Wellness and recreation in Hamilton, Ontario
City of Hamilton Recreation Assistance Program
Offered by Wesley Urban Ministries
In short
Provides Hamilton residents living with a low income the opportunity to participate in organized sports and recreation programs. For Families (with children under 18).
- Updated
- Link updated to the City of Hamilton's current page (checked Oct 2026).
- Who it is for
- Adults, Seniors, Families; Seniors, Family with children, Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Money to get by, People who get me, Help for my family, Rest and recreation
- Cost and access
- Free, Sliding scale, Walk in
- Where
- Hamilton Recreation Centre or Arena Lister Block Building, 3rd Floor - 28 James St. N Hamilton ON
- How to reach
- (905) 546-2424 · Website
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About this service
Provides Hamilton residents living with a low income the opportunity to participate in organized sports and recreation programs.
For Families (with children under 18)
Benefits valid for 12 months from approval date
- Free Family Participation Pass (valid for City wide drop-in recreation programs with no instructor)
- Free Family Skate Pass (valid for City wide drop-in public skates)
- 90% discount off City of Hamilton registered programs (up to $150 per child)
- 50% discount off Affiliated Minor Sport league registration fees (up to a maximum of $100 on baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and football or $150 on hockey, skating, ringette)
- 65% discount off of year round Camp Kidaca programs (up to 15 days at the base fee)
For Adults/ Seniors (no children at address)
Benefits valid for 12 months from purchase date
Adults/Seniors can choose one of the following:
- 75% off an Annual Participation or Skating Pass
- 50% off an Annual or Monthly Waterfit Pass
How do I get in touch?
Call (905) 546-2424, or use the website.
Listed in Hamilton, Ontario.
Hamilton Recreation Centre or Arena Lister Block Building, 3rd Floor - 28 James St. N Hamilton ON
Hamilton Recreation Centre or Arena Lister Block Building, 3rd Floor - 28 James St. N Hamilton ONHamilton, Ontario
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