting
VirtualTo 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
Arena Level 1 & Ice Maintenance Combined Course
RBC Centre 259 Commodore Drive, Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaThe 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.
Technical Director Application Deadline At 4PM
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
RFP Submission Deadline
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
Innovation Day 2023 Conference by CIMCO
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
Playground Inspector Certification Course
Future Inns Halifax Hotel and Conference Centre 30 Fairfax Drive, Halifax, Nova ScotiaThe 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.
Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
Zatzman Sportsplex 110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaThe 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.
Second-Class Refrigeration Arena Course Deadline
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.
Applications open for ’24/’25 Helmets and AEDs
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
Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
SAERC Pool 304 Pitt Street, Port Hawkesbury, Nova ScotiaThe 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.
Building Maintenance Level 1 Course
RBC Centre 259 Commodore Drive, Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaThis one-and-a-half-day course covers these areas of facility operation; preventive maintenance, life cycle planning, thermodynamics, HVAC / boiler operation and mechanical maintenance, basic carpentry, painting, basic electricity, plumbing, and facility safety.
5th Atlantic Recreation & Facility Conference
Delta Fredericton 225 Woodstock Road, Fredericton, New BrunswickThis exciting Atlantic gathering dedicated to Recreation and Facilities will have keynote speakers, sessions and roundtables focusing on professional development and growth, a trade show focused on programming and purchasing opportunities, along with social events creating opportunities for collaboration and networking. With 49 exhibitors from across North America, the 2024 ARFC Trade Show will showcase and demonstrate the latest products, services, and market trends affecting...read more
Annual General Meeting
VirtualTo 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 5, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. We are seeking nominations for the following board positions: President (2- year term)...read more
Arena Level 1 & Ice Maintenance Combined Course
Pictou County Wellness Centre 2756 Westville Rd #2, New Glasgow, NSThe combination of the Arena Level 1 and the Ice Maintenance course 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.
Certified Pool Operators (CPO) Course
East Hants Aquatic Centre 14 Commerce Ct,, Elmsdale, Nova ScotiaThe CPO® course provides pool managers and operators with the practical and technical information they require to maintain their pools safely and effectively.
2024 Operators and Power Engineers Conference of Nova Scotia
November 6-7, 2024 Best Western Plus 15 Spectacle Lake Dr., Dartmouth, NS $165.00 As our profession evolves, so do the educational needs of Plant Owners, Power Engineers, and Maintenance Professionals who operate and maintain our plants in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. The Power Engineering Field is evolving daily, and the 2024 Operators and Power Engineers Conference is the best way to stay current...read more
Leadership Development Summit for Senior Management
Four Points Sheraton 1496 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova ScotiaJoin facility managers from the Atlantic Region for a two-day summit with some of the best leaders and educators in facility management. The summit will address core competency development, provide practical guidance using real-life scenarios, and provide time for reflection and learning from others.