SASKATOON — The city's 45 Summer Play Program Sites are set to kick off the summer season on Tuesday, July 4, and will run until Wednesday, Aug. 23.
Tailored for children aged two to 12, these free drop-in programs offer a range of activities, including water play, sports, games, and crafts. The summer play program will operate at 30 paddling pool locations and 15 spray pad locations throughout the city. To find a complete list of sites, visit saskatoon.ca/play.
During weekdays, the Play Programs will be available from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with shorter hours on Fridays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additionally, selected locations will host Weekend Play Programs on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., starting Saturday, July 8, until Sunday, August 20. Just so you know, the weekend program will also be open on Monday, August 7, during the August long weekend.
On the opening day, the paddling pools will undergo public health inspections, causing a slight delay in their opening. However, all collections are expected to be open by 3:00 p.m. on July 4. Dry programming will continue as scheduled. The paddling pools will operate within the Summer Play Program hours, but the fill and drain times may vary. Please consult the staff to confirm operating hours. All spray pads will be available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Parents and guardians are reminded that children under six must be supervised by an adult or a responsible youth aged 12 or older during the Play Program hours. To ensure the safety of preschool-age children in and around water, the city has implemented the following policy: "For every two preschoolers under the age of six, there must be one adult or responsible youth (12 years or older) within arm's length, supervising the preschoolers' water play and activity."
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/play.
Youth Centres
Saskatoon's 10 summer youth centres will commence operations on Tuesday, July 4, until August 16. These centres provide a welcoming environment for young individuals aged 12 to 16 to engage in sports and activities and socialize with friends under the supervision of qualified and enthusiastic leaders.
Admission to the Youth Centres is free. Unless stated otherwise, the hours of operation are from Monday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on Fridays, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed on Monday, August 7).
Youth Centre Locations:
- Confederation – Wâhkôhtowin School (3555 John A. Macdonald Road)
- Dundonald - St. Peter School (202 Sumner Crescent)
- Eastview - Pope John Paul School (3035 Arlington Ave.)
- Forest Grove - St. Volodymyr School (302 Kellough Road)
- Silverwood Heights – Brownell School (274 Russell Road)
MÈ TA WÈ TÀN Youth Centres:
- Holiday Park - St. John School (1205 Avenue N South)
- Pleasant Hill - St. Mary Wellness & Education Centre (327 Avenue N South)
- Westmount - Westmount School (411 Avenue J North)
Unique Focus Youth Centres:
These centres provide unique opportunities for self-expression through art projects, music, and theatre.
- Nutana (Arts Only) - Albert Community Centre (610 Clarence Avenue South) Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Lakeview (Sports Only) - Lakewood Civic Centre (1635 McKercher Drive) Monday to Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Travelling Sports Van:
Youth are encouraged to join the various sports and activities offered by skilled leaders who travel to different sites daily. The program will run from July 4 to 16 August 16 (cancelled on August 7).
The leaders will be present at the following locations and times:
- Kelsey Woodlawn (Dr. J Valens Park) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- River Landing (Next to the River Landing Concession, 409 3rd Ave. South) Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Briarwood (Briarwood Park, 602 Briarwood Road) Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Forest Grove (Les Kerr Park, 501 115th Street) Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Riversdale (Optimist Park – 413 Avenue J South) Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Confederation Park (Charlottetown Park, 3130 Laurier Drive) Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
For further information, please visit saskatoon.ca/youth.
