COVID-19 Update: January 15, 2021
Due to the Provincewide shutdown, the Centennial Pool will be closed from December 26 at 12:01 am until at least February 11, 2021. Staff continue to monitor the evolving COVID-19 situation and will keep the community up to date on the status of operations. Please note:
- All pool programs are cancelled at this time
- All pool programs including swim lessons scheduled to begin the week of January 4 are delayed until further notice
- If you wish to withdraw from a program and require a refund, please email recreation@saugeenshores.ca.
Reopening of the Centennial Pool
The Centennial Pool is now open. Please review the important information below prior to your arrival. Subscribe to our recreation newsletter to stay up to date.
Hours of operation, schedules and swimming lessons |
HoursReview our pool schedules below for Hours of Operations. Pool schedulesView programs online, or download our pool schedule for swim times and descriptions.
Winter swimming lessonsCOVID-19 update December 22, 2020: Lessons delayed until further notice Session dates: Delayed until further notice Open for viewing: December 11, 2020 Open for registration: December 14, 8:30am How to register: Register online at SaugeenShores.ca/Register or call 519-832-2008 ext. 131 Mid-winter swimming lessonsCOVID-19 update December 22, 2020: Lessons delayed until further notice Are you interested in our modified group lessons? We're introducing a mid-winter session (March/April) as well as a spring session (May/June). Sessions will be 7 weeks. Help staff build the mid-winter 2021 schedule. The public can register for the level(s) they’re interested in for the next session. A few things to know:
Important notes
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Program fees, punch cards and memberships |
Fees
Payment for recreational swims is due at the time of registering for your spot. Punch cardsPunch cards are not available for sale at this time. Anyone with an existing punch card can bring their card with them to the pool on their first visit back. Cards will be collected and the remaining number of punches will be credited onto their online account for use. MembershipsMemberships are not available for sale again at this time. Those with existing pool memberships will be refunded for the the balance of the membership (back dated to March 13, 2020) as an account credit or full refund. Contact us at 519-832-2008 ext. 131 or recreation@saugeenshores.ca. |
Screening protocols and self-screening tool |
All participants must pre-screen for COVID-19 symptoms prior to arriving at the pool. If you or any member of your household have any symptoms or answer yes to any of the screening questions, do not come to the pool. Use the Town's screening checklist or Ontario's self-assessment tool prior to every visit. If you feel sick, please stay home. |
Arriving at and leaving the facility |
Arriving at the pool
Leaving the pool
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What to expect when returning to the pool |
Face coverings or masks
During programs
On the pool deck
Change rooms and washrooms
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Setting up an online account and registering for recreational programs |
In order to manage facility capacity, all participants must register for recreational programs, including lane swims and aquafit classes. You can register online or by calling 519-832-2008 ext. 131. Registering onlineIf you have an account already, log in and search for your programs. If you or your children have participated in swimming lessons or camps or you've rented a facility, you likely have an account. If you've forgotten your password, input your email address and click on "forgot password." A temporary password will be sent to the email address you provided. You will then be prompted to create a permanent password. If you do not have an account, select create an account. Follow the prompts to create an account. You can add other family members to your account once it is set up. Follow our how-to guide to setting up a account. Program registration
Questions or challenges with account set-up or registration?Contact us at 519-832-2008 ext. 131 or recreation@saugeenshores.ca. |
Guidelines and policies |
Refund policy for recreational programs
Pool admission standardsThe current pool admission standards remain in effect. Swimming lesson guidelinesSwimming lessons are now available for registration. Due to physical distancing requirements, the following measures are in place:
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Contact us |
Registration or general inquiriesCorby Leitch, Programs and Facilities Booking Coordinator 519-832-2008 ext 131, recreation@saugeenshores.ca Program and pool inquiriesMichael Hundt, Aquatic Supervisor 519-832-2627, michael.hundt@saugeenshores.ca |
Location
The Centennial Pool is a municipally owned facility located at 780 Gustavus St. in Port Elgin.
Aquatic policies
Centennial Pool users should be aware of the following policies:
Reports and studies
You can read the following reports and studies related to aquatics in Saugeen Shores.