Looking for the perfect activity for your littles? Peterborough Recreation offers drop-in and registered programs for children and families.
Junior Parks Play Program
Peterborough Recreation offers Junior Parks Play, a free drop-in program for ages 3 and up (adult supervision required), throughout the summer at various municipal parks. Experienced recreation camp and park staff members lead children in games, crafts and theme days in the parks on weekdays during the summer. Adult caregivers must stay in the park with their children during the programs. Program runs throughout July and August.
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For children 3 and up, adult supervision is required throughout the duration of the program. No program in severe or inclement weather conditions.
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Junior Parks Play Programs Location Map
Peterborough Recreation has mapped out all of the Junior Parks Play program locations.
| Rogers Cove, 131 Maria Street |
| Turner Park, corner of Chamberlain and High Streets |
| John Taylor Memorial Park, McKellar Street and St. Catherine Street |
| Chelsea Garden Park, Southlawn Drive and Severn Road |
| Quaker Food City Square, corner of Charlotte Street and Aylmer |
HIGH FIVE Organization
The City of Peterborough is proud to be a registered HIGH FIVE organization. HIGH FIVE is Canada's quality standard for children's programs. The City of Peterborough's child and youth programs follow the five principles of healthy child development to ensure quality programs:
1. A caring adult
2. The opportunity to make friends
3. The opportunity to play
4. The opportunity to master skills
5. The opportunity to participate
