Day Camps Being Offered at Ponoka Arena Complex During Teachers’ Strike

The Town of Ponoka is launching day camps for children ages six to 12 at the Ponoka Arena Complex (4410 54 Street). The day camps will begin on Monday, October 6 and run throughout the duration of the anticipated provincial teachers’ strike on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please note that statutory holidays are not included.

The day camps will include fun activities such as crafts, games and sports – both outdoor and indoor.

“These day camps are designed to support families in our community by providing engaging, fun and affordable recreational programming for children to enjoy each day” said Andrew Jones, Manager of Parks, Recreation and Facilities. 

The daily rate for the day camps is $30 per child. Participants can register online here or in-person at the Ponoka Arena Complex during these hours:

• Monday to Friday from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Experience Fall Activities in the Town of Ponoka

There are plenty of other activities that children and youth can enjoy during this time in the Town of Ponoka, including:

• Weekdays and weekend public skating and shinny hockey at the Ponoka Arena Complex. To view the schedule, please click here; 
• Checking out the new expanded Multi-Use Skate Park in downtown Ponoka. To learn more, please click here; and
• Teeing off on the Disc Golf Course at Riverside Rotary Park and exploring Ponoka’s many playgrounds, parks and greenspaces. To learn more, please click here.