BGC Okanagan – Recreation Programs
General Inquiries
Phone: 250-801-3923
Email: recreationadmin@bgco.ca
Social Media:
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Winter Recreation Programs
Recreation programs are for BGC Okanagan members who want to come out to the Club and take part in a wide variety of activities that are planned around BGC Canada Core programming areas. Opportunities to develop friendships, and connect with positive role models, allows children to find a place where they belong, are cared about and where they can learn new skills. Activities create a safe and fun way for kids to spend their time during the after school hours, weekends and evenings.
The BGC Okanagan Recreation program is open year round at various times based on program offerings. View the service locations below for monthly calendars (with specific times and dates) and information about each program that is offered. Examples include activities such as community field trips, sports, BGC Canada Clubs programs, life skills, creative arts, leadership and learning.
Parents are responsible for a yearly membership and program fees. Program fees will vary dependent on the program. Financial Subsidies or Canadian Tire Jumpstart funding may be available for eligible families.
Armstrong Recreation Program Details
Download the Armstrong Club Fall 2024 Calendar by clicking here
Armstrong recreation programs are for children ages 7-12 and run on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m.
Register by clicking here
Falkland Recreation Program Details
Download the Falkland Club Fall 2024 Calendar by clicking here
Falkland recreation programs are for children ages 7-12 and run on Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m.
Register by clicking here
Enderby Recreation Program Details
Download the Enderby Club Fall 2024 Calendar by clicking here
Falkland recreation programs are for children ages 7-12 and run on Thursdays from 2-4 p.m.
Register by clicking here
Lake Country Recreation Program Details
Download the Lake Country Winter Calendar by clicking here and rec guide here
Register by clicking here
Lavington Recreation Program Details
Download the Lavington Fall 2024 Calendar by clicking here
Lavington recreation programs are for children ages 7-12 and run on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2-4 p.m.
Register by clicking here
Martin Ave. Club Recreation Program Details
Download the Martin Ave. Club Winter Calendar by clicking here and rec guide here
Download the Martin Ave. Club January FACT calendar by clicking here
Art Aspirations: At Art club you will learn about the fundamentals and techniques of drawing and painting. Discover your inner creativity, as the Art Aspirations Club is catered to the individual, so that you may develop and practice your skills at your own pace! This program is project based, with support and options given by your instructors as you go!
Family & Communities Together (FACT): Calling all families! Looking for a fun, supportive space to connect with other families in the community? Register and join us every Thursday for Families and Communities Together (FACT) at the Martin Ave Club for a FREE buffet-style meal, prepared by our amazing BGC Okanagan team, and take part in family-friendly activities! This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, share stories, and build community in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Cost: FREE but registration required at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1huI7BFTxw3unr1e4CQPzF2z3pXjhVcW-dQTEBiNusGk/viewform?ts=6644f55f&edit_requested=true
Please note: registration opens the Friday (by 5 p.m.) before each FACT session. You can’t register for multiple FACT sessions at once.
Saturday Excursions: Ahoy and off we go! Saturday Excursions a re here for kids aged 7-13 years. We will be heading off site to multiple locations to try out attractions over the Oka naga n each Saturday. Please have lunch beforehand and pack a persona I backpack with a waterbottle, change of clothes, and bathing suite, and wear closed toe shoes. Some Saturdays may require a waiver signed off beforehand, and if the waiver is not returned the day before the Excursion, the child will not be eligible to attend the excursion and are not eligible for a refund.
TGIF: TGIF is BACK! This fall we will be including a club dinner, and then wide games each evening at the club! Throughout the fall we will meet up with other clubs on TGIF EXTRAVAGANZA nights, as a separate registration! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
TGIF Extravaganza: Friday is now better than ever! We will be heading to Rutland on Nov. 1 and hosting at MACC (Martin Ave.) on Dec. 20 for a Central Club TGIF night with other clubs for dinner and a large wide game! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
Register by clicking here
Peachland Recreation Program Details
Download the Peachland Winter Calendar by clicking here and rec guide here
Art Aspirations: At Art club you will learn about the fundamentals and techniques of drawing and painting. Discover your inner creativity, as the Art Aspirations Club is catered to the individual, so that you may develop and practice your skills at your own pace! This program is project based, with support and options given by your instructors as you go!
Saturday Excursions: Ahoy and off we go! Saturday Excursions a re here for kids aged 7-13 years. We will be heading off site to multiple locations to try out attractions over the Oka naga n each Saturday. Please have lunch beforehand and pack a persona I backpack with a waterbottle, change of clothes, and bathing suite, and wear closed toe shoes. Some Saturdays may require a waiver signed off beforehand, and if the waiver is not returned the day before the Excursion, the child will not be eligible to attend the excursion and are not eligible for a refund.
Schools Out: Join us after school for BGCO Recreation/United Way’s Schools Out, now held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday! Afternoon involves snack time, free time, activity time, and a physical activity session. School’s Out programs provide educational support and homework assistance, physical activity and development, mentoring, social and emotional support, and help at-risk kids develop basic life skills. This helps increase children’s self-confidence and self-esteem, and helps them develop positive social behaviours and lifestyles.You MUST pre-register for this program.
TGIF: TGIF is BACK! This fall we will be including a club dinner, and then wide games each evening at the club! Throughout the fall we will meet up with other clubs on TGIF EXTRAVAGANZA nights, as a separate registration! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
TGIF Extravaganza: Friday is now better than ever! We will be heading to Rutland on Nov. 1 and to MACC (Martin Ave.) on Dec. 20 for a Central Club TGIF night with other clubs for dinner and a large wide game! Please arrive at the Peachland Club at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 1 as the bus will be leaving at 5:45 p.m.! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
Register by clicking here
Rutland Recreation Program Details
Download the Rutland Club Winter Calendar by clicking here
Download the Rutland Club Winter Recreation guide by clicking here
Kid Food Nation: Come on in and cook up a storm! Kid Food Nation is a national initiative that helps kids and families develop food skills through hands-on experiences related to planning, preparing, and cooking. The program also features an online hub with resources for healthy eating and meal preparation, and a national recipe competition that encourages kids to put their food literacy skills into practice and submit original, healthy, and nutritious recipes. Our Kid Food Nation online hub (kidfoodnation.com) was created by Corus Entertainment, and our program is developed through collaboration with Dietitians of Canada.
Saturday Excursions: Ahoy and off we go! Saturday Excursions a re here for kids aged 7-13 years. We will be heading off site to multiple locations to try out attractions over the Oka naga n each Saturday. Please have lunch beforehand and pack a persona I backpack with a waterbottle, change of clothes, and bathing suite, and wear closed toe shoes. Some Saturdays may require a waiver signed off beforehand, and if the waiver is not returned the day before the Excursion, the child will not be eligible to attend the excursion and are not eligible for a refund.
TGIF: TGIF is BACK! This fall we will be including a club dinner, and then wide games each evening at the club! Throughout the fall we will meet up with other clubs on TGIF EXTRAVAGANZA nights, as a separate registration! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
TGIF Extravaganza: Friday is now better than ever! We will be hosting at Rutland on Nov. 1 and visiting MACC (Martin Ave.) on Dec. 20 for a Central Club TGIF night with other clubs for dinner and a large wide game! Please arrive at the Rutland Club at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 20 as the bus will be leaving at 5:45 p.m.! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
Register by clicking here
Vernon Recreation Program Details
Download the Vernon Club December 2024 Calendar by clicking here
Vernon recreation programs are for children ages 7-12 and run on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m.
Register for Recreation Programs by clicking here
Let us plan the birthday party for you! We will provide the set-up and clean-up, while parents will have to provide the guests, cake and goodie bags. There will be lots of fun games and activities central to the theme including time to play in our gym. We will have one staff party leader present, and we ask for a minimum of one parent helper. Two weeks advance booking is required. Download the birthday party registration form here.
West Kelowna Recreation Program Details
Download the West Kelowna Club Winter Calendar by clicking here and rec guide here
Elements Club: Excited to explore STEM activities? This program is the place for you! Join us in exploring all the elements of Earth and the STEM aspects of each! This program will also deliver components of Discovery Labs, offered in other seasons! From science experiments, coding, natural sciences, to applying math concepts, the activities will be endless!|
Saturday Excursions: Ahoy and off we go! Saturday Excursions a re here for kids aged 7-13 years. We will be heading off site to multiple locations to try out attractions over the Oka naga n each Saturday. Please have lunch beforehand and pack a persona I backpack with a waterbottle, change of clothes, and bathing suite, and wear closed toe shoes. Some Saturdays may require a waiver signed off beforehand, and if the waiver is not returned the day before the Excursion, the child will not be eligible to attend the excursion and are not eligible for a refund.
TGIF: TGIF is BACK! This fall we will be including a club dinner, and then wide games each evening at the club! Throughout the fall we will meet up with other clubs on TGIF EXTRAVAGANZA nights, as a separate registration! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.
TGIF Extravaganza: Friday is now better than ever! We will be heading to Rutland on Nov. 1 and MACC (Martin Ave.) on Dec. 20 for a Central Club TGIF night with other clubs for dinner and a large wide game! Please arrive at the West Kelowna Club at 5:30 p.m. as the bus will be leaving at 5:45 p.m.! Please wear closed toes shoes for TGIF each night.