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Community Programming

December 4, 2025

Community Activities 

Leisure Guide  

Recreation programs | City of Winnipeg 

Swimming Lessons 

Skating Lessons 

Varies Activities/Sports for All Ages 

Fall/Winter Registration Begins August  

The Winter 2026 Leisure Guide Swimming and Skating brochures will be released December 4, 2025. 

Spring/Summer Registration Begins March 

Summer Swimming Lesson Registration Begins June 




Winnipeg Phoenix FC 

Winnipeg Phoenix FC Website


2026 Grassroots Program

Canada Soccer Grassroots is the foundation of player development across the country, designed to introduce children to the game in a fun, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment. The program emphasizes enjoyment, participation, and physical literacy rather than results or competition, ensuring that young players build confidence and a love for the game. By using age-appropriate coaching methods, simplified rules, and small-sided formats, Grassroots soccer allows players to have more touches on the ball, more decision-making opportunities, and an overall better learning experience. 


Beyond technical skill development, the Grassroots model focuses on holistic growth—social, physical, emotional, and cognitive. The approach encourages fair play, teamwork, creativity, and individual expression while ensuring that players feel safe and supported regardless of ability or background. Manitoba Soccer Association (MSA) has committed to a province-wide implementation, with a multi-year rollout beginning in 2026, initially targeting U8, U9, and U10 programming. Winnipeg Phoenix Football Club (WPFC), aligned with both MSA and Canada Soccer’s standards, is committed to supporting and applying this rollout to enhance development pathways for young players and strengthen the long-term future of the game within the club and the wider community. 


For More Info, Click Here


Phoenix FC will be offering two opportunities as an introduction and transition to the new grassroots programming. 

Registration For Indoor Recreational Soccer Begins October

Registration For Outdoor Recreational Soccer Begins March




RETLife

About RETLife

RETLife offers a variety of activities free and paid.

In the summer time they have free children programs.




LIFE Program

LIFE Program - Rehabilitation Centre for Children 

The LIFE (Leisure in Fun Environments) Program is a therapeutic recreation program, which provides opportunities for children and youth with disabilities to engage in meaningful recreational experiences. This Program is funded by the generous donations made to the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation. 


 


Arenas & Rinks Indoors 

River East Arena 

1410 Rothesay St.  

October 3, 2025 - March 13, 2026 

Friday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm 

No public skate December 19 & 26, January 2 


Transcona East End Community Centre Arena 

517 Pandora Ave. E.  

October 4, 2025 - March 15, 2026 

Saturdays, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

No public skate December 20 & 27, January 3 & 17 

Sundays, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

No public skate December 21 & 28, January 4 & 18 

 

Gateway Recreation Centre 

October 12, 2025 to February 22, 2026 

Sundays, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm 

Except: December 28, 2025 

Different Time: Dec 7, 2025 – 10:00 - 11:00 am Special Skate with Santa. 


For more information, visit Skating | City of Winnipeg 




Winter Skating - Park Skating Ponds 

Kildonan Park  

2015 Main St 

Open daily 8:00 am - 9:30 pm 


Harbourview Recreation Complex  

1867 Springfield Rd. 

Open daily 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Skating surface relocated to southwest parking lot due to fluctuating water levels on the pond - Map 


St. Vital Park Duck Pond  

190 River Rd. 

Open daily 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Change facilities 


For more information: 

Winter skating - Parks and Open Space - Public Works - City of Winnipeg 




East Area Outdoor Rinks 

Abdo and Samira El Tassi Park 

100 Elmwood Rd 


Archambault Park 

224 Rutledge Cres 


Brentford Park 

70 Brentford Rd 


Bunn's Creek Centennial Park 

365 McIvor Ave 


Cedar Ranch Park 

67 Ranchgrove Bay 


Coronation Park 

41 St. Mary's Rd 


Elmwood Park 

380 Henderson Hwy 


Fraser's Grove Park 

85 Fraser's Grove 


Hap Hopkinson Park 

1043 Manhattan Ave 


Kingston Park 

320 Kingston Cr 


Parc De La Seigneurie 

175 De La Seigneurie Blvd 


Royalwood Park 

254 Shorehill Dr 


Sir Winston Churchill Park 

150 John Duncan Dr 


Tanya Park 

41 Tanya Cres 


Tikina'gaan Park 

100 Comanche Rd 


 For more information: Winter skating - Parks and Open Space - Public Works - City of Winnipeg 


 


Other Programs

Elmwood Curling Club

Youth Programs Registration Starts in April 

Season October – March


Elmwood Community Resource Centre 

Hosts community-initiated programs


Elmwood-Kildonan Community Hub | YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg 


North Kildonan Community Centre 

Another Community Centre that Offers Sports Programs 


Gateway Recreation Centre 

Also another Community Centre Option for Sports 


Valley Gardens Community Centre 

Offers a variety of sports programs all year - check website for details 


 

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