Vaccination Policy - As of September 22, 2021 to enter the Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre you will need to to provide proof of identification (showing name and date of birth) AND proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being granted access to City buildings, unless exempted. See the frequently asked questions COVID-19 page for more information.
Review our Recreation, Culture and Community Services COVID-19 Roadmap to Reopen below. Registration for Fall Session "B" starts the week of October 18, 2021. Learn more about programs and how to register.
What's open to the public at the QSWC
Below is a snapshot of what is physically open to the public at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre through pre-registration, booking or appointment.
We are currently in Step 3 of O. Reg. 364/20. As of September 22, 2021 proof of vaccination is required to enter the building. Once we enter the Roadmap Exit Step some of the restrictions, such as active screening and capacity limits are relaxed. Contact tracing, face covering, cleaning/disinfecting, passive screening and 6 feet physical distancing will still be required, along with proof of vaccination.
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The following services are presently operating out of the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre:
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September (with restrictions) |
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Our plan which is subject to change, is to have the following operating out of the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre come September:
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Roadmap to reopen
The Province of Ontario has announced that we will enter Step 3 of the Roadmap to Reopen as of Friday, July 16 at 12:01 a.m.
The Recreation, Culture and Community Services Department has outlined our roadmap to reopen below. Our goal is to bring back as many services as permitted under the regulations in a staggered fashion so as to not overwhelm our clients and give staff an opportunity to adjust procedures as required.
The FDC Indoor Track will remain closed until the HPEPH Vaccination Centre is no longer in operation.
Please note these plans are subject to change. Please stay tuned to social media for regular updates.
Fitness Classes and Wellness Programs |
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September - with restrictions Fall A – programs start September 13 with programs being offered back indoors at the QSWC. Some programs will continue to be offered through Zoom with some programs moving to our outdoor parks. Personal training will be offered in the workout studio, aerobics studio and some outdoor locations. Pickleball, badminton, volleyball, basketball and open gym on hold as gymnasium is being used for the HPEPH Vaccination Clinic. Workout studio will open in October/November with limited capacity. More details to come. FDC Indoor track will open September 21 with capacity limits and pre-registration required. Registration begins September 14. |
Children & Youth Programs |
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September - with restrictions Fall A – programs start September 13 with plans to move back indoors to the QSWC (Pre-school room ) and some outdoor locations with restrictions Reviewing the options to re-open the Youth Room in October with restrictions |
50+ Centre |
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September - with restrictions End of September - October calendar available for programs in 50+ Centre with allowable programming with restrictions Continue offering free Zoom and telephone programs |
QSWC Spine (Lobby) |
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September - with restrictions Access to the spine available with restrictions to those who have appointments and bookings |
HPEPH COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic |
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September - with restrictions As of August 30, clinic relocated to the gymnasium from the FDC Arena |
Ice |
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September - with restrictions Wally Dever and Mackay Arena open CAA Arena opens September 7 with restrictions FDC Arena opens September 20 with restrictions |
Pools |
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September - with restrictions Templeman Aquatic Centre open September 7 to the public with restrictions and 2nd level pool viewing area open September 7 - recreational swims and Belleville Swim Team rentals September 13 – Aquafit programs September 20 – swimming lessons |
Land Birthday Parties |
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September - with restrictions Limited offering of land birthday parties will be made available in October with registration taking place in late September. Reduced capacities and restrictions will be in place. |
Sports Fields |
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September - with restrictions Continue with bookings with restrictions |
Parks/Picnic Sites |
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September - with restrictions All parks/picnics sites available for booking with capacity limits for private rentals and public events. Consider requests for special events where possible with restrictions |
Meeting Rooms/Events |
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September - with restrictions Rentals available in Pro Shop Meeting room to minor sports groups starting September 7. Consider requests for special events where possible, with restrictions. |
Parkdale Community Centre |
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September - with restrictions Program space with restrictions with private rentals on hold until further notice |
Cooling Centre |
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September - with restrictions Cooling centre clients can access public area of the QSWC with restrictions |
Harbours |
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September - with restrictions Open with restrictions until October 19 |
Glanmore National Historic Society |
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September - with restrictions Continue to offer services with restrictions |
Community Archives |
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September - with restrictions Open to the public with capacity restrictions |
Properties Management |
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September - with restrictions Regular operations |
Reopening guidelines
Please note we are currently reviewing Step Three regulations. There will be changes to our operating protocols.
We're excited to welcome you back. Your health and safety and that of staff remains our top priority. Be sure to check out the frequently asked questions.
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Limited offering of land birthday parties will be made available in October with registration taking place in late September. Reduced capacities and restrictions will be in place. |