Recreation and Parks

The Town of Pictou is a Registered HIGH FIVE® Organization

Pictou Recreation and Parks is responsible for the management of the Fisheries Training Pool, three playgrounds, the Jitney Trail and sports fields including supporting facilities. Pictou Recreation & Parks also coordinates recreational programs, such as swimming lessons, water safety, summer day camps, and youth activity programs. Throughout the year Pictou Recreation & Parks coordinates special interest programs such as photography, art and self-defence classes.

Department activities also include communications for the Town of Pictou, managing the website and social media, and coordinating events including Canada Day, Natal Day, Christmas Light-up, Volunteer Banquet, the Summer Musical Showcase, and occasional special events such as community clean-ups, Pride week and milestone anniversary type activities.

The Pictou Recreation and Parks Committee, comprised of community members and two Town Councillors, is the group designated by Town Council to directly oversee the activities of the department. The committee defines results areas for the department in accordance with the Town of Pictou vision and makes recommendations to Council on matters concerning recreation and culture in Pictou. Meetings are generally held on the last Thursday of the month in the CN Station at 6:30 pm and are open to the public.

The Pictou Recreation & Parks mission is to achieve acceptable results in the following results areas by providing advice and assistance, utilizing community assets and partnerships, and by providing direct programs, services and facilities.

Result areas are:

• Finances
• Economy
• Public Participation
• Quality of Facilities
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Equity of Access
• Health
• Community Capacity
• Community Pride and Safety

Other Resources

• Aquatics
• Recreation Programs
• Trails, Parks, Facilities
• Fields & Rentals
• Marina
• Equipment Loan Program & Self Directed Recreation Ideas

General Contact:

Michelle Young, Manager of Recreation Services
Pictou Recreation & Parks
40 Water Street, P.O. Box 640 Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0

Ph: 902-485-4372
Fax: 902-485-8110
Toll-Free: 1-877-574-2868
Email: info@townofpictou.ca

Highland Connect

Highland Connect is a simple, searchable, online guide to recreation, sport and physical activity opportunities in Pictou, Antigonish, and Guysborough Counties of Nova Scotia. Highland Connect supports healthier lifestyles for all.

Leadership and Training

Several Nova Scotia organizations offer leadership training and coaching courses.

Funding and Financial Support

For community groups, finding funding in order to enhance programs or subsidize the costs of participation to the users is sometimes a challenge. There are a variety of organizations that offer funding and financial support for recreation activities and sports programs.

Active Pictou County

The purpose of this cooperative partnership amongst four municipalities in Pictou County is to educate and motivate all citizens to increase their daily physical activity in an effort to create a happier, healthier and active community. The brand Active Pictou County was created as the driving force for this purpose. Looking to get more active or incorporate physical activity into your daily routine, visit Active Pictou County on Facebook for ideas.

Storage Lockers for Canoes, Kayaks and Paddle Boards

There are storage lockers located on the Pictou Waterfront at the Marina. If you are looking for convenient storage for your small recreational watercraft near a launch ramp please call Pictou Recreation and Parks at 902-485-4372. Individual units available, annual and monthly fees.