Recreation
Arboretum
Address: Island Park Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: N/A
Services: The Arboretum located on Island Park is an educational collection of 4 acres of prairie hardy trees, shrubs and vines. Serving as an outdoor classroom, the Arboretum is free to the public with a wheelchair accessible pathway, over 200 different types of plants and information stations on plants, horticulture, forestry and wildlife.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: Find out more about what makes up our prairie landscape by reading the information stations in the Arboretum.
Hours: 24/7.
B.O.S.S Dance Academy
Address: 601 Tupper Street North, Portage La Prairie, MB, R1N 1X9
Phone: (204) 794-5159
Website: https://www.bossdanceacademy.com/copy-of-home
Email: [email protected]
Services: BOSS Dance Academy aims to promote personal growth (both mentally and physically), community-building, and positive values through Dance, Theatre, Film, and Arts. BOSS Dance Academy offers a variety of dance, exercise and on stage performance classes. A typical season involves classes, competitions and a final showcase recital. For more information contact the BOSS Dance Academy staff.
Classes offered: Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Breakdancing, Latin, Ballroom, Stage Combat & Zumba
Club Snow Inc. (Snowmobile Club)
Address: 117 Bridge Road, Portage La Prairie, MB, Canada, Manitoba
Phone: 204-871-3625
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: facebook.com/portageclubsnow
Additional Information: Weather and trail conditions permitting, Club Snow Recreation member meet at Days Inn on Saturdays and Sundays to ride the local trails. The riders usually leave about 10:00 AM but often meet earlier for coffee or breakfast before the ride. All that is required for the ride is a valid snow pass on your snowmobile. the club also meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month from September to May at Days Inn at 7:30PM. Anyone is welcome to join us on our ides or to attend our meetings. Check their Facebook for current information on meetings, trail conditions, rides and other club activities
Country Lane Quilter's Guild
Address: Herman Prior Activity Centre, 40 Royal Road N, Portage la Prairie, Mb, R1N 1V1
Website: http://quiltmanitoba.weebly.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Facebook.com/countrylanequilters
Additional Information: Meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month on Crocus Room at Herman Prior Centre.
Girl Guides
Address: C/O 15 Tupper Street South, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1W7 (Trinity United Church)
Phone: 1-877-564-6188
Website: http://www.girlguides.ca/web/mb/
P.A.W.S. - Portage Animal Welfare Society
Address: 121 12th St. N.E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 4A2
Phone: General Inquiries: 204-857-PAWS (7297)
Website: http://www.portageanimalwelfaresociety.com
https://www.facebook.com/PAWSPortage
https://twitter.com/PAWSPortage
Email: [email protected]
Portage Conservatory of Music
Address: 202 5th Avenue North West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0E2
Phone: 204-857-4218
Website: http://www.portage-conservatory.com
https://www.facebook.com/PortageConservatory
Email: [email protected]
Portage Kennel Club Inc.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Portage-Kennel-ClubInc/383844068428306?ref=stream
Email: [email protected]
Portage la Prairie Heritage, Inc.
Address: 251 3rd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1L1
Phone: 204-239-1803
More About: Renovation and operation of the CPR station in Portage la Prairie. Portage la Prairie Lions Club (MD 5M District 5M-13)
Address: 290 Royal Road South.
Website: e-clubhouse.org/sites/portage_la_prairie
Portage la Prairie Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
Address: City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Ave E
Phone: 204-239-8309
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Committee holds quarterly meetings
Portage la Prairie Toastmasters Club #3064
Address: Yellowquill School Library (3000 Crescent Rd W, Portage la Prairie, MB),
Phone: 204-871-4643 – Kerri Vandenberg
204-872-4372 – Wayde Drain
Website: http://www.portagetoastmasters.com/
Additional Information: Meet every Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Portage Model Railroad Club
Address: 301 3 St NE, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1P5
Website: www.cprstationportage.ca/PMRC.html
Prairie Players
Address: c/o Portage and District Arts Centre, 11 2nd Street North East, Portage
la Prairie, MB R1N 1R8
Phone: 204-239-6029
Website: http://www.prairieplayers.ca
https://www.facebook.com/groups/prairieplayers/
Email: Prairie Players Website Comments: [email protected]
Additional Information: Prairie Players meets once a month (on the second Tuesday of each month) from September to May. There's usually a short meeting and windup in June. Meetings are held at 7pm at the William Glesby Centre, 11 2nd
Street North East, Portage la Prairie. Enter through green Stage Door on west side. Anyone interested in joining, or just seeing what Prairie Players is all about, is welcome to attend any of the meetings.
Rotary Club of Portage la Prairie
Mailing Address: C/O PO Box 754, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C2
Meetings: 2401 Saskatchewan Avenue West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 4A6
Phone: 204-872-2626
Website: https://plprotaryclub.org/
Vintage Cruisers Car Club
Address: N/A
Website: showmywheels.com/club/1/vintage-cruisers
Email: Contact form on website.
SPORTS
YOUTH & ADULT
Portage Minor Hockey Association
Address: PO Box 1145 Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3J9
Email: [email protected]
Website: portageminorhockey.com
Portage Gymnastics Club
Address: Central Plains RecPlex, 75 Centennaire Dr, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-239-4774
Email: [email protected]
Website: portagegymnastics.wordpress.com
Description: The Portage Gymnastics Club is dedicated to excellence and fun in the sport of gymnastics through programs that develop discipline, coordination, strength, flexibility, and balance. Programs include kindergym, Level 1 and 2 Girls, Level 1 and 2 Boys (up to Level 6), Pre-Competitive, and Competitive and Tiny Tots.
Manitoba Major Soccer League (Men's League)
Address: Unit A 750 Marion St . Winnipeg, MB. R2J 0K4
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-204-654-9574 (office hours Monday - Friday 8:30-4:00)
Portage Cobras, Brandon Inspire FC, Double Decker FC, Central Plains FC
Description: Men's soccer from May to October. Registration is by team only; registration online at www.mmsl.ca Late February/early March.
Website: www.mmsl.ca
Portage Jiu-Jitsu
Address: Red River College. 32-5th Street SE, Portage la Prairie
Email: See website for contact form
Website: https://www.portagejiu-jitsu.net/
Description: Jui-jitsu for ages 12 and up. Enrollment will take place after the long weekend in September at the Southport Recreation Centre.
Portage Judo Club
Address: N/A
Phone: 204-870-2295
Website: http://portagejudoclub.com
Portage Junior Rifle Club
Address: High Bluff, MB
Phone: 204-857-7184
Description: Instruction of rifle safety, handling and target practice for ages 12 up to 18. Participants may then be eligible for Hunter's Safety certificate. Enrollment will take place the first Monday in November and practice continues until the end of May. There is a Provincial Manitoba Rifle Association competition held at the end of practice with other Rifle Clubs from within the province.
Portage Minor Baseball
Email: [email protected] for general inquiries
Website: www.portageminorbaseball.com
Description: Baseball for children ages 4 to 18. Portage Minor Baseball Association is committed to the development of youth sports in Portage la Prairie. This enhances team building and friendship while developing skills in sports. There is a high level of participation and fun in every age category.
Portage Ringette
Website: http://www.portageringette.com/
Email: [email protected]
Portage Skating Club
Address: Stride Place, Island Park Royal Road South Portage, MB R1N 3C5
Phone: 204-857-7594
Email: [email protected]
Portage Youth Soccer
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.portageyouthsoccer.ca/
Facebook: @PYSAssociation or https://www.facebook.com/PYSAssociation/
Other
BDO Centre for the Community
Address: 390 1st Street North West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1Z3
Phone: 204-856-1075
Website: strideplace.com/bdo-centre
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]- Ice Booking
Services: Formerly the Centennial Arena, the BDO Centre offers access to recreational activities such as a ball hockey service, a play structure, a skate park, skating rink and a slide. The centre is also used for the Central Plains Minor
Hockey Association, the Portage Minor Hockey Association and the Portage Ringette Association.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
How to Access: For information on the BDO Centre, check the website and for all booking please use the email address listed.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Foundation
Associated with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, PCU Centre, Portage Friendship Centre, Recreational Opportunities for Children, Sport, MB
Phone:
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Portage 204-857-4397
Portage Friendship Centre 204-239-6333
Recreational Opportunities for Children 204-870-2015
Services: Assists low income families with registration and equipment for physical recreation
Child and Family Services of Central Manitoba Foundation Chance 2 Play
Address: 25 3rd Street South East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1N1
Phone: 204-857-8751
Website: https://cfscmfoundation.com/chance-2-play/
Email: Email contact form on their main website under 'Contact Us'
Child and Family Services of Central Manitoba - Chance 2 Grow
Address: 25 3rd Street South East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1N1
Phone: 204-857-8751
Website: https://cfscmfoundation.com/chance-2-grow/
Email: Email contact form on their main website under 'Contact Us'.
Prairie City Cinema
Address: 225 Prince Avenue, Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 24 Hour Movie Hotline: 204-857-9233
Website: prairiecitycinema.com
Services: The Cinema Centre features 5 screen, Dolby® and Digital Surround Sound with the latest movies now playing in theatres. 3D movies are also screened here.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Ratings: General - all may view, suitable for under 12. Parental Guidance - all may view, theme and content may not be suitable for all, most suitable for mature viewers over 12.
How to Access: Call the 24 Hour Movie Hotline or visit their website for more information, 'Now Playing' lists and times.
Crescent Lake Community Walkway
Address: Crescent Road Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 204-239-8334
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city-plap.com/
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
Services: The Community Walkway is a 2.4 meter wide, 5.3 km paved path along Crescent Lake. It features benches and reference/story points to sites of the past and heritage properties along the lake and can be used for walks, running, biking, rollerblading, etc. It has several access points along the lake as well as wheelchair accessible entry points.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: For more information on the Community Walk way, contact the city in either general inquiries or the tourism department.
Hours: 24/7.
Fort la Reine Museum
Address: 2652 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3Z9
Phone: 204-857-3259
Website: www.flrmuseum.com
Email: [email protected]
Services: Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer Village and Tourist Bureau Inc. offers a unique dedication to preserving the heritage of the Canadian Prairies and the history of the City and Municipality of Portage la Prairie. Has over 25 different
building displaying thousands of individual artifacts including indigenous artifacts and more modern pieces such as farm equipment and military artifacts from the 20th Century. The museum offers Guided Tours (Pioneers & Trail Blazers, Beaver Tales, Building of a Nation). It also offers the option of Participatory Experiences where tours can be customized through exploring the museum on assignment (free), explore and answer activities, trading games, schoolhouse lesson(s),
history writing exercises or pioneer baking.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For information please contact the Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer Village and Tourist Bureau Inc. by phone or visit their website or location for more information. Exhibit information can be found online.
Island Park
Address: Crescent Road & Royal Road. Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 204-239-8334/204-238-8337
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city.portage-la-prairie.mb.ca/
Services: Island Park features the Portage Golf Club with an 18-hole course, 4 newly resurfaced tennis courts, as well as paved roads and paths around the island for walking, jogging, cycling, or rollerblading. Splash Island Water Park, the Portage Credit Union (PCU) Centre, Mayfair Farms and the Portage Ex Campground are all located on the island. Island Park & Playground features a duck pond, cross-country ski trails, 2 washroom facilities, 3 picnic facilities with multiple picnic tables (available for events, performances), a performing stage with power outlets and wheelchair accessible pathways. The playground features greenspace, play structure, slide, benches and picnic tables.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: For more information on the Island Park and its surrounding facilities, please refer to other sections in the resource guide or contact the City of Portage la Prairie by phone, email or through their website. For more information on the performing stages or to reserve a picnic shelter, please contact the Parks Department at 204-239-8346.
Hours: 24/7
Rotary Pond Hockey Championship
Address: Crescent Lake Portage la Prairie
Phone: 204-871-4955
Email: [email protected]
Personal email information is available online.
Additional Information: Planning for their annual winter event takes place in the fall of each year.
Facebook: facebook.com/rotarypondhockey
Royal Canadian Army Cadets, Central Region, #19 Portage
Address: 143 2nd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1S1
Phone: 204-857-5831
Website: https://www.facebook.com/19RCACC/
Email: [email protected]
Services: Army cadets is a local non-profit youth organization focusing on promoting good citizenship and leadership in youth aged 12 - 18 as well as promoting physical fitness and interest in the sea, land, and air activities of the
Canadian armed forces.
Stride Place
Address: 245 Royal Road South, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 3C5 (on island park)
Phone: 204-857-7772
Website: www.strideplace.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: Stride Place is a PRRA operated facility featuring Manitoba's largest indoor wave pool, fitness center, two skating arenas, a walking track and spaces that can be rented and used for meeting rooms, trade shows, and conventions.
The Shindleman Aquatic Centre in Stride Place offers 6-25 meter swim lanes, lazy river, a tots pool area, a 212 ft water slide, hot whirlpool tub and a ramped entry. Year round public swim, swim lessons, lap swim, and pool rentals are also
available. Fitness wise, Stride Place offers a two lane, 210 meter walking track along the upper level of the Stride Arena and the Stride Place Viterra Fitness Centre. The fitness center offers access to exercise equipment, fitness classes and
personal trainer opportunities. The Stride Arena features a 2 ice pad with seats, concourse, entertainment suites, 2-lane walking track, raised media and sound rooms, multipurpose room, concessions, bar services, standing room, sound system, 4 standard size dressing rooms and washrooms. The 2 ice services offer public skating, recreational clubs
and team use and rental opportunities.
Prairie Fusion Arts And Entertainment
Address: 11 - 2nd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1R8
Phone: 204-239-6029
Box Office: 204-239-4848
Website: http://www.prairiefusion.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: Prairie Fusion Arts & Entertainment is a charitable, nonprofit organization that hosts various arts and entertainment events, classes and exhibitions. Housed within the William Glesby Centre their facilities feature a 444
seat Theatre, an Art Gallery showcasing new exhibits or installations every few months, a gift shop with art supplies and giftware from local and regional artists, and three dedicated studios for Dance, Art and Pottery Classes. Performing Arts: Dance and Theatre classes, typically including 24 weeks of classes starting in September and finish with a spring recital. Dance classes that have been offered include contemporary, Ukrainian, tap, jazz, ballet, cheer and hip hop. Art Classes and Workshops Visual Arts classes and workshops for kids, youth and adults. Classes include pottery, mixed media, drawing, and painting.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Some performance may have age restrictions.
Cost: Tickets can also be ordered online at anytime through their online box office.
Classes and Workshops have a registration fee.
How to Access: For more information visit prairiefusion.ca
Hours: Box Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10:00 am-3:00 pm.
Portage Curling Club
Address: Canad Inns Destination Centre 10-2401 Saskatchewan Avenue West, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba R1N 4A6
Phone: 204-857-5411
Website: http://www.portagecurlingclub.com/
Email: [email protected]
Portage la Prairie Five Pin Bowler's Association
Address: 34 Meighen Avenue, Portage La Prairie, MB, R1N 3G4
Phone: 204-239-1469
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Group hold meetings as required and also has an annual
general meeting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m5pba/
Portage Golf Club
Address: PO Box 715 Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C2
Phone: 204-857-6177
Website: http://www.portagegolfclub.ca/
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Portage Golf Club offers recreational and tournament golfing on a 18 hole course with a fully stocked clubhouse, pro shop and rental abilities.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Certain days are specified for members, the men's league and women's league and special tournaments.
How to Access: For more information and booking a tee time call the Portage Golf Club or visit their website or location.
Hours: N/A Tee times can be booked online or by phone. Cancellations must be made with a min. of 24 hours or a "no show" charge will be issued. Tee times booked are for 18 holes only, call the pro shop to reserve power carts. Booking is
available 7 days in advance.
Portage Gun Club
Address: 63088 Road 40 West
Phone: 204-857-7184
Jim Turner: 204-871-4958
Derek McCutcheon: 204-871-3615
Website: http://www.portagegunclub.com/
Description: Portage Plains Gun Club began in 1964 on a small acreage, owned by Frank Mason. Since those humble beginnings, we've moved to a larger facility, expanded to 5 trap ranges, hosted provincial trap shooting competitions and
added rifle & handgun ranges., certified CFO outdoor range.
Portage la Prairie Regional Library
Address : 40 - B Royal Road North, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1V1
Phone: 204-857-4271
Website: http://www.portagelibrary.com/
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Portage la Prairie Regional Library offers a variety of programs that are for all age groups and are free to access. Inter-Library Loans (ILL) is a service where Library members can borrow material from another library, within Manitoba or outside of the province. Computer services include: two Children's computers with pre-loaded children's games; public WiFi access; Public computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, CD or USB memory stick access, printing (for a small fee); laptop connections. A Multi-Purpose Room is available for rent/public use if the library does not require the space (the space holds up to a maximum of 50 people). Library Home Service, run by volunteers, enables individuals unable to visit the library to borrow physical reading materials. A Microfilm Reader/Scanner is available and attached to a laser printer; the reader is able to project microfiche and 16 to 35mm microfilm. Photocopying and printing is available in black and white (for a small fee) and is only available from the library's public computers. E-Books and E-Magazines are available through eLibraries Manitoba and RBdigital, but these materials are only accessible to Portage la Prairie Regional Library members. CELA and NNELS services are available for Portage la Prairie Regional Library members with diagnosed visual impairments. The library also has access to EBSCOhost databases, the Ancestry database, and additional websites of interest.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Membership Application Requirement: two pieces of identification with the individual's current name and address, those under the age of 18 must have their card signed by a parent/guardian. Membership types: resident, non-resident, temporary and block. Access to children's computers, wireless access and laptop access is available without charge, membership or time limit. The Multi-Purpose Room is available to groups whose aims and goals are in harmony with the library's, and is to be used for meetings, seminars and displays unless approval for any other activity is given. Library Home Services is free but limited to the residents of the City of Portage la Prairie and users must abide by the borrowing policies of the library. Users of Microfilm Reader/Public Computers: Members must present their membership card or photo ID for access, non-members will be signed on using the library's non-membership card. There is no charge for this service.
Cost: All activities are free.
Membership Fees: Non-Resident: $20.00 single or $45.00 family (membership expires one year from date of purchase). Temporary: $15.00 deposit, of which $10.00 may be refunded at the termination of the membership. Block: for resident organizations and teachers who teach within the boundaries of the funding municipalities, $60.00 annual fee for organizations and teachers teaching outside these boundaries.
Overdue Charges: All Adult and Young Adult materials: $0.25 cents/day, lost/damaged items are the patron's responsibility (reimbursement is expected).
Multi-Purpose Room Rental: Individuals and organizations may be charged a rental fee to use the Multi-Purpose Room. Departments and committees of sponsoring municipal governments to the Library, all non-profit organizations and groups, or individuals pursuing a non-commercial activity may be exempt from this rental fee unless they are hosting an event that requires paid entrance by attendees.
How to Access: Phone, email or visit our location or website.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm; Saturday, 9:30 am-5:30 pm; Closed: Sunday-Monday and all Statutory Holidays.
Additional Information: For Library members: A total of 30 items may be borrowed: 18 books - 2 weeks, 6 magazines - 1 week, 3 DVDs - 1 week, 3 CD-Audio Books - 2 weeks, Visually/Physically impaired members may borrow up to 6 CD-Audio Books. Renewals and items for reserve are also available.
Public Playgrounds
Address: Multiple locations around the city.
Phone: 204-239-8334
Republic Park: 204-857-7772 (ext. 2237)
Morrison Sports Park (Oakville): 1-204-267-2091
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city-plap.com/
Email: [email protected]
Services: There are 13 public playgrounds spread out in Portage la Prairie.
Downtown: 7th Street & Saskatchewan Avenue East: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure and a slide. BDO Centre for the Community: ball Hockey surface, play structure, skate park, skating rink and a slide.
72 3rd Street North East (Portage Evangelical Church): benches, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structure and a slide.
Island Park: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure, sand, slide and swings.
16th Street North West & McKay Avenue West: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure, sand and swings.
Koko Platz/Mellenville: Burns Bay & Ashbury Bay: benches, greenspace, monkey bars, play structure, sand, and a slide.
Caithness Street (Mellenville): benches, greenspace, play structure, slide and swings.
Meighen Street (Koko Platz Recreation Club): ball hockey surface, climbing structure, skating rink, slide and swings.
North End: 8th Street North West & 4th Avenue North West (Beaver Diamond): baseball diamonds and greenspace.
North East Park (6th Avenue North East - beside North Memorial School): baseball diamonds, basketball hoops, benches, greenspace, picnic tables, skating rink and walking path.
Prosvita Playground (3rd Street North West & 7th Avenue North West): basketball hoops, benches, greenspace, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structure, slide and swings.
Morrison Sports Park (Oakville - Manitoba 13): baseball diamonds, greenspace, monkey bars, picnic tables, soccer field(s) and swings. Morrison Sports Park can also be used for camping and reunions, washroom facilities are available.
Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park (Republic Park - Cambridge Street): 9 ball diamonds (one with lights), greenspace, 6 fenced diamonds, 1 football/rugby field, 5 soccer fields, 3 full fields, 8 mini soccer fields, 2 beach volleyball courts, batting cage and 2 washroom facilities.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
Cost: Free. Recreation at Republic Park may have a cost, refer to Republic Park under recreation on the PRRA website for more details.
How to Access: For more information on public playgrounds and the sports areas contact the city by phone, email or visit their website or location.
Hours: Any of the playgrounds can be used at anytime, 24/7. Schedules for the Republic Park and Morrison Sports Park are available through their contact information.
Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park
Address: 125 Cambridge Street, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3V6
Phone: 204-857-7772 (ext. 2237)
Websites: http://www.strideplace.ca/rotary-republic-of-manitobah-park/ or https://www.facebook.com/RepublicPark/
Email: [email protected]
Services: This is a PRRA operated facility. Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park offers 9 Ball Diamonds (one with lights), 7 Fenced Diamonds, 1 Football/Rugby field, 3 Full Soccer Pitches, 5 Regular Soccer Pitches, 8 Mini Soccer Pitches, 2 Beach Volleyball Courts, Batting Cage and Washroom facilities. The recreational facilities are used for youth, adult and club recreation. Rotary Republic Park offers 70 acres of outdoor recreational facilities, it is perfect to hold any outdoor sporting event.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost:
Ball Diamond Rate: (2020 Pricing) Youth Group: $70 game, $37 practice (3hr.), tournament rate: $125.00 per field/day 8 hours. Adult Group: $100 game, $36.50 practice -/1hour, tournament rate: $175.00 per field/day 8 hours
Soccer Field: (2020 pricing) Youth Group: $37.00, tournament rate: $105.00 per field/day 8 hours. Adult Group - Game: $75.00, Practice - /1hour: $26.50, /Rec per use: $55.00, tournament rate: $160.00 per field/day 8 hours.
Beach Volleyball Court: All Users: free.
Batting Cages: All Users: free.
Additional services such as: line painting baseball ($32.00/app), line painting football ($165.00/app), line painting rugby ($150.00/app), lights - diamond 9 ($35.00), In-field raking ($25/per rake/per diamond), and portable fencing ($75.00/diamond).
How to Access: For information please contact Stride Place at 1-204-857-7772 (ext. 2237) or email [email protected]
Hours: 7:00am – 11:00pm
School Playgrounds in Portage la Prairie
Address(s): École Arthur Meighen, 201 River Road
École Crescentview: 751 Crescent Road Road
Fort la Reine: 36 - 13th Street North West
La Verendrye: 500 - 7th Avenue North West
North Memorial: 410 - 6th Avenue North East
Oakville: Box 130, 88 Pth 331 Oakville
Red River College: 32 - 5th Street South East
Yellowquill: P.O. Box 1000 - 3000 Crescent Road West
Westpark: P.O. Box 91 - 2375 Saskatchewan Avenue West
Phone: School Division Office: 204-857-8756
Fax: School Division Office: 204-239-5998
Website: http://www.plpsd.mb.ca/
Services: There are a number of playgrounds in Portage, some of which are located at schools, others in neighbourhoods. Those located at schools are at Arthur Meighen, Crescentview, Fort la Reine, La Verendrye, North Memorial, Oakville, Red River College, Yellowquill and Westpark. Features include balance beam, baseball diamonds, basketball hoops, benches, greenspaces, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structures, running track, sand, slides, soccer fields, swings and tires. Each school doesn't have all these amenities, specific information can be found in the school's description under Education or by checking out the location, or by looking at the individual's school's descriptions under Education.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: See the school's playground description in Education under the school's name or check out the locations.
Hours: 24/7. During the school year, it should be taken into consideration that playgrounds are used by the school during school hours, but may still be used after school hours. Red River College and Westpark School are not under the Portage la Prairie School Division.
Southport Bowling
Address: 75 Centennaire Dr, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-6050
Website: https://centralplainsrecplex.com/12/bowling
Email: [email protected]
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information call Southport Bowl or the Central Plains RecPlex, email or visit the Southport website
Southport Golf Club
Address: 2655 Musketeer Road East, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-3174
Recreation Desk: 204-428-6050
Toll free: 1-800-558-4680
Website: https://www.southportgolfclub.ca/
Services: The Southport Golf Club features a 9-hole golf course (that can be played as an 18-hole par 72 course when alternation tee boxes), a driving range, pro shop and fully licensed clubhouse. It offers golf lessons, golf club fitting, repair and regripping.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information or to book a tee time, tournament or golf lessons contact the Southport Golf Club by phone. More information can be found through phone, email or visiting Southport's website or location.
Central Plains Recplex
Address: 75 Centennaire Drive, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-6050
Toll free: 1-800-558-4680
Fax: 204-428-6036
Website: http://www.centralplainsrecplex.com
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Central Plains RecPlex features a Rock Wall, Full weight room with a large selection of free weights, a cardio room with treadmills, stationary bikes and stair climbers and a large gymnasium that can fit six badminton courts, three volleyball courts or a full size basketball court along with equipment for almost
every sport.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information contact the Central Plains RecPlex by phone, email or visiting Southport's website or location.
Splash Island Water Park
Address: PO Box 1059, 260 Royal Road South, Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C5
Phone: 204-857-7722
Website: splashisland.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: This is a PRRA operated facility. Splash Island outdoor water park features aesthetic fountains and mini geysers, bubbler bench, three 25-meter swimming lanes, a lazy river, non-slip decking and a zero-depth beach-like entry.
This facility is seasonal and only operates in the summer (exact dates can be found by contacting the stride place or Splash Island or visiting their stride place/Splash Island website. Swim lessons, public swim and pool rentals are available.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Children 10 years & under must be accompanied by an adult. All children 8 years & under must remain within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian at all times. Swimmers must be a minimum of 4 feet in height to slide down the Splash Attack or Funnel Tunnel.
How to Access: For general information please contact the Splash Island Water
Park desk at 204-239-8399 or the stride place at 204-857-7772.
Additional Information: The pool is closed if the weather outside is less than 10°C
Address: Island Park Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: N/A
Services: The Arboretum located on Island Park is an educational collection of 4 acres of prairie hardy trees, shrubs and vines. Serving as an outdoor classroom, the Arboretum is free to the public with a wheelchair accessible pathway, over 200 different types of plants and information stations on plants, horticulture, forestry and wildlife.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: Find out more about what makes up our prairie landscape by reading the information stations in the Arboretum.
Hours: 24/7.
B.O.S.S Dance Academy
Address: 601 Tupper Street North, Portage La Prairie, MB, R1N 1X9
Phone: (204) 794-5159
Website: https://www.bossdanceacademy.com/copy-of-home
Email: [email protected]
Services: BOSS Dance Academy aims to promote personal growth (both mentally and physically), community-building, and positive values through Dance, Theatre, Film, and Arts. BOSS Dance Academy offers a variety of dance, exercise and on stage performance classes. A typical season involves classes, competitions and a final showcase recital. For more information contact the BOSS Dance Academy staff.
Classes offered: Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Breakdancing, Latin, Ballroom, Stage Combat & Zumba
Club Snow Inc. (Snowmobile Club)
Address: 117 Bridge Road, Portage La Prairie, MB, Canada, Manitoba
Phone: 204-871-3625
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: facebook.com/portageclubsnow
Additional Information: Weather and trail conditions permitting, Club Snow Recreation member meet at Days Inn on Saturdays and Sundays to ride the local trails. The riders usually leave about 10:00 AM but often meet earlier for coffee or breakfast before the ride. All that is required for the ride is a valid snow pass on your snowmobile. the club also meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month from September to May at Days Inn at 7:30PM. Anyone is welcome to join us on our ides or to attend our meetings. Check their Facebook for current information on meetings, trail conditions, rides and other club activities
Country Lane Quilter's Guild
Address: Herman Prior Activity Centre, 40 Royal Road N, Portage la Prairie, Mb, R1N 1V1
Website: http://quiltmanitoba.weebly.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Facebook.com/countrylanequilters
Additional Information: Meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month on Crocus Room at Herman Prior Centre.
Girl Guides
Address: C/O 15 Tupper Street South, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1W7 (Trinity United Church)
Phone: 1-877-564-6188
Website: http://www.girlguides.ca/web/mb/
P.A.W.S. - Portage Animal Welfare Society
Address: 121 12th St. N.E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 4A2
Phone: General Inquiries: 204-857-PAWS (7297)
Website: http://www.portageanimalwelfaresociety.com
https://www.facebook.com/PAWSPortage
https://twitter.com/PAWSPortage
Email: [email protected]
Portage Conservatory of Music
Address: 202 5th Avenue North West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0E2
Phone: 204-857-4218
Website: http://www.portage-conservatory.com
https://www.facebook.com/PortageConservatory
Email: [email protected]
Portage Kennel Club Inc.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Portage-Kennel-ClubInc/383844068428306?ref=stream
Email: [email protected]
Portage la Prairie Heritage, Inc.
Address: 251 3rd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1L1
Phone: 204-239-1803
More About: Renovation and operation of the CPR station in Portage la Prairie. Portage la Prairie Lions Club (MD 5M District 5M-13)
Address: 290 Royal Road South.
Website: e-clubhouse.org/sites/portage_la_prairie
Portage la Prairie Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
Address: City Hall, 97 Saskatchewan Ave E
Phone: 204-239-8309
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Committee holds quarterly meetings
Portage la Prairie Toastmasters Club #3064
Address: Yellowquill School Library (3000 Crescent Rd W, Portage la Prairie, MB),
Phone: 204-871-4643 – Kerri Vandenberg
204-872-4372 – Wayde Drain
Website: http://www.portagetoastmasters.com/
Additional Information: Meet every Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Portage Model Railroad Club
Address: 301 3 St NE, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1P5
Website: www.cprstationportage.ca/PMRC.html
Prairie Players
Address: c/o Portage and District Arts Centre, 11 2nd Street North East, Portage
la Prairie, MB R1N 1R8
Phone: 204-239-6029
Website: http://www.prairieplayers.ca
https://www.facebook.com/groups/prairieplayers/
Email: Prairie Players Website Comments: [email protected]
Additional Information: Prairie Players meets once a month (on the second Tuesday of each month) from September to May. There's usually a short meeting and windup in June. Meetings are held at 7pm at the William Glesby Centre, 11 2nd
Street North East, Portage la Prairie. Enter through green Stage Door on west side. Anyone interested in joining, or just seeing what Prairie Players is all about, is welcome to attend any of the meetings.
Rotary Club of Portage la Prairie
Mailing Address: C/O PO Box 754, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C2
Meetings: 2401 Saskatchewan Avenue West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 4A6
Phone: 204-872-2626
Website: https://plprotaryclub.org/
Vintage Cruisers Car Club
Address: N/A
Website: showmywheels.com/club/1/vintage-cruisers
Email: Contact form on website.
SPORTS
YOUTH & ADULT
Portage Minor Hockey Association
Address: PO Box 1145 Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3J9
Email: [email protected]
Website: portageminorhockey.com
Portage Gymnastics Club
Address: Central Plains RecPlex, 75 Centennaire Dr, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-239-4774
Email: [email protected]
Website: portagegymnastics.wordpress.com
Description: The Portage Gymnastics Club is dedicated to excellence and fun in the sport of gymnastics through programs that develop discipline, coordination, strength, flexibility, and balance. Programs include kindergym, Level 1 and 2 Girls, Level 1 and 2 Boys (up to Level 6), Pre-Competitive, and Competitive and Tiny Tots.
Manitoba Major Soccer League (Men's League)
Address: Unit A 750 Marion St . Winnipeg, MB. R2J 0K4
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-204-654-9574 (office hours Monday - Friday 8:30-4:00)
Portage Cobras, Brandon Inspire FC, Double Decker FC, Central Plains FC
Description: Men's soccer from May to October. Registration is by team only; registration online at www.mmsl.ca Late February/early March.
Website: www.mmsl.ca
Portage Jiu-Jitsu
Address: Red River College. 32-5th Street SE, Portage la Prairie
Email: See website for contact form
Website: https://www.portagejiu-jitsu.net/
Description: Jui-jitsu for ages 12 and up. Enrollment will take place after the long weekend in September at the Southport Recreation Centre.
Portage Judo Club
Address: N/A
Phone: 204-870-2295
Website: http://portagejudoclub.com
Portage Junior Rifle Club
Address: High Bluff, MB
Phone: 204-857-7184
Description: Instruction of rifle safety, handling and target practice for ages 12 up to 18. Participants may then be eligible for Hunter's Safety certificate. Enrollment will take place the first Monday in November and practice continues until the end of May. There is a Provincial Manitoba Rifle Association competition held at the end of practice with other Rifle Clubs from within the province.
Portage Minor Baseball
Email: [email protected] for general inquiries
Website: www.portageminorbaseball.com
Description: Baseball for children ages 4 to 18. Portage Minor Baseball Association is committed to the development of youth sports in Portage la Prairie. This enhances team building and friendship while developing skills in sports. There is a high level of participation and fun in every age category.
Portage Ringette
Website: http://www.portageringette.com/
Email: [email protected]
Portage Skating Club
Address: Stride Place, Island Park Royal Road South Portage, MB R1N 3C5
Phone: 204-857-7594
Email: [email protected]
Portage Youth Soccer
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.portageyouthsoccer.ca/
Facebook: @PYSAssociation or https://www.facebook.com/PYSAssociation/
Other
BDO Centre for the Community
Address: 390 1st Street North West, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1Z3
Phone: 204-856-1075
Website: strideplace.com/bdo-centre
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]- Ice Booking
Services: Formerly the Centennial Arena, the BDO Centre offers access to recreational activities such as a ball hockey service, a play structure, a skate park, skating rink and a slide. The centre is also used for the Central Plains Minor
Hockey Association, the Portage Minor Hockey Association and the Portage Ringette Association.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
How to Access: For information on the BDO Centre, check the website and for all booking please use the email address listed.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Foundation
Associated with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, PCU Centre, Portage Friendship Centre, Recreational Opportunities for Children, Sport, MB
Phone:
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Portage 204-857-4397
Portage Friendship Centre 204-239-6333
Recreational Opportunities for Children 204-870-2015
Services: Assists low income families with registration and equipment for physical recreation
Child and Family Services of Central Manitoba Foundation Chance 2 Play
Address: 25 3rd Street South East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1N1
Phone: 204-857-8751
Website: https://cfscmfoundation.com/chance-2-play/
Email: Email contact form on their main website under 'Contact Us'
Child and Family Services of Central Manitoba - Chance 2 Grow
Address: 25 3rd Street South East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1N1
Phone: 204-857-8751
Website: https://cfscmfoundation.com/chance-2-grow/
Email: Email contact form on their main website under 'Contact Us'.
Prairie City Cinema
Address: 225 Prince Avenue, Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 24 Hour Movie Hotline: 204-857-9233
Website: prairiecitycinema.com
Services: The Cinema Centre features 5 screen, Dolby® and Digital Surround Sound with the latest movies now playing in theatres. 3D movies are also screened here.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Ratings: General - all may view, suitable for under 12. Parental Guidance - all may view, theme and content may not be suitable for all, most suitable for mature viewers over 12.
How to Access: Call the 24 Hour Movie Hotline or visit their website for more information, 'Now Playing' lists and times.
Crescent Lake Community Walkway
Address: Crescent Road Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 204-239-8334
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city-plap.com/
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
Services: The Community Walkway is a 2.4 meter wide, 5.3 km paved path along Crescent Lake. It features benches and reference/story points to sites of the past and heritage properties along the lake and can be used for walks, running, biking, rollerblading, etc. It has several access points along the lake as well as wheelchair accessible entry points.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: For more information on the Community Walk way, contact the city in either general inquiries or the tourism department.
Hours: 24/7.
Fort la Reine Museum
Address: 2652 Saskatchewan Avenue East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3Z9
Phone: 204-857-3259
Website: www.flrmuseum.com
Email: [email protected]
Services: Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer Village and Tourist Bureau Inc. offers a unique dedication to preserving the heritage of the Canadian Prairies and the history of the City and Municipality of Portage la Prairie. Has over 25 different
building displaying thousands of individual artifacts including indigenous artifacts and more modern pieces such as farm equipment and military artifacts from the 20th Century. The museum offers Guided Tours (Pioneers & Trail Blazers, Beaver Tales, Building of a Nation). It also offers the option of Participatory Experiences where tours can be customized through exploring the museum on assignment (free), explore and answer activities, trading games, schoolhouse lesson(s),
history writing exercises or pioneer baking.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For information please contact the Fort la Reine Museum, Pioneer Village and Tourist Bureau Inc. by phone or visit their website or location for more information. Exhibit information can be found online.
Island Park
Address: Crescent Road & Royal Road. Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB
Phone: 204-239-8334/204-238-8337
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city.portage-la-prairie.mb.ca/
Services: Island Park features the Portage Golf Club with an 18-hole course, 4 newly resurfaced tennis courts, as well as paved roads and paths around the island for walking, jogging, cycling, or rollerblading. Splash Island Water Park, the Portage Credit Union (PCU) Centre, Mayfair Farms and the Portage Ex Campground are all located on the island. Island Park & Playground features a duck pond, cross-country ski trails, 2 washroom facilities, 3 picnic facilities with multiple picnic tables (available for events, performances), a performing stage with power outlets and wheelchair accessible pathways. The playground features greenspace, play structure, slide, benches and picnic tables.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: For more information on the Island Park and its surrounding facilities, please refer to other sections in the resource guide or contact the City of Portage la Prairie by phone, email or through their website. For more information on the performing stages or to reserve a picnic shelter, please contact the Parks Department at 204-239-8346.
Hours: 24/7
Rotary Pond Hockey Championship
Address: Crescent Lake Portage la Prairie
Phone: 204-871-4955
Email: [email protected]
Personal email information is available online.
Additional Information: Planning for their annual winter event takes place in the fall of each year.
Facebook: facebook.com/rotarypondhockey
Royal Canadian Army Cadets, Central Region, #19 Portage
Address: 143 2nd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 1S1
Phone: 204-857-5831
Website: https://www.facebook.com/19RCACC/
Email: [email protected]
Services: Army cadets is a local non-profit youth organization focusing on promoting good citizenship and leadership in youth aged 12 - 18 as well as promoting physical fitness and interest in the sea, land, and air activities of the
Canadian armed forces.
Stride Place
Address: 245 Royal Road South, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 3C5 (on island park)
Phone: 204-857-7772
Website: www.strideplace.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: Stride Place is a PRRA operated facility featuring Manitoba's largest indoor wave pool, fitness center, two skating arenas, a walking track and spaces that can be rented and used for meeting rooms, trade shows, and conventions.
The Shindleman Aquatic Centre in Stride Place offers 6-25 meter swim lanes, lazy river, a tots pool area, a 212 ft water slide, hot whirlpool tub and a ramped entry. Year round public swim, swim lessons, lap swim, and pool rentals are also
available. Fitness wise, Stride Place offers a two lane, 210 meter walking track along the upper level of the Stride Arena and the Stride Place Viterra Fitness Centre. The fitness center offers access to exercise equipment, fitness classes and
personal trainer opportunities. The Stride Arena features a 2 ice pad with seats, concourse, entertainment suites, 2-lane walking track, raised media and sound rooms, multipurpose room, concessions, bar services, standing room, sound system, 4 standard size dressing rooms and washrooms. The 2 ice services offer public skating, recreational clubs
and team use and rental opportunities.
Prairie Fusion Arts And Entertainment
Address: 11 - 2nd Street North East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1R8
Phone: 204-239-6029
Box Office: 204-239-4848
Website: http://www.prairiefusion.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: Prairie Fusion Arts & Entertainment is a charitable, nonprofit organization that hosts various arts and entertainment events, classes and exhibitions. Housed within the William Glesby Centre their facilities feature a 444
seat Theatre, an Art Gallery showcasing new exhibits or installations every few months, a gift shop with art supplies and giftware from local and regional artists, and three dedicated studios for Dance, Art and Pottery Classes. Performing Arts: Dance and Theatre classes, typically including 24 weeks of classes starting in September and finish with a spring recital. Dance classes that have been offered include contemporary, Ukrainian, tap, jazz, ballet, cheer and hip hop. Art Classes and Workshops Visual Arts classes and workshops for kids, youth and adults. Classes include pottery, mixed media, drawing, and painting.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Some performance may have age restrictions.
Cost: Tickets can also be ordered online at anytime through their online box office.
Classes and Workshops have a registration fee.
How to Access: For more information visit prairiefusion.ca
Hours: Box Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10:00 am-3:00 pm.
Portage Curling Club
Address: Canad Inns Destination Centre 10-2401 Saskatchewan Avenue West, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba R1N 4A6
Phone: 204-857-5411
Website: http://www.portagecurlingclub.com/
Email: [email protected]
Portage la Prairie Five Pin Bowler's Association
Address: 34 Meighen Avenue, Portage La Prairie, MB, R1N 3G4
Phone: 204-239-1469
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information: Group hold meetings as required and also has an annual
general meeting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/m5pba/
Portage Golf Club
Address: PO Box 715 Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C2
Phone: 204-857-6177
Website: http://www.portagegolfclub.ca/
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Portage Golf Club offers recreational and tournament golfing on a 18 hole course with a fully stocked clubhouse, pro shop and rental abilities.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Certain days are specified for members, the men's league and women's league and special tournaments.
How to Access: For more information and booking a tee time call the Portage Golf Club or visit their website or location.
Hours: N/A Tee times can be booked online or by phone. Cancellations must be made with a min. of 24 hours or a "no show" charge will be issued. Tee times booked are for 18 holes only, call the pro shop to reserve power carts. Booking is
available 7 days in advance.
Portage Gun Club
Address: 63088 Road 40 West
Phone: 204-857-7184
Jim Turner: 204-871-4958
Derek McCutcheon: 204-871-3615
Website: http://www.portagegunclub.com/
Description: Portage Plains Gun Club began in 1964 on a small acreage, owned by Frank Mason. Since those humble beginnings, we've moved to a larger facility, expanded to 5 trap ranges, hosted provincial trap shooting competitions and
added rifle & handgun ranges., certified CFO outdoor range.
Portage la Prairie Regional Library
Address : 40 - B Royal Road North, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1V1
Phone: 204-857-4271
Website: http://www.portagelibrary.com/
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Portage la Prairie Regional Library offers a variety of programs that are for all age groups and are free to access. Inter-Library Loans (ILL) is a service where Library members can borrow material from another library, within Manitoba or outside of the province. Computer services include: two Children's computers with pre-loaded children's games; public WiFi access; Public computer workstations with Microsoft Office software, CD or USB memory stick access, printing (for a small fee); laptop connections. A Multi-Purpose Room is available for rent/public use if the library does not require the space (the space holds up to a maximum of 50 people). Library Home Service, run by volunteers, enables individuals unable to visit the library to borrow physical reading materials. A Microfilm Reader/Scanner is available and attached to a laser printer; the reader is able to project microfiche and 16 to 35mm microfilm. Photocopying and printing is available in black and white (for a small fee) and is only available from the library's public computers. E-Books and E-Magazines are available through eLibraries Manitoba and RBdigital, but these materials are only accessible to Portage la Prairie Regional Library members. CELA and NNELS services are available for Portage la Prairie Regional Library members with diagnosed visual impairments. The library also has access to EBSCOhost databases, the Ancestry database, and additional websites of interest.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Membership Application Requirement: two pieces of identification with the individual's current name and address, those under the age of 18 must have their card signed by a parent/guardian. Membership types: resident, non-resident, temporary and block. Access to children's computers, wireless access and laptop access is available without charge, membership or time limit. The Multi-Purpose Room is available to groups whose aims and goals are in harmony with the library's, and is to be used for meetings, seminars and displays unless approval for any other activity is given. Library Home Services is free but limited to the residents of the City of Portage la Prairie and users must abide by the borrowing policies of the library. Users of Microfilm Reader/Public Computers: Members must present their membership card or photo ID for access, non-members will be signed on using the library's non-membership card. There is no charge for this service.
Cost: All activities are free.
Membership Fees: Non-Resident: $20.00 single or $45.00 family (membership expires one year from date of purchase). Temporary: $15.00 deposit, of which $10.00 may be refunded at the termination of the membership. Block: for resident organizations and teachers who teach within the boundaries of the funding municipalities, $60.00 annual fee for organizations and teachers teaching outside these boundaries.
Overdue Charges: All Adult and Young Adult materials: $0.25 cents/day, lost/damaged items are the patron's responsibility (reimbursement is expected).
Multi-Purpose Room Rental: Individuals and organizations may be charged a rental fee to use the Multi-Purpose Room. Departments and committees of sponsoring municipal governments to the Library, all non-profit organizations and groups, or individuals pursuing a non-commercial activity may be exempt from this rental fee unless they are hosting an event that requires paid entrance by attendees.
How to Access: Phone, email or visit our location or website.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm; Saturday, 9:30 am-5:30 pm; Closed: Sunday-Monday and all Statutory Holidays.
Additional Information: For Library members: A total of 30 items may be borrowed: 18 books - 2 weeks, 6 magazines - 1 week, 3 DVDs - 1 week, 3 CD-Audio Books - 2 weeks, Visually/Physically impaired members may borrow up to 6 CD-Audio Books. Renewals and items for reserve are also available.
Public Playgrounds
Address: Multiple locations around the city.
Phone: 204-239-8334
Republic Park: 204-857-7772 (ext. 2237)
Morrison Sports Park (Oakville): 1-204-267-2091
Fax: N/A
Website: http://www.city-plap.com/
Email: [email protected]
Services: There are 13 public playgrounds spread out in Portage la Prairie.
Downtown: 7th Street & Saskatchewan Avenue East: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure and a slide. BDO Centre for the Community: ball Hockey surface, play structure, skate park, skating rink and a slide.
72 3rd Street North East (Portage Evangelical Church): benches, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structure and a slide.
Island Park: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure, sand, slide and swings.
16th Street North West & McKay Avenue West: benches, greenspace, picnic tables, play structure, sand and swings.
Koko Platz/Mellenville: Burns Bay & Ashbury Bay: benches, greenspace, monkey bars, play structure, sand, and a slide.
Caithness Street (Mellenville): benches, greenspace, play structure, slide and swings.
Meighen Street (Koko Platz Recreation Club): ball hockey surface, climbing structure, skating rink, slide and swings.
North End: 8th Street North West & 4th Avenue North West (Beaver Diamond): baseball diamonds and greenspace.
North East Park (6th Avenue North East - beside North Memorial School): baseball diamonds, basketball hoops, benches, greenspace, picnic tables, skating rink and walking path.
Prosvita Playground (3rd Street North West & 7th Avenue North West): basketball hoops, benches, greenspace, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structure, slide and swings.
Morrison Sports Park (Oakville - Manitoba 13): baseball diamonds, greenspace, monkey bars, picnic tables, soccer field(s) and swings. Morrison Sports Park can also be used for camping and reunions, washroom facilities are available.
Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park (Republic Park - Cambridge Street): 9 ball diamonds (one with lights), greenspace, 6 fenced diamonds, 1 football/rugby field, 5 soccer fields, 3 full fields, 8 mini soccer fields, 2 beach volleyball courts, batting cage and 2 washroom facilities.
Eligibility: Anyone: all ages.
Cost: Free. Recreation at Republic Park may have a cost, refer to Republic Park under recreation on the PRRA website for more details.
How to Access: For more information on public playgrounds and the sports areas contact the city by phone, email or visit their website or location.
Hours: Any of the playgrounds can be used at anytime, 24/7. Schedules for the Republic Park and Morrison Sports Park are available through their contact information.
Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park
Address: 125 Cambridge Street, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3V6
Phone: 204-857-7772 (ext. 2237)
Websites: http://www.strideplace.ca/rotary-republic-of-manitobah-park/ or https://www.facebook.com/RepublicPark/
Email: [email protected]
Services: This is a PRRA operated facility. Rotary Republic of Manitobah Park offers 9 Ball Diamonds (one with lights), 7 Fenced Diamonds, 1 Football/Rugby field, 3 Full Soccer Pitches, 5 Regular Soccer Pitches, 8 Mini Soccer Pitches, 2 Beach Volleyball Courts, Batting Cage and Washroom facilities. The recreational facilities are used for youth, adult and club recreation. Rotary Republic Park offers 70 acres of outdoor recreational facilities, it is perfect to hold any outdoor sporting event.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost:
Ball Diamond Rate: (2020 Pricing) Youth Group: $70 game, $37 practice (3hr.), tournament rate: $125.00 per field/day 8 hours. Adult Group: $100 game, $36.50 practice -/1hour, tournament rate: $175.00 per field/day 8 hours
Soccer Field: (2020 pricing) Youth Group: $37.00, tournament rate: $105.00 per field/day 8 hours. Adult Group - Game: $75.00, Practice - /1hour: $26.50, /Rec per use: $55.00, tournament rate: $160.00 per field/day 8 hours.
Beach Volleyball Court: All Users: free.
Batting Cages: All Users: free.
Additional services such as: line painting baseball ($32.00/app), line painting football ($165.00/app), line painting rugby ($150.00/app), lights - diamond 9 ($35.00), In-field raking ($25/per rake/per diamond), and portable fencing ($75.00/diamond).
How to Access: For information please contact Stride Place at 1-204-857-7772 (ext. 2237) or email [email protected]
Hours: 7:00am – 11:00pm
School Playgrounds in Portage la Prairie
Address(s): École Arthur Meighen, 201 River Road
École Crescentview: 751 Crescent Road Road
Fort la Reine: 36 - 13th Street North West
La Verendrye: 500 - 7th Avenue North West
North Memorial: 410 - 6th Avenue North East
Oakville: Box 130, 88 Pth 331 Oakville
Red River College: 32 - 5th Street South East
Yellowquill: P.O. Box 1000 - 3000 Crescent Road West
Westpark: P.O. Box 91 - 2375 Saskatchewan Avenue West
Phone: School Division Office: 204-857-8756
Fax: School Division Office: 204-239-5998
Website: http://www.plpsd.mb.ca/
Services: There are a number of playgrounds in Portage, some of which are located at schools, others in neighbourhoods. Those located at schools are at Arthur Meighen, Crescentview, Fort la Reine, La Verendrye, North Memorial, Oakville, Red River College, Yellowquill and Westpark. Features include balance beam, baseball diamonds, basketball hoops, benches, greenspaces, monkey bars, picnic tables, play structures, running track, sand, slides, soccer fields, swings and tires. Each school doesn't have all these amenities, specific information can be found in the school's description under Education or by checking out the location, or by looking at the individual's school's descriptions under Education.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
Cost: Free.
How to Access: See the school's playground description in Education under the school's name or check out the locations.
Hours: 24/7. During the school year, it should be taken into consideration that playgrounds are used by the school during school hours, but may still be used after school hours. Red River College and Westpark School are not under the Portage la Prairie School Division.
Southport Bowling
Address: 75 Centennaire Dr, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-6050
Website: https://centralplainsrecplex.com/12/bowling
Email: [email protected]
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information call Southport Bowl or the Central Plains RecPlex, email or visit the Southport website
Southport Golf Club
Address: 2655 Musketeer Road East, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-3174
Recreation Desk: 204-428-6050
Toll free: 1-800-558-4680
Website: https://www.southportgolfclub.ca/
Services: The Southport Golf Club features a 9-hole golf course (that can be played as an 18-hole par 72 course when alternation tee boxes), a driving range, pro shop and fully licensed clubhouse. It offers golf lessons, golf club fitting, repair and regripping.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information or to book a tee time, tournament or golf lessons contact the Southport Golf Club by phone. More information can be found through phone, email or visiting Southport's website or location.
Central Plains Recplex
Address: 75 Centennaire Drive, Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Phone: 204-428-6050
Toll free: 1-800-558-4680
Fax: 204-428-6036
Website: http://www.centralplainsrecplex.com
Email: [email protected]
Services: The Central Plains RecPlex features a Rock Wall, Full weight room with a large selection of free weights, a cardio room with treadmills, stationary bikes and stair climbers and a large gymnasium that can fit six badminton courts, three volleyball courts or a full size basketball court along with equipment for almost
every sport.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages.
How to Access: For more information contact the Central Plains RecPlex by phone, email or visiting Southport's website or location.
Splash Island Water Park
Address: PO Box 1059, 260 Royal Road South, Island Park, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3C5
Phone: 204-857-7722
Website: splashisland.ca
Email: [email protected]
Services: This is a PRRA operated facility. Splash Island outdoor water park features aesthetic fountains and mini geysers, bubbler bench, three 25-meter swimming lanes, a lazy river, non-slip decking and a zero-depth beach-like entry.
This facility is seasonal and only operates in the summer (exact dates can be found by contacting the stride place or Splash Island or visiting their stride place/Splash Island website. Swim lessons, public swim and pool rentals are available.
Eligibility: Anyone - all ages. Children 10 years & under must be accompanied by an adult. All children 8 years & under must remain within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian at all times. Swimmers must be a minimum of 4 feet in height to slide down the Splash Attack or Funnel Tunnel.
How to Access: For general information please contact the Splash Island Water
Park desk at 204-239-8399 or the stride place at 204-857-7772.
Additional Information: The pool is closed if the weather outside is less than 10°C
PCRC Main Line: 204-240-7272
PCRC Email: [email protected]
PCRC Website: http://www.portagecrc.com
PCRC Address: B-56 Royal Road N, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1V1
PCRC Email: [email protected]
PCRC Website: http://www.portagecrc.com
PCRC Address: B-56 Royal Road N, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1V1
