Rec Report Newsletter: December 2025/January 2026

Santa will make a special appearance on the pool deck during this festive family swim. Enjoy a splashin’ good time in the pool and get creative with holiday crafts in the pool viewing space to celebrate the season. 

Saturday, December 20, 2025
JDF Recreation Centre
Swim: 1:30-4PM (Santa on site until 3:30PM)
Crafts: 1:30-4:30PM

Limited capacity due to lifeguard/patron ratio requirements.

Give the Gift of Fun 

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Looking for the perfect present? Give the gift of fun and community with a WSPR gift card!
They can be used for programs, activities, and drop-in sessions—a great way to join in together and share the experience.
Create memories while staying active!
Stop by reception or purchase a West Shore Parks & Recreation gift card online.

More Holiday Cheer with West Shore Parks & Recreation!

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We’re thrilled to be part of these wonderful community celebrations this holiday season.
Come join us for fun activities and festive spirit!

Langford Light Up
Friday, December 6
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Langford Station (720 Station Ave)

Stop by our Christmas Cookie Decorating Station and create sweet holiday memories! We’ll be spreading cheer while supplies last and counting down to the spectacular truck parade.

City of Colwood Christmas Light Up 2025
Wednesday, December 10
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Colwood City Hall (3300 Wishart Road)

Warm up in Council Chambers and join us for nature-inspired Christmas crafts! Together with Citizens Environment Network in Colwood, Westshore Rugby, and others, we’ll help kids create beautiful, eco-friendly crafts they’ll be proud to share with family and friends.

WSPR Winter Break Camps – Spots Available!

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Looking for fun activities during the holidays? We’ve got you covered! Join us for 2-day and single-day school age camps with options in art, licensed care, sports, dance, and engineering– something for everyone!
Dates: Dec 22, 23, 29, 30 & Jan 2
Don’t wait—register now and make winter break unforgettable!

Winter Registration

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The Winter 2026 Activity Guide is available to view now! Notice something different… but maybe familiar?

The 80s called… and they want you back! This season, we’re jumping back in time to the decade of big hair, neon flair, leg warmers, and the golden age of community recreation! Join us as we celebrate the decade of aerobics, hula hoops, and good old-fashioned fun.

So get ready to start the year with energy, colour and community—registration for January-April programs is coming soon!
General program registration: December 4th at 6AM. 
Preschool swim lessons registration: December 15 at 6AM.
School age, adult and private swim lessons registration: December 16 at 6AM.

After School Care Program – Where Fun Meets Growth

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WSPR's After School Care program is designed to keep kids active, creative, and connected after the school day ends. Continuing our Move, Learn, Play philosophy, we make the most of our incredible facilities and natural spaces, including the Indoor Sports Complex and Velodrome for sports and active games, two onsite playgrounds for outdoor fun, expansive forest areas for exploration and nature-based activities, and so much more across our beautiful 109 acres!

We incorporate physical literacy, diverse art, craft, and science activities, and plenty of time for free play and socialization. Older children can join peer-led leadership groups, ensuring every age feels inspired and motivated. Our goal is simple: to create a safe, engaging environment where children thrive physically, socially, and creatively every afternoon. 

WSPR’s Afterschool Care program picks up from 7 schools in the local area: John Stubbs, David Cameron, Ruth King, Savory, Sangster, Wishart and Crystal View Elementary schools.

Spaces are still available for the 2025/26 school year in select programs, and registration for the 2026/27 school year is on April 6^th, 2026. Contact Danielle at dturner@wspr.ca for more information

Get Your Hot Drinks Here

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Stop by the reception lobby for a Spirit Bear coffee, latte, hot chocolate and more before, during, or after your activity or game — or grab one on your way out! A quick and tasty way to keep warm.