The Cole Harbour Community Centre has relocated to an independent space within Cole Harbour Place. The centre is located on the 2nd floor above the arena. The new Cole Harbour Community Centre will continue to offer recreation programs and services within the Cole Harbour Place facility, while maintaining community-driven recreation programs and services separate from Cole Harbour Place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is happening to the Cole Harbour Community Centre?
The Cole Harbour Community Centre will be relocating to an independent space within the Cole Harbour Place facility in early 2025. The centre must relocate because it is currently operating on private property, which has been sold without the possibility for a lease renewal. The new Cole Harbour Community Centre will continue to offer recreation programs and services within the Cole Harbour Place facility, while maintaining community-driven recreation programs and services separate from Cole Harbour Place.
- Will I be able to use my HRM account to access Cole Harbour Place programs?
Yes. You can use the same account to access Cole Harbour Place and as well as any other HRM Recreation Facility. However, registration for Cole Harbour Place programs cannot be done at Cole Harbour Community Centre space and vice versa.
- Does the HRM Affordable Access Program or employee discounts apply to Cole Harbour Place Programming?
No. The HRM Affordable Access Program does not apply to Multi-district facilities, such as Cole Harbour Place. Please contact Cole Harbour Place directly, to find out about their access options. Municipal employee discounts also do not apply at Cole Harbour Place.
- Will I have to purchase a Cole Harbour Place membership to access the municipal recreation programs?
No. Halifax Recreation and Cole Harbour Place are separate entities and will remain separate with this move. You can participate in municipal rec programs without a Cole Harbour Place membership.
- Will Cole Harbour Community Centre continue to offer the same programming?
It is the municipality's intention to maintain as many of the current programs as possible as well as to offer new programs. Cole Harbour Community Centre’s space within Cole Harbour Place will be undergoing renovations and programs have been moved to alternate locations during that time. Adult fitness programs will take place at Findlay Community Centre and children’s programs will take place at schools in the Cole Harbour area. Office space for Cole Harbour Community Centre will be open and operational in Cole Harbour Place during the renovation period. Members of the public can still register for programs in-person or over the phone.
- Will program fees continue to increase due to the relocation?
No. Our program fees will not be affected by the move and will continue to follow the municipal Administrative Order and Fee By-law as approved by Regional Council.
- Will Cole Harbour Recreation Staff lose their jobs due to the relocation?
No. All staff will have the opportunity to continue instructing their current courses.
- Can I book ice times or public swims through Cole Harbour Community Centre?
No. Cole Harbour Place bookings, including the arenas and pool will continue to be done through Cole Harbour Place.
- Will community members be issued membership cards to enter the facility?
No. Memberships will not be necessary to enter the HRM Recreation space of the building. Cole Harbour Place members will not be affected by this move.
- If I have more questions or concerns, who do I contact?
If you have further questions, please contact Cole Harbour Community Centre at 902.490.4711 or by e-mailing myrec@halifax.ca
Address
New Address (as of early 2025):
51 Forest Hills Parkway
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 6C6
Hours
Current:
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Additional evening and weekend hours based on scheduled programming.
Contact Information
Phone: 902.490.4711
Fax: 902.860.4576
Facility Description
The Cole Harbour Community Centre has:
- 2 meeting rooms
- kitchen facilities
- one gender neutral washroom
- registration office
Community Developer Office
The new space within Cole Harbour Place will undergo renovations and open in late 2025. The new space will have a front desk, kitchen facilities, two accessible washrooms, two program rooms, and offices. There will also be an additional unit containing offices and storage. More details will be provided as we move through the renovation process.
Programs Offered
Visit halifax.ca/myREC to see upcoming programs in Cole Harbour and surrounding communities.
Free Equipment Available
- snowshoes
- various sports equipment
Room Rental Fees
Until the renovations are completed, Cole Harbour Recreation Centre will not be offering rentals.
- Information on User Group Categories
Youth Rates: Individuals up to and including 18 years of age. An affiliated youth sports team A sports team, 90% of whose players are 18 years of age or younger
Corporate Rates: Users who are renting on behalf of a for-profit business or entity
Community Rates: Non-profit Co-operatives Non-profit Societies Registered Charitable Organizations & Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association
Adult Rates: Individuals who are 19 years of age or older University, college, or post-secondary educational institution teams/groups
- How to Book
Before you apply for a Recreation Centre rental, download and complete a facility rental request form.
One-time bookings: For a one-time booking (birthday party, meeting, wedding, tournament, special event), contact the recreation centre directly with the completed form.
Recurring bookings: For seasonal recurring bookings, email a completed application form to the booking contact person indicated on the Recurring Rental Contact List Chart.