Fire Ban in Effect

No Outside Burning Until Further Notice

Please be advised that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has announced a Restricted Fire Zone is in effect as of Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. local time for the Northwest region.

In collaboration with this announcement, City of Kenora Fire and Emergency Services has issued a City-Wide fire ban for the City of Kenora.

All outside burning is prohibited, including brush and grass burning, backyard fire pits, or cook stoves that use solid fuels (wood or charcoal). BBQs that use propane are permitted with extreme caution.  

All burning permits are cancelled until further notice.

The City of Kenora fire ban will remain in effect until the Restricted Fire Zone is lifted by MNRF.

Have questions? Call Kenora Fire and Emergency Services

Transfer Station is Open

The Transfer Station has reopened following the flood clean-up. All services have resumed and the facility is operating its regular hours.

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Awesome Adventures Day Camp

The Moncrief Construction Sports Centre offers Awesome Adventure Day Camp for kids ages 6 to 11 years old, on PD Days, over March Break, after school, on special occasions, and during summer holidays. Each day campers will participate in fun organized activities including swimming, skating, sports, day adventures, arts and crafts and much more.

How to register

To register, contact the front desk at 807-467-2087 or email our front desk! You may also register online.

Registration for all PD Day Camps opens Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9 a.m. It closes at 9 p.m. the day before the PD day you are registering for.

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Awesome Adventures offered

View the types of Awesome Adventures Camps offered year round.

The Awesome Adventures After School Program is for kids aged 6 to 11. It provides a fun and safe place for them to hang out with friends, stay active, and enjoy various activities each day after school ends.

  • September 2026 to June 2027
  • Weekdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. 
  • Cost is $15 per day of registration or $75 per full week
  • Extended hours from 5:15 to 6:00 p.m. for an extra $5
  • Flexible daily or weekly registration
  • Registration opens Friday, June 26, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  • Register online or call us at 807-467-2087

The weekly activities include tutoring opportunities, swimming, sports and games, arts and crafts, and outdoor play. Healthy snack included.

There is a carpooling option for families registered for at least one week of the After School Program. More more information, contact us at 807-467-2087.

 

Introducing Awesome Adventures Juniors! This camp is designed for children ages 4 and 5 to enjoy outdoor fun, arts, sports, swimming, skating, community adventures, and more. There are nine weeks to choose from loaded with fun activities over the summer. 

  • Ages 4 and 5
  • June 29 to August 28
  • 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Registration opens on April 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
  • Register online 
  • Items to bring:
    • swim attire and towel
    • lunch and snacks
    • water bottle

Lots of games, arts, sports, swimming, and more for children ages 4 to 11. Some Mom time for Mom this Mother's Day weekend.

  • Ages 4 and 5: $28 per session
  • Ages 6 to 11: $20 per session
  • May 8 to 10, 2026
  • Times:
    • Friday, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., 
    • Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., and 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
    • Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • Deadline to register is May 7, 2026.

School's out, come down to the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre and participate in a day full of exciting activities, like arts and crafts, group games, swimming, and much more!

2026 PD Days: January 30, February 27, April 27, and June 8.

  • Ages 6 to 11
  • 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • $40 per child
  • Registration opens on January 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
  • Register online 
  • Items to bring:
    • swim attire and towel
    • lunch and snacks
    • water bottle
  • Extended pick-up and drop-off times available for 7:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. for $15

Outdoor fun, arts, sports, swimming, skating, community adventures, and more. There are nine weeks to choose from loaded with fun activities over the summer. 

  • Ages 6 to 11
  • June 29 to August 29
  • 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • $175 per child. 
  • Pro-rated fee for shorter weeks.
  • Registration opens on Sunday, April 12 at 9 a.m.

Day camp information

Drop off is at 8:30 a.m. and pick up is at 4:00 p.m. at the Moncrief Construction Sports Centre, 18 Mike Richards Way, unless otherwise scheduled for a specific camp. 

Parents/guardians must sign in and sign out their child each day.

Should any of these times not work for you, please contact us and we can make other arrangements.

What to bring

  • Bathing suit and towel
  • Skates and helmet
  • Outdoor clothing
  • Outdoor shoes
  • Lunch and snacks
  • Indoor shoes

We will let you know if you need to bring special equipment for a specific event.

Contact Recreation

Moncrief Construction Sports Centre
18 Mike Richards Way
Kenora, Ontario P9N 1L2

Phone: 807-467-2087

6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday

7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday

Walking track open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 

Closed on Holidays unless posted.

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