Leisure Services

Darcy McLeod, Director
Tel: (306) 786-1750
Fax: (306) 786-6880
e-mail:

What is Recreation?

Recreation is defined as "all those things that a person chooses to do in order to make their leisure time more interesting, more enjoyable and more personally satisfying."  Recreation includes sports, physical recreation, artistic, creative, cultural, social and intellectual activities.

Why Recreation?

• Recreation and active living are ESSENTIAL TO PERSONAL HEALTH - a key determinant of health status!
• Recreation is a key to balanced HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - helping Canadians reach for their potential
• Recreation and parks are essential to QUALITY OF LIFE
• Recreation reduces self-destructure and ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
• Recreation and parks build STRONG FAMILIES and HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
• PAY NOW or PAY LATER!  Recreation reduces health care, social service and police/justice costs!
• Recreation and parks are significant ECONOMIC GENERATORS in your community!
• Parks, open space and natural areas are ESSENTIAL TO ECOLOGICAL SURVIVAL

Mission Statement

To enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Yorkton through an effective Leisure Services and programming system that facilitates growth and development of the individual and the community.

Leisure Services Staff
(Left to Right) - Amber Zaharia - Urban Sport Co-ordinator, Carla Skikewich - Administrative Assistant, Darcy McLeod - Director of Leisure Services, Dennis Woroschuk - Facilities Manager, Brian Dudar - Parks & Arena Manager, Darren Spelay - Community Program Co-ordinator.

Program Branch

The Program Branch is responsible for planning, co-ordinating and evaluating total city-wide leisure programs and services.  Facilitation and support supports are provided to community groups and associations currently offering programs and services to the City.
Programs

Parks & Arena Branch

The Parks & Arena Branch is responsible for the maintenance, development and supervision of all park areas, outdoor facilities and the Kinsmen Arena ensuring the provision of safe, enjoyable and entertaining green spaces and outdoor facilities.  These area include:  urban forest, horticultural services, cemetery, sports fields, ourdoor recreation facilities, grass cutting and  operations at the Kinsmen Arena.
Parks
Kinsmen Arena
Cemetery

Facilities Branch

Leisure Services is responsible for the efficient day-to-day facility operation and maintenance of the following facilities:  Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre, Deer Park Clubhouse, City Campground, Parks Shop, Gloria Hayden Community Centre, Yorkton Public Library, City Hall and the Yorkton Tourism Buildling.

Facilities

Deer Park Golf Course

Situated just minutes west of the city on Highway # 52 on rolling, heavily wooded terrain is a beautiful setting any golfer can enjoy. Deer Park is one of Saskatchewan's top-ranked 18 hole championship golf courses with water, sand and multiple tee areas that compliment the already challenging terrain. Available to help you enjoy your golf experience are: a full service driving range, rental equipment, electric power carts and a fully stocked pro shop with CPGA Professionals. The course also offers lounge, restaurant, concession and beverage cart services for the golfing public. Deer Park must be played to be truly appreciated.
Deer Park Golf Course