55+ Recreation Services Membership

As of, September 22, 2021 proof of vaccination will be required to enter the following Town facilities as part of Ontario’s Proof of Vaccination Policy:

Iroquois Park Sports Centre
Brooklin Community Centre (excluding the Brooklin Branch of the Public Library)
McKinney Centre
Luther Vipond Arena
Whitby Civic Recreation Complex
Whitby 55+ Centre

As required by the Province, all patrons 12 years and older must be fully vaccinated, meaning you must have both doses of a two dose vaccine or one dose of a single dose vaccine plus 14 days AND provide proof of vaccination along with identification on EACH visit.

The provincial policy does not apply to:

children 11 years old and younger (proof of ID showing name and age may be required)
youth 12 to 17 years old (proof of ID showing name and age may be required) who are actively participating in indoor organized sport (training, practices, games and competitions), and
individuals with a medical exemption (medical note and ID required).

Rostered Coaches and minor sports Officials.

How can you get your proof of vaccination? Download or print your vaccine receipt from the provincial booking portal or call the Provincial Vaccine Booking Line at 1-833-943-3900. More information on obtaining proof of vaccination is available in Ontario’s Frequently Asked Questions.

Thank you for your support and cooperation in keeping our facilities a safe place for all. Have questions? Contact getactive@whitby.ca.

View or sign up for a recreation program

If you're a resident aged 55+ in the Town of Whitby, you can get a Whitby 55+ Recreation Services Membership. Your membership gives you full access to exciting services and programs that help you learn new skills, have fun, stay active and meet new people.

Important Note about Memberships during COVID-19 closure:

At this time 55+ Recreation Memberships are on hold. Once in-person programs begin, we extend all memberships for the term of the closure. We will be in contact with members when this happens.
To participate in current Zoom and Phone In Programs, a membership is not required at this time.

Become a member

Join today and enjoy all the benefits of healthy and active aging. Visit our program registration and select Memberships within the online registration system.

Memberships are free for residents 90 years and older.

Locations

Your membership gives you access to all locations that run 55+ recreation programs and services, including the Whitby 55+ Recreation Centre, Brooklin Community Centre and Library and other locations throughout the Town.

What's included

Take advantage of the many benefits of a 55+ Recreation Services Membership, including the following:

Access to a variety of drop-in recreational programs
Affordable rates for activities and programs designed for participants 55+ (fitness, creative arts, dance, computers, general interest programs and more)
Access to the Abilities Centre walking track (Monday to Friday 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
Discounted Health Club membership at the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex for members 60+
Health and wellness seminars, including blood pressure and hearing clinics
Group travel opportunities and special events
Lunchtime café and meals for purchase at the Whitby 55+ Recreation Centre
Quarterly 55+ Recreation newsletters and monthly eNewsletters
Volunteer opportunities