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activeOshawa
2021 Winter Online Recreation Program Guide
Register online
Register.Oshawa.ca
905-436-3311
Oshawa.ca/recreation
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activeOshawa at Home offers online programs this winter!
Learn, discover and play with activeOshawa at Home!
Recreation and Culture Services is excited to bring activeOshawa at Home to
you this winter with a great lineup of popular recreation and culture programs
tailored for an online environment. Our online programs are designed to
provide children and youth with a way to keep active, stay connected and
be engaged while participating from the comfort and safety of their own
home. In addition, back by popular demand our Camp2You Kits will continue
bringing the fun of camp home to you with themes including: Full STEM Ahead, I Heart Camp, Go for the
Gold, and Leaping Leprechauns this winter.
All of our programs are live-streamed by our talented City instructors using the Cisco WebEx platform; to
participate registrants will require a computer, laptop or tablet, a webcam, and an internet connection.
For additional details please refer to our general information section.
The City of Oshawa’s top priority remains the safety and health of our community members and staff
as we work together to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. In accordance with the province-wide
shutdown City of Oshawa recreation facilities are closed until further notice. Recreation and Culture
Services will use a phased approach for the reopening of programs and services, while ensuring
compliance with Provincial emergency orders and Durham Region Health guidelines. For the latest
updates on changes to services and programs, as well as frequently asked questions and resources, visit
the City’s COVID-19 Information and Updates webpage at Oshawa.ca/Coronavirus.
Registration Information
Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13
Online Registration - 24 hours, 7 days a week register.oshawa.ca
Hooray! It’s time to plan a birthday!
Virtual Birthday Parties Suitable for all ages
Looking for a birthday celebration idea? We are now offering virtual birthday parties! Pick up
your party kits from a City of Oshawa recreation facility for your guests and then join them online
for a staff led birthday party full of games and fun!
Location: Online
Booking Information:
Contact Meaghan MacDonald by email at MMacDonald@oshawa.ca or by phone at
905-436-3311 ext. 5401.
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General Information
Registration Refund Procedure
Complete your registration online at Full Refunds (or credits on account)
register.oshawa.ca. Having difficulty registering Participants will receive a full refund if:
online? Call us at 905-436-3311. Full payment is • The program is cancelled by Recreation and
required at the time of registration.
Culture Services
Registrations will not be accepted on accounts • The participant withdraws from a program seven
which have an outstanding balance. (7) days prior to the start of the program.
An administrative fee of $40 will be charged for all
payments returned by the bank. Cheques will not Partial Refunds (or credits on account)
be accepted as the replacement form of payment.
Participants will receive a partial refund if:
• A refund request is received and the participant
Program Changes withdraws from a program less than seven (7)
days prior to the program start date and before
The City of Oshawa reserves the right to cancel,
the second class.
postpone or combine classes, limit or increase
registration, as well as change the time, location or All partial refunds will be pro-rated on the
instructor, if required. percentage of the program remaining at the time
the refund request is received or the program is
cancelled, and subject to an $11 administration fee.
Prices in this Guide Administration fees are waived if the participant
accepts a credit on their account for the amount of
The fees listed include program fees and applicable
the eligible refund.
taxes. Some programs may require the purchase
of basic supplies (i.e. art supplies). A detailed list Refunds are not issued for refund requests received
will be emailed to registrants prior to the program after the second class of a program, unless for
starting for programs requiring supplies. medical reasons. In the case of medical reason, a
verified doctor’s note is require to be submitted at
All program fees are subject to change. Where the time of the request.
discrepancies in fees appear, the registration
system will be taken as the correct fee.
Age Specifications
Participants must be the correct age at the start of
Program Cancellations
the program.
Programs may be cancelled due to low registration,
or circumstances beyond our control. If this
situation occurs, you may transfer free of charge to Missed Classes
another program (subject to availability) or receive In the event a program registrant is unable to
a full credit or refund. attend a class, make-up classes will not be offered.
For more information about registration,
withdrawal and refund policies,
visit Oshawa.ca/activeOshawa.
Participants are encouraged to register online
at register.oshawa.ca.
If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact: Service Oshawa.
Telephone: 905-436-3311; email: service@oshawa.ca
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Waitlists
Participant Responsibilities
If your preferred program is full, we recommend
being placed on the waitlist. If a space becomes All participants are expected to do their part by
available registrants will be contacted in order showing respect for all people and property while
of being placed on the waitlist and offered the attending a City of Oshawa online program. Please
available space. There is no charge for being added report any incidents and
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to the waitlist. If you are already registered in a concerns to staff. Respect
program and wish to transfer to the now available Coarse language, bullying, Check
waitlisted program you may do so for no additional non-compliance, aggressive
charge. or inappropriate behaviour is not permitted. These
behaviours will be documented, reported and could
result in the removal of a participant from program.
Financial Assistance $
Oshawa residents may be eligible to receive
financial assistance based on annual income About Our Staff
to assist with the cost of participation in our All staff are carefully selected based on their
programs. The Access to Recreation - Recreation program/ professional experience, leadership skills,
Subsidy Programs have a variety of financial enthusiasm and sound judgment.
assistance programs for Oshawa residents wishing Qualifications include:
to access online programs. Verify your eligibility by • Extensive pre-program training
contacting a Supervisor at a recreation facility. For
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check
more information about the Access to Recreation
Program, visit Oshawa.ca/Subsidy.
At Home Supervision
Technology Requirements It is expected that all program participants 10 years
of age and under have a caregiver at home while
All programs will be live-streamed using the Cisco participating in online programs.
WbEx Platform. For the best experience
participating in our online programs participants
are asked to have/use the following: Communication
• An internet connection. • Program information will be sent by email and
• A laptop or tablet for optimal user experience. registrants will be contacted by phone the week
• Webcams may be required during some program prior to the start of the program.
participation, look for the webcam symbol.
• A headset or earphones to prevent background
noises and echo.
• Check your sound, microphone and camera to
make sure you are all set for your program.
• It is highly recommended to close all windows For more information and frequently asked
and tabs in your browser before joining the questions, visit Oshawa.ca/activeOshawa or
program. email onlineprograms@Oshawa.ca.
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Camp Programs
Camp2 You Theme Kits
These monthly kits are packed full of themed activities to keep campers busy at home. Each kit will contain
new items for campers to create, build and explore. Bring the fun of camp home. Curbside pick-ups are being
offered at Delpark Homes Centre and South Oshawa Community Centre between 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Be
sure to register for the Course ID at your preferred pick-up location.
Age: 4 to 13 years
Pickup location: Delpark Homes Centre or South Oshawa Community Centre
Theme Pick-up Pick-up - Delpark Homes Centre Pick-up - South Oshawa C.C. Price
Date Course ID Course ID
Full S.T.E.M. Ahead Jan 21 24349 24350 $6
I Heart Camp Feb 11 24351 24352 $6
Go for the Gold Feb 25 24396 24397 $6
Leapin’ Leprechauns Mar 11 24354 24353 $6
Dance Programs
Hip Hop i $ Ballet i $
Introduction to the steps and moves of hip hop Children will learn the basics of ballet in this non-
dancing through funky dance combinations. An competitive, structured program, focusing on fun,
informal online recital for family and friends will be improving balance, and basic body positions skills.
held at the end of the session. A mini online recital will be held during the last
class.
Junior: 3 to 6 years
Junior: 3 to 6 years
Location: Online
Youth: 7 to 12 years
Location: Online
Online Registration - 24 hours, 7 days a week
register.oshawa.ca
Program Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
Ballet - Junior 3-6 Y 5 Mon Feb 1 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 24339 $24.05
Hip Hop - Junior 3-6 Y 6 Tue Feb 2 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 24340 $28.86
Ballet - Youth 7-12 Y 5 Mon Feb 1 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. 24336 $24.05
Program is offered online. Webcam required. $ Eligible for financial assistance. i Inclusion Services Support available.
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General Interest Programs
Kid Connect i $
Join us online and connect with other kids while we play games, explore topics of interest and get
silly! Participants will be able to make new friends and engage with peers in this fun, engaging and
action packed program.
Junior: 4 to 6 years
Youth: 7 to 10 years
Location: Online
Program Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
Kid Connect 4-6 Y 5 Thu Feb 4 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 24398 $30.10
Kid Connect 7-10 Y 5 Thu Feb 4 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. 24399 $30.10
Preschool Programs
Ready, Set, Learn i $
Come along with us as we learn about counting, printing, art and early literacy skills. Take part in sharing
circles and individual activities that are theme based.
Age: 3 to 5 years
Location: Online
Program Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
Ready, Set, Learn 3-5 Y 6 Tue Feb 2 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. 24369 $39.06
Ready, Set, Learn 3-5 Y 6 Thu Feb 4 10:00 a.m -11:00 a.m. 24370 $39.06
Program is offered online. Webcam required. $ Eligible for financial assistance. i Inclusion Services Support available.
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activeOshawa Winter Online Recreation ProgramsSports Programs
Kids Fit i $
Join us in this fast paced fitness program. Whether you are missing physical education class, or trying to keep
up your physical conditioning, this class will challenge you and get you moving.
Age: 8 to 14 years
Location: Online
Program Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
Kids Fit 8-14 Y 6 Thu Feb 4 7:30 p.m. - 8:30p.m. 24374 $40.08
Leadership, Safety & First Aid Programs
When I’m Home Alone i $ Red Cross Babysitting Course i $
The course will help participants learn the skills Designed for youth who are, or want to become, a
required to stay home alone whether just after babysitter, the course covers safety tips for children
school or for longer periods of time. Topics covered of all ages, basic child care skills, and what to do in
include; getting home safely, communicating with case of an emergency. Please use both Course ID
parents, stranger safety, door and phone safety, codes when registering. Price includes manual fee.
staying productive and establishing your home Age: 11 years +
alone rules, kitchen hazards for beginners, fire Location: Online
safety, how to call EMS/911 and basic self first aid. Select these materials when registering:
Manual Code: 24394
Age: 9 to 12 years
Location: Online
Recreation Instructor-In-Training i $
This course prepares youth for opportunities in the
recreation work field by teaching resume building,
interview skills, program planning, child/group
management and leadership techniques.
Age: 13-16 years
Location: Online
Program Location Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
When I’m Home Alone Online 9-12 Y 2 Tu,We Feb 9 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. 24341 $30.04
Red Cross Babysitting Online 11+ 2 Tue Feb 16 4:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 24342 $49.49
Recreation
Online 13-16 Y 4 Mon Feb 8 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. 24343 $60.08
Instructor-In-Training
Program is offered online. Webcam required. $ Eligible for financial assistance. i Inclusion Services Support available.
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activeOshawa Winter Online Recreation ProgramsInclusion Support & Programs
Recreation Inclusion Support Program
The City of Oshawa is dedicated to providing accessible and inclusive recreation
opportunities for participants of all abilities via adapted and integrated events and programming.
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1:1 inclusion support is available for online programming, however is not guaranteed.
Caregivers are also welcome to provide support as appropriate to promote a successful
online experience.
How do I know if inclusion support is required?
Inclusion support may be beneficial if the participant:
• receives additional support at school
• engages in behaviour that could affect the safety of themselves or others
• is associated with a support agency
Participant information prior to start of programs:
To promote success all participants that access inclusion services are required to complete and return a
Participant Information Form, which can be found at Oshawa.ca/InclusionServices or by request from any
recreation facility.
Requesting Inclusion Support
For inclusion support requests, please email recinclusionservices@oshawa.ca.
Kids Fit i $ Paint Club i $
Get moving with this physical based program that Socialize with peers and be creative with a variety
will consist of a warm-up, gross motor activities in a of surfaces. Four to five projects will be completed
seated and standing position, active games, a cool during this course. Supplies will be provided.
down, stretches and even some healthy tips. Registrants will be contacted by the Inclusion
Services Coordinator to make arrangements for
Age: 6 to 12 years
pick-up of program supplies.
Location: Online
Ages: Junior 6 to 10 years, Youth 11+
Social Meet up i $ Location: Online
A fun and exciting online experience that promotes
participation and socialization. This program
offers a low ratio environment and a curriculum
that is tailored to the interests and strengths of
participants.
To register please contact the Inclusion Services
Coordinator at recinclusionservices@oshawa.ca.
Age: 7 to 19 years
Location: Online
Program Age Classes Day Start Date Time Course ID Price
Kids Fit 6-12 Y 6 Thu Feb 4 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. 24355 $67.50
Paint Club - Junior 6-10 Y 5 Mon Feb 1 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 24345 $56.25
Social Meet Up 7-19 Y 5 TBD TBD TBD TBD $56.25
Paint Club - Youth 11+ 5 Mon Feb 1 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 24346 $56.25
Program is offered online. Webcam required. $ Eligible for financial assistance. i Inclusion Services Support available.
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