"recreation"

The committee will discuss a new plan to transform how outdoor skating rinks are managed and provided in Gatineau. This is a significant review of city infrastructure and service delivery for winter recreation, which may impact the number or location of rinks available to residents.

Renewal of a member's term on the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Commission.

This item involves the formal filing of the minutes from the February 25, 2026, meeting of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission for council record-keeping.

Council renews the mandate of Aurélie Baillot as a citizen member of the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Commission for a second two-year term.

The committee will analyze how the city's integrated policies apply to the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Department, followed by a scheduled break.

The City is extending the review period for its Outdoor Rink Deployment Plan until 2026 and approving $473,950 in funding for community organizations to support outdoor rinks and related services.

This item pertains to the city's support program for outdoor skating rinks, which provides resources or funding to maintain these community facilities during the winter season.

Council approved the extension of the outdoor rink deployment plan until 2026 and authorized $473,950 in funding for community organizations to operate outdoor rinks and related services.

The committee authorized a $119,215 expenditure to extend a temporary sports manager position for 12 months within the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Service.

The city awarded a one-year contract to Paysagiste Mathis for the maintenance of outdoor rinks across various sectors, including optional services.

This item proposes changes to the organizational structure of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department.

A presentation and consultation session regarding the city's plan to improve and promote outdoor recreational activities within urban areas.

The commission will review and provide a recommendation on the city's plan for the installation and maintenance of outdoor skating rinks for the upcoming season.

The City presented a new deployment plan for outdoor rinks starting in 2026, focusing on an agile model that includes increased financial support for non-profit organizations, a 5-year agreement protocol, and the introduction of refrigerated rinks. The Commission discussed the need for better conflict management between different user groups (hockey vs. recreational) and requested further reflection on animation and heated facilities before final approval.

Council is appointing a new member to the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Commission.

This is a routine procedural item to formally table the minutes from the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission public meeting held on June 4, 2025.

Council appointed Willy Blaise Iranyibutse as a citizen member of the Recreation, Sports, and Community Development Commission for a two-year term.

This item concerns the tender for the construction or maintenance of a refrigerated skating rink at Parc des Cèdres.

The Department of Recreation, Sports and Community Development presented strategies for climate resilience, including managing public spaces, water access, and infrastructure adaptations like synthetic fields and refrigerated ice rinks.

An informational update regarding the development or status of a refrigerated skating rink and a 4-season public square project.

An informational update on the current operational status and condition of municipal swimming pools.

The city is updating its service framework for dog parks to better address citizen needs and the recommendations of the Gatineau Ombudsman. The new framework aims to provide a structured mechanism for developing dog parks and exercise areas while balancing public acceptability and noise concerns. The committee recommended that the municipal council adopt the modified framework.

This item involves the presentation and discussion of a 'White Paper' regarding the integration of policies for the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department. It includes a closed-door workshop session for commissioners to provide input and recommendations on the proposed frameworks.

The commissions reviewed a proposal for a new integrated policy titled 'Une nouvelle politique en loisirs, sports et développement des communautés — Du cœur à l’action'. This 20-year vision aims to improve citizen quality of life through principles like equity, inclusion, and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. The commissions recommended that City Council adopt this policy and mandate the department to develop specific action plans.

The Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department presents a new policy aimed at better aligning city services with the needs of the local population.

The Youth Commission received a presentation regarding the consolidation of several existing policies into a single policy for the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department. Members were consulted to ensure the new policy effectively represents youth interests.

This is a routine filing of the minutes from the Commission on Recreation, Sports and Community Development meeting held on February 5, 2025.

This is a routine filing of the 2024 annual report regarding the work plan of the Commission on Recreation, Sports and Community Development.

The commission reviewed the conservation plan for Lac-Beauchamp Park. Discussions focused on the fact that the city owns only 60% of the land, the need to balance conservation with recreational activities like disc golf, and the importance of ecological connectivity.

The Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department will present a review of the city's strategy for deploying outdoor skating rinks. This discussion is relevant to residents as it concerns the accessibility and maintenance of winter recreational facilities across the city.

The city consulted the Youth Commission regarding the future of Gatineau's 84 outdoor rinks. Members provided feedback on accessibility, equipment needs, and communication, suggesting improvements like better signage, more equipment loans, and potential multi-use refrigerated rinks.

The City is approving $104,500 in financial support for 24 community organizations to manage outdoor rinks for the 2024-2025 season.

This item proposes a change to the organizational structure of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development department. Such changes are typically made to improve administrative efficiency or align the department with current city priorities.

This item outlines the city's support program for the maintenance and operation of outdoor skating rinks for the 2024-2025 winter season.

A presentation regarding the planning, installation, and maintenance of outdoor skating rinks across the city for the upcoming winter season.

The committee will discuss the strategic direction of the *Accès-Loisirs* program, which aims to increase accessibility to recreational activities for low-income residents.

Routine filing of the minutes from the October 9, 2024, meeting of the Commission on Recreation, Sports and Community Development.

A public question period regarding the city's strategic plan for urban outdoor activities for the 2025-2030 period. This allows residents to provide input or ask questions about how the city intends to manage and develop outdoor recreational spaces for youth.

This item concerns the operational use or management of the Baribeau Arena. It is a routine administrative matter regarding city-owned recreational facilities.

This item involves the formal filing of the minutes from the June 20, 2024, meeting of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission. It is a routine procedural step to ensure the public record is updated with the commission's activities.

Council approved updates to the Community Development Support Framework, which provides funding and resources to local recreation, sports, and community organizations. The administration is also tasked with developing new support tools, such as training and equipment loans, and continuing to refine the service offering.

Routine filing of minutes from the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission meeting held on April 24, 2024.

Routine appointment and renewal of members to the city's commission responsible for recreation and community development.

The city is providing official support for grant applications submitted by local partners to a provincial financial assistance program for recreational and sports infrastructure.

This is a routine procedural item to table the minutes from the February 8, 2024, meeting of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission.

A presentation regarding the city's summer programming for seniors, followed by a discussion on these activities.

Council is asked to provide official support for the Buckingham Curling Club's application for provincial funding to improve their recreational facilities.

This is a procedural item to table the minutes from the December 15, 2023, meeting of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission.

Discussion regarding a request to provide indoor facilities for the sport of pétanque, which is popular among seniors.

The city's recreation department confirmed that indoor sports needs for seniors, including pétanque, are being considered within the master plan.

The commission finalized its 2024-2025 work plan, which focuses on urban outdoor development, recreational infrastructure, volunteer support, and municipal policy updates. The commission recommended that the City Council adopt this plan, which includes specific monitoring and analysis tasks for major infrastructure projects and community programs. The plan aims to guide the commission's priorities over the next two years.