Program Guide and Registration

Winter/Spring Programs

Our Winter/Spring Program and Activity Guide is available. See registration dates below. For any questions, send an email to the Program Coord inator. Make the most out of this winter in the Township of Russell!

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Registration Dates - Winter/Spring Programs
Program	Registration Dates
Pickleball	Changes to Pickleball Registration Registration will follow a lottery-style random selection process. Participants may choose up to three sessions and submit their registration requests in person at the Sports Dome, by phone at 613-443-9272, or via an online form which will be sent by email on December 20^th to those who registered or were on the waitlist last year. We will be accepting registration requests from December 20^th to January 10^th. Link to online form Selected participants must pay the program fees by January 20^th to secure their spot. This method ensures equitable participation by allowing each participant to register for only one class per session, thereby accommodating a greater variety of players.
Adult Programs	Residents: Starting January 6, 2025 at 9:00a.m. Non-Residents: Starting January 13, 2025 at 9:00a.m.
Children and Youth Programs	Residents: Starting January 9, 2029 at 9:00a.m. Non-Residents: Starting January 15, 2025 at 9:00a.m.

Registering Online

Online registrations will no longer be available after the first session of the program.

Online Account

You already have an account if you or a member of your family registered for a program, bought a dome membership, rented a hall or are using or used daycare services at St-Jean/La Croisée. Please send an email to the Parks and Recreation Department to access your account.

If you are a new user, you must create a family account by selecting Create Family Account option.

If you have difficulty finding the program, click on the Filters tab on your left to refine your search. Click the Apply button when you are done.

Payments

All online registrations must be paid in total using a valid credit card (MasterCard or Visa).

Any credits on your account will automatically be applied to the total balance due.

All online transaction will be subject to an administrative fee. This fee is non-refundable.

Summer Camps

The Township offers daily Summer Camps from 6:30a.m. to 6:00p.m. Camp Moustiques and Kaboum will run from June 24 to August 23. Camp Sunshine, Lightning and Xtreme will run from July 2 to August 30.

Prices

Price is per child per day.

Residents

$33 early bird
$43 after June 9

Non-residents

$43 early bird
$53 after June 9

Camp Moustiques

Ages 4 to 8.

This French camp offers exciting themes and activities each week. Activities include games, arts and crafts, recreation swimming, outdoor activities, water activities and more!

Location: Embrun High School.

Camp Kaboum

Ages 9 to 12.

This French camp is perfect for your pre-teen! Sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games and much more!

Location: Embrun High School.

Camp Sunshine

Ages 4 to 6. English camp.

Each week brings a new theme. Enjoy games, arts and crafts, recreational swimming, outdoor activities, water activities and much more!

Location: Frank Kinnaird Hall, Russell Arena.

Camp Lightning

Ages 7 to 9. English camp.

Calling all kids! We take camp to a whole new level. Take part in sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games and much more!

Location: Russell Sports and Youth Centre - 988 Concession Street, Russell.

Camp Xtreme

Ages 10 to 12. English camp.

Calling all pre-teens! We take camp to a whole new level. Take part in sports, games, swimming, outdoor activities, water games and much more!

Location: Russell Sports and Youth Centre - 988 Concession Street, Russell.

Important Information

At the time of printing the program guide, the 2024-2025 school calendars were not available for all school boards. Should any changes need to be made, the online registration system will reflect the right information.
Refund Policy: Withdrawal from a week or a day of camp will be refunded if the Township is notified two weeks in advance. A $10 administrative fee will be applied for each $100 transaction.
No outings have been scheduled other than going to the pool. Instead, we are planning to have special guests at camp every week. This will keep the registration fee accessible to all.
No registration will be taken at the camp the same day. You must register online on the Thursday before the desired camp week.
Only children who have reached the age of 4 can participate in the camp.
Any child in diapers will be refused access to camp.
If you register your child in the wrong age group, the Township reserves the right to withdraw your child from the camp. We will do our best to switch them to another camp depending on availability. A refund will be provided if no alternative can be found.

Babysitting Course

Dance Programs – JB Danceworkz

In partnership with the Township of Russell, JB Danceworkz offer recreational and competitive dance programs. Look at the school website for more details.

Refunds

A refund will be issued for any program cancelled by the Township.
The administrative fee for online payment is not refundable even if the course is cancelled.
If you withdraw from a program, your application must be sent to us 2 days after the first class.
A pro-rated refund will be issued only for medical reasons with a doctor's note.
An administrative fee of $10 will be applicable for all transactions over $100.
No refund will be given for a class cancelled due to the weather or a situation beyond our control.

Receipts

Please print receipts for your records and income tax purposes.