Garcelon Civic Center

Please be advised that the GCC Aquatic Center will be closing to the public at 5:30 on January 2nd & 3rd.

Please be advised that tomorrow's Aquastretch, Aquafit & Aquajog classes are CANCELLED. We apologize for the inconvenience, and wish you a happy holiday season!

**Important Reminder About Swimming Lessons** Swim Kids registration opens on December 23rd. Any swimmers in Swim Kids 3 or lower (including preschool) MUST have a parent/guardian aged 16 or older in the water with them during their class.

Please be see the below schedule for closures in the Aquatic Center over the holiday schedule, and have a very happy holiday season from everyone in Aquatics!

Orange Phase Covid-19 Operational Plans for each of our departments (Arena, Aquatics, Conference Rooms, Fitness Center, Walking Track) can be found at http://garcelonciviccenter.ca/orange-phase-operational-pla/

***Santa and MOE the Elf will also be collecting non-perishable items for the food bank so bring an item for Santa to pass along for you!*** Santa's Arrival and... Reverse Parade Due to the move to ORANGE Phase, the reverse parade is cancelled but Santa is still coming with extra precautions to keep him safe and healthy for Christmas Eve! Mark Downey will be joining Santa that evening and keeping people entertained in line while they wait, and the Rotary Elves will be onsite to help Santa as well! Please remember to follow all public health guidelines when on the waterfront to enjoy our Walk of Lights, on now through January 2nd.

Garcelon Civic Center Quartermain Arena Operational Guideline for COVID-19 PHASE 5 - ORANGE (Revised November 23rd, 2020) **Please note: During this phase all public skate times have been cancelled**...Continue reading

Masks are MANDATORY except: Aquatics: When entering/exiting the pool and in the water. Mandatory elsewhere, including walking on deck and in changing rooms. Gym: Mandatory at all times... Arena: Mandatory if not in "field of play" Walking track: Mandatory at all times. Conference rooms: Mandatory at all times. Common areas: Mandatory at all times. AND don't forget outside rules from GNB... Outdoor public spaces include parks, playgrounds, markets, festival sites, dog parks, and walking trails. A mask is not required while walking, jogging or cycling with people in the same bubble, where they are unlikely to encounter people, or risk coming within two metres of, people from outside their bubble. Thank you for your cooperation and as with everything Covid related, we will continue to monitor the situation and follow Province of New Brunswick regulations.

Still have questions about your specific situation and wondering who to ask? Email [email protected] and they can provide answers in 1-2 business days. Stay safe St. Stephen!

There are still a few spots left for the blood drive happening this evening at the Garcelon Civic Center...go to www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2- DONATE (1-888-236...-6283) to register for your appointment! Remember, appointments are required for donation under current Covid-19 guidelines so call them or sign up online now!

Garcelon Civic Center Updated Walking/Jogging hours on the walking track beginning Saturday, November 21st, 2020.... Users are required to check in with the main desk when they arrive. During the Orange Phase of recovery, masks must be worn AT ALL TIMES on the track, and 2m distance must be maintained at all times unless individuals live in the same household. DAILY GYM & TRACK HOURS 6:00am-8:00am (Gym & Jogging ONLY Mon/Wed/Fri; Walking ONLY Tues/Thurs) Walking ONLY 8:00am-9pm daily Gym Hours: 8:30-10am 10:30-11:30am 12pm-1pm 1:30pm-2:30pm 3pm-4pm 4:30pm-5:30pm 6pm-7pm 7:30pm-8:30pm Please note, jogging/running is only allowed at the designated times listed above and the stairs are still currently closed and not available for training. As patrons currently cannot go opposite directions, walkers will not be permitted on the track during designated jogging timeslots. For more information, please call 467-3030 and dial 0 to speak to our front desk staff. You can also leave a voicemail after business hours (Mon-Fri,8am-9pm) or e-mail us at [email protected]

Please be advised that today's Aquafit from 6:15-7:00 will be cancelled.

Please note: Tonight’s Spartan’s game is CLOSED to the public but can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/groups/320861012543003/?ref=share Go Spartans!

We will be changing our facility hours starting tomorrow, Monday, November 2nd and the changes to the walking track and gym are: Facility Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6am-10pm Friday: 6am-9pm... Saturday/holiday: 8am-9pm Sunday: 8am-10pm WALKING TRACK Walking only: 8am-9pm daily Jogging/Running only: 6am-8am Monday-Friday (except holidays) 9pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday GYM Added 9pm to 10pm slot Sunday-Thursday There are no changes to the Aquatic Center at this time. If you have any questions, please call 467-3030 x100 or email [email protected].

Please be advised that the Friday Afternoon Aquafit from 2:30-3:15 & Friday evening Aquajog, from 6:30-7:00 will both be cancelled for employee training. Aquastretch from 1:15-2:00, will still be running as normal.

We will be changing our facility hours starting Monday, November 2nd and the changes to the walking track and gym are: Facility Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6am-10pm Friday: 6am-9pm... Saturday/holiday: 8am-9pm Sunday: 8am-10pm WALKING TRACK Walking only: 8am-9pm daily Jogging/Running only: 6am-8am Monday-Friday (except holidays) 9pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday GYM Added 9pm to 10pm slot Sunday-Thursday There are no changes to the Aquatic Center at this time. If you have any questions, please call 467-3030 x100 or email [email protected].

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD 6am to 12pm We have received a component needed to complete the last part of the repair to the water valve and have to shut off the water to the facility to complete the work. We thank our patrons for their patience and look forward to seeing everyone at 12pm that day!

Want to know the answer to any of the questions below? If so, find the responses to these Municipal Rec questions at http://town.ststephen.nb.ca/covid-19/ 1. H...ow many can we fit on player benches? i.e If EDZA has a full hockey game and carries a full roster, how are they to social distance on the bench? QMJHL and MJAHL have received special exemptions from the province but what do we do about High School, AAA and minor hockey teams on benches? 2. My question is with regards to our arena, our cooling system is not a traditional in floor system and we chill the air temperature to minus 4 to 5 degrees C. Can the virus live on surfaces in our arena at these temps? 3. Will Santa Claus parades be able to operate as per normal in municipalities? Are parades allowed? 4. Special events will there be any changes to the ban after December 31? 5. Will Public Health release a guidance document for hosting safe festivals and events, and if so, when should we expect such document? 6. Socialization Programs. Members are looking for socialization programs (Coffee & Chats). Can we serve coffee/tea to members? Can members serve themselves? If so what are the guidelines to follow with serving or self-serve. 7. Recommendations for games/cards/books. Can members play cards, use shared books, or other equipment that is not as easy to sanitize after use? 8. Similarly, can members use couches and chairs that are fabric material and not easy to sanitize after use? 9. Contact Tracing/Pre-Screening. Are volunteers allowed to conduct the contact tracing and pre-screening? 10. Can we open outdoor skating rinks and if so, do the same restriction as our indoor arenas apply? 11. Beginning October 1st, Nova Scotia is allowing sports training and competitions with no physical distancing requirement for groups less than 50. Will NB be doing this and when might that take affect? 12. In the letter dated September 1, it mentions context-related factors, i.e. crowds. Could you please elaborate on this? If our spectators are seated wearing masks are they considered a crowd? Are there any measures we need to take other than physical distancing of 2m in all directions? 13. When participants are coming into the facility and have already pre-registered and we took attendance at the door, do we also need to collect names and contact info of their party? For example, if a child is in a swimming lesson, would we need their parents’ info if we already have the child’s, since we know that they were in the building at a specific date and time? See more

Parent & Tot Swim from 11-12 is cancelled due to an issue with the small pool. Aquastretch in the big pool will still be happening. The therapy pool will be open for the 2:30-3:30 Adaptive Swim. We apologize for the inconvenience.

All aqua classes cancelled for Friday, October 23rd Due to an unexpected occurrence, we have to cancel Aqua Stretch, Aquafit and Aquajog classes today. Please join us today instead for: 1:15 to 3:15 leisure swim (1/2 the big pool is lap swim, 1/2 is free swim)... 6:30 to 9:00 lap swim At this time, there is no change to our scheduled adaptive swim or swim lessons and we will update this post if this changes, or our users can call 467-3030 x100 to verify. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you can join us for our leisure and lap swims!

Masks are mandatory in the facility but can be removed once on the ice surface. Saturday, October 17, 2020 2:00-3:00pm Public Skate 6:30-8:30pm Public Skate... Sunday, October 18, 2020 8:00-9:00pm Public Skate Child's Age: 0-7 Child must be with parent/guardian at all times 8-11 Parent must check the child in at the desk and remain in the arena 12+ Child must check in at the desk; parent not required in the arena Single skate rate: $2.75 Parent & Tots $2.75 Student/Senior $3.25 Adult ALL PUBLIC SKATE TIMES: NO STICKS OR PUCKS NO SHOES ON THE ICE

We have received word that the Pro Shop will be open starting Monday, October 19th. Hours: 3-7. Mon-Thurs 3-5. Fri... 10-2 Sat For any questions, please contact the Pro Shop directly during the above hours.

For information on our updated Covid-19 Operational Plans for the arena, pool and conference rooms, please see: http://garcelonciviccenter.ca/updated-operational-plans-oc/ Also, a reminder that under our current guidelines for the walking track, running is not allowed, and walking will be the same direction daily.... Don't forget, that in response to the new mandatory order, masks are now mandatory upon entering the Garcelon Civic Center, and in all public areas and washrooms. Masks may be removed in the following areas: Aquatics: on the pool deck. Mandatory elsewhere, including changing rooms Gym: once inside the gym area only. Mandatory travelling to and from the facility. Arena: mandatory for all spectators at all times. Masks will be required in dressing rooms, combined with one metre minimum physical distancing between individuals, and on team benches for players not in rotation. Walking track: mandatory to and from the track, not mandatory when exercising on the track. Conference rooms: mandatory at all times. Thank you for your cooperation and as with everything Covid related, we will continue to monitor the situation and follow Province of New Brunswick regulations.

For more up to date information, including possible additions to the public skate schedule, please see https://townststephen-nb-ca.maxgalaxy.net/ScheduleList.aspx

Masks are mandatory in the facility but can be removed once on the ice surface. Saturday, October 10, 2020 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Public Skate 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Public Skate... Sunday, October 11, 2020 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM Public Skate 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Public Skate Monday, October 12, 2020 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM Adult Skate 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM Parent & Tots Skate 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM Public Skate 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Public Skate Child's Age: 0-7 Child must be with parent/guardian at all times 8-11 Parent must check the child in at the desk and remain in the arena 12+ Child must check in at the desk; parent not required in the arena Single skate rate: $2.75 Parent & Tots $2.75 Student/Senior $3.25 Adult

Happy Thanksgiving!! Please see below for our aquatic schedule for Thanksgiving Monday.