To register for a Township sponsored program, fill in the registration form and mail it in or drop it off at the Municipal Offices in Chantry. Payment and completed registration forms must be received by the deadline indicated for each program. All programs run on a first-come, first-served basis. No post-dated cheques will be accepted and all payments are to be made out to the Township of Rideau Lakes. View the current registration form (PDF file)
Coming Events
A listing of events taking place in the township can be found on the Coming Events Page
General Interest Programs
A listing of activities such as Tai Chi, Senior Fitness, Recreation Hockey, Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, Karate, Skating, Bridge, etc. For details see the Adult and Youth Programs Page
Recreation Wish List
We need your input regarding new programs for the Township. Please have a look at the "Wish List" and send us your ideas. View the Recreation Wish List (PDF file)
Organization Contacts
A list of telephone contact information for groups, clubs and organizations in the Township of Rideau Lakes. For details see the Organization Contacts Page
Photo Contest
The Township is holding a photo contest in order to choose photos for the 2011 Township Calendar. The contest is open to all amateur photographers who own property within the township. For full details see the 2010 Photo Contest Page.
Town Crier
The Town Crier, David Boyd, is available to attend Township sponsored events and by private arrangement to participate in commercial and charitable functions. For details see the Town Crier Page
Cycling Tours
We've added some cycling tours created by our Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee. A great way to get out, get some excersise and explore our rich heritage For details see the Cycling Tours Page
Play Works Youth Friendly Recognition
The Township of Rideau Lakes has been recognized as a Bronze Youth Friendly Community Builder by Play Works, the Ontario Partnership for Active Youth. For details see the Letter of Recognition (67K PDF file)
THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS - 2009 Year of the Volunteer
The Mayor and Members of Council have proclaimed 2009 as the “Year of the Volunteer in the Township of Rideau Lakes." See the Year of the Volunteer Page
All Season Sights in the Township of Rideau Lakes
Click on the photos below to see some snapshots of the Township during various seasons
A listing of various recreation facilities is shown in the table below. Additional information regarding Township parks can be found at the end of this page.
Softball Diamonds
Shillington Park
Newboro Memorial Park (2 diamonds)
Kin Park (no lights)
Lower Beverley Lake Park
To book any of these parks for family or other sporting events, contact Sue Dunfield at 1-800-928-2250 or 928-2251 ext 238
Shillington Park Location: - In the Ward of North Crosby on Concession Road 8 just off County Road 10. Features: softball diamond, community hall with canteen, 2 shuffle boards, 2 tennis courts, playground, trails, gardens, forest area, sheltered picnic areas.
To use the tennis courts, please call Jim Mulville at 613-214-4336 or 613-273-3008. The courts are open late April to mid-October (weather permitting). The general public is welcome to use these courts for a nominal fee by paying at the"Honest John Box" located at the entrance gate. Proper tennis etiquette is expected by all users of the court.
Newboro Memorial Park and Lorne Park Location: In the Village of Newboro on George St. at John St. Features: softball diamond, canteen, basketball court, playground, trails, forest area, and picnic areas. Home of the Newboro Men’s Fastball Team.
Sand Lake Park (waterfront park) Location: In the Ward of South Crosby on Delong Road. Features: beach, change rooms, washrooms, playground, trails, forest area, picnic areas. Home to the Rideau Lakes Day Camp in July & August.
Kin Park Location: In the Ward of Bastard & South Burgess on Harlem Road at Portland. Features: softball diamond, canteen, soccer field, picnic area, play area, basketball court, pop-can recycling bin and home to Kin Car Bingo.
Van Clief Park Location: Blacksmith Road in the Hamlet of Lombardy, South Elmsley Ward. Features: passive park with play space, basketball hoop and picnic area.
Lower Beverley Park (waterfront Park) Location: In the Ward of Bastard & South Burgess in the village of Delta. Features: cottages, campsites, boat launching & docking, volleyball and basketball courts, softball complex, soccer field, sand beaches, visitor parking, canoe rentals, picnic area. For more info see: www.beverleylakepark.com or call 613-928-2881.
Hannah Memorial Park Location: Water Street in Portland. Features: This passive park is currently under development but will offer
the visitors and local residents a beautiful place to relax and watch the
action on the Big Rideau Lake. Sunsets will be awesome and the peace and
tranquility second to none! Just down the road the public has access to a
beach for public swimming and Township sponsored Red Cross Swim Lessons are
also offered here.
Adult Social Clubs
An opportunity to meet your neighbors, form some strong friendships, have a communication network amongst your peers, play some cards, enjoy exercise, travel, listen to guest speakers, be entertained, eat, hold fun fund- raising ventures, and above all, enjoy your leisure hours to their fullest.
New members are always welcome.
SOUTH ELMSLEY CLUB 55
Dorothy Covell
(Lombardy and area)
613-283-2572
Meet 3rd Tuesday at the South Elmsley Municipal Complex
SOUTH CROSBY FRIENDSHIP CLUB
Betty Hewitt
(Elgin and area)
613-359-5781
Meet 2nd Wednesday at the Elgin Municipal Complex
RIDEAU FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
Mona Dier
(Newboro, North Crosby and area)
613-273-5431
Meet 1st Wednesday at the North Crosby Community Centre
PORTLAND CLUB
William French
(Portland and area)
613-359-5689
Meet 1st Wednesday at the Portland Community Hall
CHAFFEY’S LOCK CLUB
Mary Hamilton
(Chaffey’s Lock and area)
613-359-6175
Meet 3rd Thursday at the Chaffey’s Locks Community Hall
Representatives from all 6 seniors clubs meet regularly to discuss, plan and implement group activities. This fall a day trip is planned to the By Ward Market in Ottawa on September 27th. Call Sue for information about these events or to reserve a spot! 1-800-928-2250 or 613-928-2251.
Township of Rideau Lakes, 1439 County Road 8, Delta, ON, K0E 1G0
email: info@twprideaulakes.on.ca
For general inquiries, administration, planning, public works, parks & rec, and fire department: Tel: 613-928-2251 or 1-800-928-2250 - Fax: 613-928-3097
For the tax office: Tel: 613-928-2896 or 1-866-677-4577
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Recreation Program Registration Form
