Notices

2026 Summer Opportunities

Interesting job opportunities await you at Antigonish County Recreation (a department of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish). Each job has a specific list of qualifications, but in general we are looking for the following skills and attributes, also known as competencies:

  • A focus upon community and customer service.
  • A responsible and positive attitude.
  • The ability to take initiative and maintain positive attitude & high energy.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
  • Leadership and the ability to motivate the group.
  • A focus on working safely and collaboratively.

The deadline for application is March 27th, 2026 at 12:00pm.

To apply, please complete the application form (fillable PDF) and submit it via to recreation@antigonishcounty.ca

2026 Summer Part-Time Employment Opportunities

For full job  descriptions, an overview of the recruitment & selection process, and the application process please see the Part-Time Job Opportunity Information 2026 PDF.
  • Summer Program Coordinator II (pages 6-7)
  • Recreation Leader II (pages 8-9)
  • Inclusion Support Leader (pages 10-11)
  • Pool Swim Instructor (pages 12-13)
  • Swim Instructors / Recreation Leaders (page 14)
  • Summer Recreation Programmer (pages 15-16)

2025 Summer Opportunities

Interesting job opportunities await you at Antigonish County Recreation (a department of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish). Each job has a specific list of qualifications, but in general we are looking for the following skills and attributes, also known as competencies:

  • A focus upon community and customer service.
  • A responsible and positive attitude.
  • The ability to take initiative, maintain positive attitude & high energy.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with others
  • Leadership and the ability to motivate the group

The deadline for application is June 18th at 12:00pm.

2025 Summer Part-Time Employment Opportunities

For full job  descriptions, an overview of the recruitment & selection process, and the application process please see the Part-Time Job Opportunity Information 2025 PDF

  • Recreation Leader ll (pages 6-7)
  • Summer Recreation Programmer (pages 8-9)

Summer Day Camps 2025

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Get ready for a summer of fun with our Recreation Department’s exciting lineup of day camps!

Kids of all ages can enjoy a variety of action-packed activities including games, arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, and more. It’s the perfect way to stay active, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories all summer long! 

Be sure to create your family profile on Playfinder before registration opens!

Registration Opens May 7th at 12:00 Noon

 

Swimming Lessons

Swimming Lessons for Children Aged 4+

Levels Being Offered:

  • Preschool 3
  • Preschool 4
  • Preschool 5
  • Swimmer 1
  • Swimmer 2
  • Swimmer 3 / 4
  • Swimmer 5 /6

8 Class Session Start Dates:

  • February 5, 2025 | Wednesdays | 3pm – 5pm
  • February 7, 2025 | Fridays | 3pm – 5pm
  • February 8, 2025 | Saturdays | 8:55am – 1pm

Register Online!

Registration opens on PlayFinder January 27th, 2025 at 12pm.

Questions? Call Us at 902-863-1141

Learn to Swim Program Returns!

Antigonish County Recreation is excited to announce the return of our Learn to Swim program!

It has been over four years since we’ve been able to offer a consistent community swim program in Antigonish due to COVID-19 and construction.

We want to hear from you!

Please take our survey to let us know your child’s swimming ability and enter to win one of four free swim sessions. Your responses will greatly assist us in planning for the return of lessons.

ACR SUMMER CAMP 2023

Registration for our 2023 Summer Camps will open on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 12:00 noon  Please see below for our summer lineup of camps

request for quotes: make your move antigonish

Antigonish County invites qualified artists to provide quotations for content creation through mixed digital media to support communications within a new initiative:  Make Your Move Antigonish.  RFQ Deadline:  Wednesday, April 5th by 12:00pm noon.  Click here for more information

Outdoor Recreation Grant Application

Outdoor Recreation Grant Application

Does your community have a need to enhance your outdoor space to welcome more movement in the beautiful outdoors?  We can provide community organizations funding up to $750 for a limited number of initiatives.  Antigonish County Recreation is inviting community groups and organizations to apply to the 2021-22 Provincial Program, Active Communities Fund.  For more information on the fund, click here.  To access the application, please click here.