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# Pools, arenas and recreation centres

Canfor Leisure Pool, the Aquatic Centre renovation, public skating, City arenas, drop-in fees, the Leisure Access Program and program registration.

Updated October 2, 2026

![A packed crowd watching a hockey game inside the CN Centre arena in Prince George](https://princegeorgepulse-media.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/prince-george/guides/packed-crowd-watching-hockey-game-inside-cn-centre-15c126-1280.webp)

Photo: Canuckfan250, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

## At a glance

- The Canfor Leisure Pool (670 Quebec Street, 250-561-7636) is the City’s open pool, with a waterslide, NinjaCross course and full accessibility features.
- The Prince George Aquatic Centre is closed for renovation from January 1, 2026 until early 2028.
- A 2026 adult drop-in swim is $8.58; kids under three swim free.
- Indoor public skating usually runs October to March at the Elksentre and Kopar Memorial arenas, delivered by YMCA BC.
- Low-income residents can get 52 free swims a year through the Leisure Access Program.

The City runs Prince George’s public pools and arenas. Many programs, such as public skating, are delivered by partners like YMCA BC and neighbourhood community associations.

## Swimming

### Canfor Leisure Pool (open)

**670 Quebec Street**, downtown · 250-561-7636

The Canfor Leisure Pool is the City’s main public pool right now. It has:

- a leisure pool with play features and a large **waterslide**
- a **NinjaCross** floating obstacle course (set times on weekends and school holidays)
- lap lanes in the main and teach pools
- hot tub, sauna and steam room

The building was designed to be **fully accessible**. Features include water elevators into each pool, water-ready wheelchairs and walkers, a powered lift and adjustable change bed, Braille and high-contrast signage, and tactile floor guides from the change rooms to the water. Signs are in English and **Dakelh**, the language of the Lheidli T’enneh.

**Sensory-friendly swims** with quieter sound and dimmer lighting run on some weekday afternoons. Check the current schedule.

Fall 2026 hours (September 8 to December 31) are **6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays**, but **Monday to Thursday the pool is closed to the public from 4 to 7 p.m.** for lessons and clubs. Weekend hours are shorter: Saturday 6 to 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 9 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The pool closes on some statutory holidays; for example, it was closed September 30, 2026 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Always check the aquatics page before you go.

### Prince George Aquatic Centre (closed for renovation)

The Aquatic Centre has been **closed since January 1, 2026** for a major mechanical and building envelope upgrade, and the City expects it to reopen in **early 2028**. The City’s project page has timelines and updates.

### Swim fees (2026)

| Pass | Drop-in | 10 visits | 1 month | 12 months |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Adult (19+) | $8.58 | $73.54 | $86.91 | $792.25 |
| Youth, senior (60+), student | $6.69 | $54.60 | $69.08 | $602.82 |
| Child (3–12) | $4.57 | $39.00 | $46.80 | $429.00 |

- **Children under 3 swim free**, but must be within arm’s reach of someone 16 or older (maximum three children under 7 per adult).
- **Family rate:** first adult $6.69, each additional family member $4.57.
- **Discount swims** ($4.57) run weekdays from noon to 1 p.m. and 2 to 3 p.m., and during SD57 non-instructional days ($2.10). They don’t apply on holidays, school breaks or special events.
- A caregiver giving hands-on support to a person with a disability gets in free.
- Lockers cost $0.75.

### Lessons and passes

Register for swimming lessons and aquatic fitness, and buy passes, through the City’s **online registration system** (PerfectMind). You can also register by calling 311.

## Help with costs: the Leisure Access Program

If you live in Prince George and your household income is below Statistics Canada’s low-income line (for example, under $48,550 for a household of four), or you get the BC Seniors Supplement, you can apply for the **Leisure Access Program**. It includes:

- **52 free public swims** a year
- **75% off** swim passes once those are used
- **75% off** swim programs such as lessons (to a $50 credit)

Apply online or at the pool with **photo ID and proof of household income**. Processing usually takes a day or two on weekdays, and up to 10 days. Community agencies can also refer clients.

## Skating and arenas

### Public skating (October to March)

YMCA BC runs indoor drop-in programs at City arenas. Start and end dates vary each season:

- **Public skating:** Elksentre and Kopar Memorial arenas
- **Parent and tot skate:** Kin 2
- **Stick and puck** (all ages): Kopar Memorial, except on Spruce Kings game days
- **Adult drop-in hockey** (19+): Elksentre and Kin 2

### City arenas

| Arena | Address |
| --- | --- |
| CN Centre | 2187 Ospika Boulevard |
| Kin Centre (three arenas) | 2181 Ospika Boulevard |
| Elksentre Arena | 4833 Heather Road |
| Kopar Memorial Arena | 888 Dominion Street |

The **CN Centre** is the city’s main venue for concerts and big events, and home ice for the Prince George Cougars (WHL).

![Fans in the stands watching a game at Kopar Memorial Arena](https://princegeorgepulse-media.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/prince-george/guides/fans-stands-watching-game-kopar-memorial-arena-4dc4ed-1124.webp)

Kopar Memorial Arena, home of the Spruce Kings and a stick-and-puck venue. Photo: Canuckfan250, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

### Outdoor rinks

About two dozen neighbourhood outdoor rinks are flooded by **community association volunteers** in parks and schoolyards. Conditions depend on the weather. The City’s interactive rink map shows tentative locations. Please stay off freshly flooded or melting ice.

## Other City venues

- **Prince George Conference and Civic Centre**, 808 Canada Games Way
- **Prince George Playhouse**, 2626 Recplace Drive
- **Studio 2880**, 2880 15th Avenue
- **Exhibition Park**, 2187 Ospika Boulevard

To rent a pool, arena, park, field or school gym, see [parks and facility bookings](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/parks-and-facility-bookings/).

## Parking at the pool

Park free for up to **three hours** in the **Civic Plaza lot** across the street. On weekdays, register your plate using the QR code inside the pool. There’s also a drop-off zone, accessible stalls and EV chargers at the pool entrance. See [parking](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/parking/).

Related: [libraries](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/libraries/), [seniors and accessibility](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/seniors-and-accessibility/), [community support](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/community-support/).

## Common questions

**Is the Prince George Aquatic Centre open?**

No. The City closed the Aquatic Centre for renovation on January 1, 2026, and expects it to stay closed until early 2028. Public swimming, lessons and passes are running at the Canfor Leisure Pool downtown. Check the City’s Aquatic Centre project page for reopening updates.

**How much is a swim at the Canfor Leisure Pool?**

2026 drop-in rates are $8.58 for adults, $6.69 for youth, seniors and students, and $4.57 for children 3 to 12. Children under three swim free with a supervising person 16 or older. Multi-visit and monthly passes are available.

**Where is public skating in Prince George?**

Indoor public skating usually runs October to March at the Elksentre and Kopar Memorial arenas, delivered by YMCA BC. Community associations run outdoor rinks around the city in winter.

**Is there a discount for low-income families?**

Yes. The Leisure Access Program gives eligible low-income Prince George residents 52 free public swims, 75% off passes after that, and 75% off swim programs up to a $50 credit. Apply online or at the pool with photo ID and proof of household income.

**Where do I park for the Canfor Leisure Pool?**

Park free for up to three hours in the Civic Plaza lot across the street. On weekdays you must register your plate with the QR code inside the pool. There’s also a drop-off zone, accessible stalls and EV chargers at the pool.

## Sources

- [City of Prince George: Aquatics](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics)
- [City of Prince George: Arenas & Skating](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/arenas-skating)
- [City of Prince George: Our Civic Facilities](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/our-civic-facilities)
- [City of Prince George: Leisure Access Program](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics/leisure-access-program)

## Official links

- [Aquatics: schedules, fees and news](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics)
- [Register for programs and buy passes](https://cityofprincegeorge.perfectmind.com/23785/Clients/BookMe4?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406)
- [Aquatic Centre renovation project](https://getinvolved.princegeorge.ca/AquaticCentre)
- [Leisure Access Program application](https://www.princegeorge.ca/form/leisure-access-program-participa)
- [Arenas and skating](https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/arenas-skating)
- [CN Centre](https://www.cncentre.ca/)
- [Canfor Leisure Pool visitor guide (PDF)](https://www.princegeorge.ca/sites/default/files/2025-12/Welcome%20to%20the%20Canfor%20Leisure%20Pool%20%281%29.pdf)

## On this page

- [Swimming](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/recreation-centres-and-pools/#swimming)
- [Help with costs: the Leisure Access Program](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/recreation-centres-and-pools/#help-with-costs-the-leisure-access-program)
- [Skating and arenas](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/recreation-centres-and-pools/#skating-and-arenas)
- [Other City venues](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/recreation-centres-and-pools/#other-city-venues)
- [Parking at the pool](https://princegeorgepulse.ca/city/recreation-centres-and-pools/#parking-at-the-pool)

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## Data

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### Guide facts, FAQ and sources

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- **summary**: The Canfor Leisure Pool (670 Quebec Street, 250-561-7636) is the City’s open pool, with a waterslide, NinjaCross course and full accessibility features., The Prince George Aquatic Centre is closed for renovation from January 1, 2026 until early 2028., A 2026 adult drop-in swim is $8.58; kids under three swim free., Indoor public skating usually runs October to March at the Elksentre and Kopar Memorial arenas, delivered by YMCA BC., Low-income residents can get 52 free swims a year through the Leisure Access Program.
- **updated**: 2026-10-02T00:00:00.000Z

#### faq

| q | a |
| --- | --- |
| Is the Prince George Aquatic Centre open? | No. The City closed the Aquatic Centre for renovation on January 1, 2026, and expects it to stay closed until early 2028. Public swimming, lessons and passes a… |
| How much is a swim at the Canfor Leisure Pool? | 2026 drop-in rates are $8.58 for adults, $6.69 for youth, seniors and students, and $4.57 for children 3 to 12. Children under three swim free with a supervisi… |
| Where is public skating in Prince George? | Indoor public skating usually runs October to March at the Elksentre and Kopar Memorial arenas, delivered by YMCA BC. Community associations run outdoor rinks … |
| Is there a discount for low-income families? | Yes. The Leisure Access Program gives eligible low-income Prince George residents 52 free public swims, 75% off passes after that, and 75% off swim programs up… |
| Where do I park for the Canfor Leisure Pool? | Park free for up to three hours in the Civic Plaza lot across the street. On weekdays you must register your plate with the QR code inside the pool. There’s al… |


#### officialLinks

| label | url |
| --- | --- |
| Aquatics: schedules, fees and news | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics |
| Register for programs and buy passes | https://cityofprincegeorge.perfectmind.com/23785/Clients/BookMe4?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406 |
| Aquatic Centre renovation project | https://getinvolved.princegeorge.ca/AquaticCentre |
| Leisure Access Program application | https://www.princegeorge.ca/form/leisure-access-program-participa |
| Arenas and skating | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/arenas-skating |
| CN Centre | https://www.cncentre.ca |
| Canfor Leisure Pool visitor guide (PDF) | https://www.princegeorge.ca/sites/default/files/2025-12/Welcome%20to%20the%20Canfor%20Leisure%20Pool%20%281%29.pdf |


#### sources

| title | url |
| --- | --- |
| City of Prince George: Aquatics | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics |
| City of Prince George: Arenas & Skating | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/arenas-skating |
| City of Prince George: Our Civic Facilities | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/our-civic-facilities |
| City of Prince George: Leisure Access Program | https://www.princegeorge.ca/parks-recreation/aquatics/leisure-access-program |

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