PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES

Parks and Recreation services are provided in Electoral Areas C, D and E by a small but dedicated group of volunteers known at the Bella Coola Valley Parks and Recreation Commission. The Denny Island Recreation Commission provides the service in a portion of Electoral Area A. The authority to maintain the service is provided by the Regional District Board of Directors via bylaw. Commissioners who serve the function are appointed annually by the Board.

Bella Coola Valley Parks and Recreation

The Bella Coola Valley Parks and Recreation Commission receives authority from the Central Coast Regional District Board of Directors to provide recreational services to the residents in the Bella Coola valley.

The function is supported by tax dollars which are levied on land and improvements in the area, user fees, and a portion of the provincial basic grant received annually from the Province of B.C.

A small playground park has been established in the Nusatsum area, but the majority of activity centers around the park at Walker Island where there is a public area for picnics and community events. In the general vicinity of Walker Island, the Commission also maintains a series of trails in Snootli Creek Park and the Beaver Pond. An outdoor arena is situated close to Snootli Creek and the fish hatchery.

Organized activities of the Parks and Recreation Commission include seasonal leagues of volleyball and slow pitch and an annual triathlon. The Commission also contributes to the Fall Fair, Fitfest programs, youth soccer, judo and tennis among other things.

The Regional District's Recreation Commission also operates within the parameters of a joint use agreement with School District 49 (Central Coast).

For further information, contact Melanie Kloss, Acting Commission Chair at 250-982-2738 or email to info@ccrd-bc.ca

Denny Island Recreation

The Denny Island Recreation Commission receives authority from the Central Coast Regional District Board of Directors to provide recreational services to the residents on Denny Island, near Bella Bella.

The function is supported by tax dollars which are levied on land and improvements in Electoral Area A, in addition to a portion of the provincial basic grant received annually from the Province of B.C.

The Commission provides the majority of community activities which include a fitness program, games, youth development, workshops, and special events.
For further information, contact info@ccrd-bc.ca

Centennial Swimming Pool

Originally built in 1967, the Centennial Pool was constructed with proceeds from the federal government as part of their Centennial celebrations. It is located in Hagensborg, east of the Bella Coola town site. The volunteer Centennial Pool Commission is charged with its
operations and maintenance by authority of a Regional District bylaw enacted by the Board of Directors.

The operation of the facility is funded through local tax dollars, a portion of the Provincial Basic Grant and user fees. Because it is an outdoor pool, it is operated only during the months of June through August.

The swimming pool has provided lifeguard training and leadership opportunities for the youth of the Bella Coola Valley since it commenced operations. It offers Red Cross swimming lessons, lifesaving and First Aid, leadership training, private rentals, school classes, public
and lap swims.

Table 13: Centennial Swimming Pool Operating Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
8:00-9:00	Early Bird Lap Swim					Closed
9:00-12:00	Red Cross Swimming Lessons					Closed
12:00-1:00	Adult Lap Swim & Parents and Tots
1:00-3:00	Public Swim
3:30-5:30	Public Swim
5:30-6:30	Lap Swim
6:30-8:30	Public	Life Saving	Public	Life Saving	Public	Closed

For more information, the pool can be contacted directly (during the summer months) by calling 250-982-2488. You may also send an email to info@ccrd-bc.ca