New Year's Eve

 2021 Event Information

Presented by Shannon Deckers, Remax Grey Bruce Realty is held at the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre and YMCA Owen Sound.

Admission is by donation. We do ask that everyone attending wear a mask unless indicated, we would like to continue to offer events such as this in the future! Let's all do our part.

Please see "VACCINATION POLICY BELOW" as part of your planning when attending this event.

The City of Owen Sound in partnership with the YMCA Owen Sound's annual New Year's Eve Family Celebration is the best way for families with children 12 and under to celebrate the New Year.  In partnership with the YMCA, this alcohol-free extravaganza features lots of activities and fun! See schedule below for more details:

As we all navigate through Covid-19 we do ask for your patience and understanding. Some access is restricted by #'s. 

Family Swim (POOL)

Due to capacity #'s the pool will be restricted and access will be granted on a 1st come basis.

The Leisure Pool is restricted to to 40 people at any given time (adults & children are all counted as individuals). No exceptions. The LANE POOL WILL NOT BE OPEN. 

* All children must be accompanied in the pool & gym by a parent or legal guardian. 
Children 6 - 9 years require 1 parent to 4 children
Children 0 - 5 years require 1 parent to 2 children

Changerooms must be cleared before the next group may enter.  In consideration for others, we ask that when your swim time is done, you quickly move through the dressing​​​ changeroom and to your next activity so that other families can enjoy the pool. 

Masks are required at all times in the changerooms and on deck until entering the pool. Hooks for masks are located throughout the pool deck area.  Please ensure you dry your face after exiting the pool and before you don your mask.

3 sessions will be offered

Session 1 - 4:00  - 4:45 PM

Session 2 - 5:00  - 5:45 PM 

Session 3 - 6:00 - 6:45 PM

Fun in the Gymnasium 

Masks are required for all individuals ages 2 and over at all times while in the facility. There is a maximum of 50 in the gym at one time. 

Session 1 - 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

Session 2 - 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM 

Session 3 - 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Ice Skating

4:00 - 7:00 PM - Ice Skating (both ice pads will be open and monitored). Masks are not required on the ice surface but are required in the hallways and dressing rooms. 

Activities

4:00 PM - 6:45 PM - this area will be monitored; masks must be worn.

1. Crafts Table
2. Scouts car decorating & race track
3. Cupcake and cookie decorating

Photo Booth

4:00 - 6:45 PM Visit Shannon Deckers, Remax Grey Bruce Realty at the Photo Booth for your New Years Eve Photo.

Countdown and Balloon Drop!

7:05PM

 VACCINATION POLICY

In accordance with the Ministry of Health “Proof of Vaccination Guidance” (Ontario Regulation 364/20 Section 2.1 of Schedule 1) relating to recreation facilities, please be advised that effective Wednesday, September 22, 2021, individuals wishing to access the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre or the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre are required to show:

• Proof of identification (photo ID or for those under 18, a provincial health card); and,
• Proof of being fully vaccinated.

A person is considered fully vaccinated if they have received a full series of a Covid-19 vaccine authorized by Health Canada (or combination of vaccines), or one or two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine not authorized by Health Canada, followed by one dose of a Covid-19 mRNA vaccine authorized by Health Canada. The vaccination must have been administered at least 14 days prior to the date of admission.

Proof of vaccination and identification also applies to those entering indoor meeting and event spaces, including the banquet halls at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre. 

A full list of exemptions can be found on the Provincial website, however, the following are noted:

• Does not apply to children under the age of 12.
• Does not apply to people entering the facilities to pick up food, making a retail purchase or using the washroom.
• Does not apply to youth under the age of 18 who are entering the indoor sport and recreation facility for the purpose of participating in an organized sport.
• A medical exemption in accordance with the Provincial Regulation which includes identification and a written document from a qualified person as per the Regulation.

These exemptions do not apply to those under 18 who are entering an indoor facility as a fan or to use a gym or exercise equipment.

Additionally, as of September 22, 2021, all YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce Health & Fitness members and visitors who are 12 years and older, will be required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series.

Children that require adult accompaniment, must be accompanied by an adult that meets vaccination requirements.

Facility users will be asked to use the Ontario government’s vaccine verification tool once implemented to demonstrate proof of vaccination.

Please remember the Julie McArthur Regional Rec Centre and YMCA Owen Sound is a Nut-Aware Facility.  Please avoid bringing nuts or nut products into the building.

Any other questions or concerns can be directed to the Events Assistant via email or by calling 519.376.4440 ext. 1237