Eva James Memorial Centre is a bright, modern building offering a variety of recreation programs for all ages. Programs include fitness, sports, dance, preschool play, and arts. This facility is an ideal rental opportunity for your meeting or gathering.
March Break - hours
- Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20
- 8 am to 5 pm
- Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22
- 9 am to 4:30 pm
Hours
Notifications
Pickleball and badminton can now be found in the gymnasium sports schedule.
Drop-in schedule - March Break
March 16 to 22
The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change.
Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information.
Reserve a spot at Eva James Memorial Community Centre
Please note: Family drop-ins - Up to two related adults with their child(ren) all living at the same address. Children must be six to 17 years. Active participation required for all.
| Monday, March 16 | Tuesday, March 17 | Wednesday, March 18 | Thursday, March 19 | Friday, March 20 | Saturday, March 21 | Sunday, March 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badminton - adult (18+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm |
| Badminton - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 2:15 - 3:15 pm Play Free | 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 11:30 am |
| Pickleball - adult (18+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 10:45 - 11:45 am, 11:45 am - 12:45 pm | 1 - 2 pm, 2 - 3 pm |
| Pickleball - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 12:45 - 1:45 pm Play Free | n/a |
| Kinderplay (1 to 5 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 9:15 - 10:15 am Play Free | n/a |
| Open gym - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 3:30 - 4:30 pm Play Free | 3:15 - 4:15 pm |
Play Free
Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.
Drop-in schedule - gymnasium sports
The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary. Reservations are not required for swim programs at this location.
Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information.
Schedule changes
- Monday, March 16 to Sunday, March 22
- See March Break schedule.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badminton - adult (18+ years) | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | 7 - 8 pm, 8 - 9 pm | n/a | 3 - 4 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Badminton - family (6+ years) | n/a | 6 - 7 pm | n/a | 4 - 5 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Badminton - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 5:15 - 6:15 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pickleball - adult (18+ years) | 11:15 am - 12:15 pm | 2:10 - 3:10 pm | n/a | 10:10 - 11:10 am | 1 - 2 pm, 2 - 3 pm | 11:55 am - 12:55 pm, 1 - 2 pm | 9 - 10 am, 10 - 11 am, 11:10 am - 12:10 pm |
| Pickleball - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 11:55 am - 12:55 pm Play Free | n/a |
| Basketball - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 5:15 - 6:15 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinderplay (1 to 5 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 9:30 - 10:30 am | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - child (7 to 12 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 6:20 - 7:20 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | 4:45 - 5:45 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 6:20 - 7:20 pm | n/a | 10:35 - 11:35 am Play Free | n/a |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badminton - adult (18+ years) | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | 7 - 8 pm, 8 - 9 pm | n/a | 3 - 4 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Badminton - family (6+ years) | n/a | 6 - 7 pm | n/a | 4 - 5 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Badminton - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 5:15 - 6:15 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pickleball - adult (18+ years) | 11:15 am - 12:15 pm | 2:10 - 3:10 pm | n/a | 10:10 - 11:10 am | 1 - 2 pm | 11:55 am - 12:55 pm, 1 - 2 pm | 9 - 10 am, 10 - 11 am |
| Pickleball - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 11:55 am - 12:55 pm Play Free | n/a |
| Basketball - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 5:15 - 6:15 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinderplay (1 to 5 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 9:30 - 10:30 am | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - child (7 to 12 years old) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 6:20 - 7:20 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - youth (13 to 17 years old) | n/a | 4:45 - 5:45 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Open gym - family (6+ years) | n/a | n/a | n/a | 6:20 - 7:20 pm | n/a | 10:35 - 11:35 am Play Free | n/a |
Play Free
Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.
Registered programs
Registered programs
Registered programs are structured activities that run weekly or seasonally. You must sign up in advance to participate. Examples include swimming lessons, dance or music classes and summer camps.
- Check out the courses and camps offered at this facility.
- Find registration dates and general information about the types of recreation programs offered - including virtual, PA days, Before and After School, and Day Camps - at Courses and camps.
- Details about registration, payment, cancellation, terms and conditions can be viewed at Registered programs - What you need to know.
Enquire about availability and/or reserve a space with this facility.
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Amenities and features
- Washrooms – gender-specific
- Water bottle/fountain
- Basketball courts
- Free parking
- On site parking
Accessibility features
- Change rooms
- Entrance/Exit
- Parking
- Passenger loading zone
- Reception desks
- Signage
- Telephone
- Washrooms