Recreation and Parks Month

June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM)

Each June, communities across Ontario celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM)—a province-wide initiative that highlights the essential role of parks and recreation in enhancing quality of life.

Recognized by municipalities, community organizations, and schools, JRPM promotes the many benefits of being active and engaged through recreational opportunities. It serves as a reminder that access to parks and recreation is a fundamental human need, supporting personal health, strong communities, and social inclusion.

JRPM is part of a national celebration, Parks and Recreation Month (PRO), and is led in partnership by Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO), the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA), and local municipalities. Together, we celebrate Ontario’s outstanding parks and recreation services and raise awareness of their vital contribution to individual, community, and environmental well-being.

Take the Pledge - Join the Challenge!

This June, alongside our free Recreation & Parks Month events, the City of Pickering is proud to participate in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge — a national initiative encouraging everyone across Canada to get active in the pursuit of being named Canada’s Most Active Community.

The winning community will receive $100,000 to support local sport and physical activity programs.

We’re asking all Pickering residents to register individually for the challenge. Everyone who signs up using a Pickering postal code will count toward our community’s total and help us compete for the top spot.

Get involved. Take the pledge. Help us bring the title and funding home to Pickering.