Who is Macdonald Public Recreation?

The Macdonald Public Recreation Commission is comprised of councilors from the R.M. of Macdonald, the Recreation Director and 6 community volunteers. The committee works to promote a coordinated, municipal wide approach to recreation and advises Municipal Council on recreation issues such as community recreation needs, recreation facilities and support for community groups.

Funding Programs

Recreation Program Support
Supporting community organizations to initiate new recreation programs that are accessible to the municipality.

Recreation Leadership Development
Supporting the development of skills of persons in recreation leadership roles (e.g. coaches, board development,volunteers, fitness leaders, etc.).

Library Membership Assistance
Providing assistance to individuals and families to purchase memberships to libraries up to $50/family. In order to qualify, applications must be submitted to the R.M. of Macdonald Municipal Office by Dec. 31 of each year for refund of the current year's fees. For additional information, please call the Municipal Office at 736-2255.

Youth Initiatives
Encouraging communities to develop recreation opportunities for youth.

Recreation Facilities
Supporting the development and maintenance of recreation facilities.

Complete program guidelines are available from the Macdonald-Headingley Recreation District office at 885-2444.