The Municipality of Lakeshore is committed to providing our communities with high quality, accessible recreation and leisure opportunities for people of varying abilities and financial means.
People with disabilities are encouraged to participate in their choice of recreational activity, at a level of participation suitable to their ability.
Inclusive/Integrated Services
Lakeshore Recreation partners with Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society and Family Respite Services to provide support persons available to assist children in day camp programs at the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre.
How to register for Inclusive Services
If you are interested in applying for support person assistance for your child in a Lakeshore camp, call either of our two partner organizations and submit your request:
- Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society 519-252-1171
- Family Respite Services Windsor-Essex 519-972-9688
Once approved, a representative from the organization will contact Lakeshore Recreation services to arrange for the support person’s attendance.
Regular registration fees apply to all participants; support staff are not charged to attend.
Recreation Assistance Program (Funded by Pathway to Potential)
Reduced cost for program options are available for eligible families through the Pathway to Potential. Significant cost reductions are available for those that qualify.
- 90% of the registration fee for recreation, leisure, social and educational programs for eligible participants is covered through this subsidy funding program.
- Age requirements - all ages - preschool, youth, adults, seniors!
Criteria Established to Qualify for this Program |
Due to limited funding, only Lakeshore residents are eligible to apply for this subsidy program.
Annual maximum set amount as established by the Municipality of Lakeshore per person. |
How to Apply |
The following documents are required:
All applications can be submitted to the Recreation Department at recinfo@lakeshore.ca |
Third-Party Partners |
P2P and municipal Recreation departments aim to deliver a strategized approach for providing affordable access to recreation, cultural and artistic programming to Windsor-Essex residents living in low-income households. Sports leagues, non-profit organizations, recreation and culture service providers may offer subsidized programs through the 90% recreation discount. Programs may include but are not limited to:
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Further questions can be directed to 519-728-2700 or recinfo@lakeshore.ca.
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