Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador

10/15/2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Premier’s Medals for Arts, Heritage, Recreation and Sport! 📣

These prestigious awards recognize individuals and groups whose outstanding contributions, leadership, and dedication have made a lasting impact on Newfoundland and Labrador.

Do you know someone making a difference in recreation? Now is the time to recognize their hard work and celebrate the positive impact they have on our communities!

Nomination deadline: October 23, 2026

🔗 Learn more about the awards and how to submit a nomination: https://www.gov.nl.ca/tcar/home/premiers-medal-for-arts-heritage-sports-and-recreation/

The Premier’s Medals for Arts, Heritage, Sport, and Recreation acknowledges the fundamental role arts, heritage, sport and recreational activities play in our quality of life, sense of cultural belonging, ongoing well-being of our residents, as well as the vitality and economic prosperity of our c...

10/15/2026

We are excited to announce PAL Airlines as the official travel partner of the 2026 SportNL Summit.

For over 45 years, PAL Airlines has been more than just a mode of transport, they connect people with what matters most. As one of Eastern Canada and Quebec’s largest independent airlines, PAL Airlines offer scheduled flights, air charter, and cargo services, all backed by globally recognized reliability and an unwavering commitment to service excellence.

A thriving amateur sport and recreation scene in Newfoundland and Labrador relies on PAL Airlines. From tournaments to coaching clinics, SportNL and its 60+ provincial sport organizations can count on PAL Airlines to get our players, coaches, officials and administrators to the next destination.

To learn more and register for the 2026 SportNL Summit, visit: https://sportnl.ca/sport-nl-summit/.

10/15/2026

Strong communities start with strong recreation leadership!

Recreation leaders play an important role in creating opportunities for people to connect, participate, and thrive. The Recreation Leadership Toolkit is designed to help communities build their capacity and strengthen local recreation.

From establishing an organization to exploring partnerships, programming, and access to facilities, you'll find information and resources to support your work.

Have an idea for recreation in your community? Let this toolkit help you turn it into action!

Check out the Recreation Leadership Toolkit: https://sway.cloud.microsoft/qrb1ru9nJPoV6xPR?ref=Link

10/14/2026

📣 Active for Life Workshops - Applications Open!

Physical activity can have a positive impact on every part of our lives. Staying active can help us feel better, build strength and confidence, reduce stress, connect with others, and maintain our health.

Recreation NL is pleased to share that two Active for Life workshops are scheduled for November 26, 2026, providing opportunities to build knowledge and support lifelong physical activity in our communities.

Interested in attending? Complete an application form and submit it by Friday, October 30, 2026.

For more information, contact [email protected].

Visit our website to learn more about Active for Life: https://recreationnl.com/active-living/

Find workshop details and application information: https://recreationnl.com/event-calender/active-for-life-training/

10/13/2026

The City of Corner Brook is hiring for several positions, including Director of Recreation and Tourism, Recreation Technician, and more!

For a full list of positions and application details, check out their post below!

The City of Corner Brook is currently hiring for the following positions:
- Director of Recreation and Tourism
- Mechanic (Full Time/Permanent)
- Director of Engineering, Development & Operational Services (Temporary 6 Months)
- Recreation Technician

For information on how to apply please go to www.cornerbrook.com/employment-opportunities.

10/13/2026

⏰ Coming up soon!

There’s still time to join Mental Health Is More Than You Can Imagine, a two-part webinar series focused on understanding mental health through a broader systems and community lens.

Participants will explore social determinants of mental health, upstream approaches, the impact of policies across sectors, and opportunities for collaboration and action.

📅 October 14 & 21
💻 Microsoft Teams
🎟️ Free registration
👥 Only 25 spots available

This is an opportunity to learn, connect and collaborate with others working to support healthier communities.

Don’t wait - register today and secure your spot!

Register for Part One: 875a6298-0988-42aa-adc7-1eb0e2a0f7e8@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/875a6298-0988-42aa-adc7-1eb0e2a0f7e8@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172

Register for Part Two: cf2d4859-ab94-429c-b9cc-08f23ecfc5fd@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/cf2d4859-ab94-429c-b9cc-08f23ecfc5fd@c5161bb9-5ee1-4869-9674-57eacfa6d172

Please note: This is a two-part series, so be sure to register for both sessions to get the full experience!

10/11/2026

🍂 Thanksgiving Office Closure 🍂

Please note that the Recreation NL office will be closed on Monday, October 12th 2026, for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th 2026.

We wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving weekend filled with time to relax, connect, and enjoy the things that bring you joy! 🧡

10/09/2026

Recreation NL was pleased to meet with the Honourable Minister Mike Goosney alongside our Executive Director, Steve Martin, and Recreation NL Treasurer Carla Sullivan to discuss key challenges and opportunities within the recreation sector.

The conversation focused on community capacity, aging recreation infrastructure, the role of recreation facilities in emergency preparedness, and rising energy costs for arenas across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Investing in recreation means investing in healthier, safer, and more resilient communities. We look forward to continuing these important conversations to support recreation opportunities for communities across our province!

10/09/2026

Your input can help shape the future of inclusion training in recreation!

Recreation NL is asking recreation professionals and leaders across Newfoundland and Labrador to share their experiences, questions and challenges through our online survey.

Your feedback will help us determine what topics to include and what practical tools would be most useful. Every perspective helps us build training that supports more welcoming and inclusive recreation environments.

Have 5–7 minutes? We’d love to hear from you!

🔗 Complete the survey: https://am.lol/p/JczSDXW (deadline: October 12th 2026)