Looking to Volunteer?
Shared from the Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage: During times of great need, Nova Scotians are always there for one another. There are so many people in our neighbourhoods and communities who rely on non-profit organizations for important and necessary services, like meal delivery. And in turn, those organizations rely on the time and energy of their volunteers. This is especially true right now…read more
Call to Action
RFANS and RNS are proud to have partnered to develop this joint statement on the importance recreation and engaging the sector during these challenging times. We encourage you to share this message with your municipal councils, board of directors and other partners vital to your work.
Ice Rink Heat Recovery Webinar
CIMCO is offering a free webinar on Ice rink Heat Recovery on Wednesday, April 22. Register here
R-22 Phase Out – What to Consider
As R-22 is phased out in rinks, here is an information sheet to help guide you in what you need to consider when planning to replace the refrigerant or system. R-22 Information Sheet
The Recreational Trail Expansion Grant Program 2020-2021 UPDATE
**UPDATE APRIL 7TH, 2020 Recognizing the current COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges facing many trail stakeholders, CCH is extending the deadline to apply to the Recreational Trail Expansion Program from April 14, 2020 to April 30, 2020, 4:30 pm. The Recreational Trail Expansion Grant Program provides funding to community groups, municipalities, Mi’kmaq Band Councils, and not-for- profit organizations to develop new trails, expand recreational trails, and…read more
We want to help!
SURVEY – COVID-19 and Facility Operations The Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia (RFANS) is monitoring the impact of COVID-19 on our recreation and sport facilities. Your input is critically important and will let us communicate how the sector is managing at this time. Please fill out our survey, linked below, so RFANS can support recreation facilities and help provide information to government on the…read more
Atlantic Recreation & Facilities Conference and Trade Show Update
Due to the unprecedented effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the organizers of the Atlantic Recreation & Facilities Conference and Trade Show (ARFC) have concluded it is best to cancel the event scheduled for May 27th-29th, 2020 in St. John’s, NL. Our committee members are all currently abiding by a work-from-home protocol, so we kindly ask for your patience as we move forward with the process…read more
Do you have questions about Service Animals?
Have questions around service dog entry into your recreation facilities? Here are some answers! Check out the links below to learn about the Service Dog Act in Nova Scotia and Service Dogs Canada resources. Service Dog Act Nova Scotia Service Dogs Canada
A quick note on COVID-19 and your pool
RFANS recognizes that many recreational facilities have elected to shut down during this time but we wanted to share some information that may help those still operating or for your operations when you reopen. Water & Ice North America has addressed COVID-19 and your pool. Below is an email from Robert Hickey with information you may find helpful. “The phone calls are starting to come…read more
COVID-19 Update
RFANS is monitoring the evolving and changing situation with COVID-19. Currently our courses are still set to move forward but we will continue to vigilantly monitor health recommendations both nationally and provincially. Our top priority is the health and safety of our instructors and participants. We will continue to update as the situation changes. Here are some important documents to help reduce the spread of…read more