Parks and Recreation Ontario

Message from the President and CEO: Making the C.A.S.E. ............................................................ 1

Making the C.A.S.E. through Public Policy ......................................................................................... 2

Making the C.A.S.E. through Local Action ........................................................................................... 4

Making the C.A.S.E. through Essential Knowledge ........................................................................... 6

Making the C.A.S.E. through Quality Assurance ................................................................................ 7

Financial Statements ............................................................................................................................. 10

Community Commitment ....................................................................................................................... 14

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P a r k s a n d r e C r e a T i o n o n T a r i o 2 0 1 0 a n n u a l r e P o r T

About Parks and Recreation Ontario

VisionParks and recreation ontario (Pro) is recognized as the expert on the value and importance of leisure to people and communities in ontario.

MissionPro is an all-inclusive, not-for-profit corporation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the people of ontario. Pro fulfills this mandate by collaborating with stakeholders to influence decisions and policies that support the benefits of recreation through information, advocacy and research and the development of innovative and relevant products and services.

Strategic Goals 2008 – 2011

Public PolicyPositively influence public policy and legislation through advocacy and research in order to enhance the position of parks, recreation and physical activity.

Local Actionenhance the position of recreation and parks in local communities through the development of tools and resources.

Essential Knowledgeincrease the skills and knowledge of professionals and volunteers so they are better able to manage issues relevant to the recreation and parks sector.

Quality Assuranceassess the need and establish quality assurance and standards for recreation and parks in order to equip the sector with the capacity to measure, to improve and to account for performance.

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Making the C.A.S.E. for Creative Active Sustainable Communities

reflecting on 2010, it is amazing to see how Parks and recreation ontario members and stakeholders have used the power of recreation and parks to build Creative active sustainable environments. We know that recreation and parks are essential for overcoming some of today’s toughest economic and social challenges. Parks contribute to social cohesion and environmental sustainability. recreation builds healthy bodies and healthy minds, reducing our reliance on an overburdened health care system. simply said, recreation and parks are good for the fiscal, physical and social health of ontario and its citizens.

Through education, research, quality assurance standards and advocacy, Pro has worked diligently over the past year to support communities as they Make their C.a.s.e. Pro began the year by reviewing and updating its governance and by-laws in order to operate more efficiently and effectively, better serve members and align the resources of the association with the priorities of the recreation and parks industry. as well, Pro conducted a membership survey and is using the results to help improve services and increase our reach. We continue to collaborate with a wide range of allied organizations, from health to education to social services, who share our vision that everyone in ontario should have access to recreation and parks in their community.

Pro strengthened its commitment to offering the most comprehensive and relevant education and training program for recreation and parks and increased our reach through new web-based learning and online resources. excellence and quality assurance are also high priorities for the sector, and Pro has responded by updating and revitalizing elements of the HiGH FiVe® quality assurance standard. We’re proud also to be able to offer HiGH FiVe® training in both official languages.

Built on a foundation of excellence in education and quality, Pro has been able to provide a strong and unified voice for the sector. Pro has capitalized on opportunities to influence decision makers at the local and provincial level by leading cross-sectoral coalitions on issues such as the HsT and by publishing position papers and government submissions. at Pro, we want to be sure that policy decisions are made which value the critical role that recreation and parks play in creating and maintaining healthy and economically stable communities.

We all have a role to play in Making the C.a.s.e. Together we can create a lasting legacy for the future of a healthier ontario.

liz Weaver larry ketcheson President Ceo

a Message from the President and Ceo


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everyday in recreation and parks, we work to provide people with opportunities to be active and engaged in our cities, towns and neighbourhoods. it’s at the heart of what recreation and parks provide: quality of life. at Parks and recreation ontario, we strive to be active and engaged on policy issues that have a direct impact on the recreation and parks sector in ontario.

everyone benefits from a strong, unified voice for the sector. Pro seeks to work collaboratively with members, stakeholders and allied organizations to promote the importance and benefits of recreation and parks in ontario.

PRO’s Policy Action Plan - Track emerging issues - Conduct research - engage and mobilize - Create tools and resources - Work collaboratively

2010 Policy HighlightsBuilding on strong, collaborative partnerships and a solid relationship with government, Pro has been able to positively influence public policy in several areas. Pro’s policy agenda comprises a variety of important matters including infrastructure renewal, access to recreation, community use of schools, youth engagement, reconnecting children with nature and much more. 2010 was a busy year, and Pro was able to have an impact on a variety of issues.

Aligning Provincial Health and Tax PolicyPro continued to lead a coalition of provincial sport and recreation organizations concerned with the impact of the harmonized tax (HsT). The coalition advocated for measures that would mitigate the impact of the HsT. While we were not able to gain a full exemption for sport and recreation program fees and facility rentals, the provincial government did introduce a refundable Children’s activity Credit to help families with program registration fees.

Full-Day Learning and RecreationThe provincial government has taken bold steps to strengthen the early learning system for children in ontario. Within the context of the changes to the education act and Full-day learning for 4 and 5 year olds, Pro provided advice to the Ministry of education. Pro stressed that that community partnerships between education and recreation would benefit both families and children and that community recreation is a vital part of healthy child development.

Infrastructureas the infrastructure stimulus dollars flowed into communities, Pro began to track the impact of those investments on communities. Pro will continue to be a lead advocate for dedicated funding for sport, recreation and green infrastructure.

Making the C.a.s.e. though Public Policy

Recreation and parks is a billion dollar industry in Ontario with the power to help transform lives and solve some of today’s toughest social challenges.


Since 2007, more than $900 million has been invested in sport and recreation infrastructure in Ontario by all levels of government.

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Reconnecting Children with Naturein association with the royal Botanical Gardens and ontario nature, Pro began a project to develop tools and influence policy that will help reconnect children with nature.

A Coordinated Approach to Health Promotionit is estimated that physical inactivity costs local and provincial government in ontario between $2.2 and $2.5 billion a year in direct and indirect health care costs. The burden of a sedentary lifestyle has caught up with the population and, if trends continue in this direction, government will no longer be able to afford to provide health care for those who need it. Pro believes that recreation and parks are crucial to overcoming this challenge. in 2010, Pro worked with many ministries across government to align policies to support health promotion and active living.

Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Poverty Reduction Strategy affordable access to recreationMinistry of Education Community use of schools Full-day learningMinistry of Finance Pre-Budget ConsultationsMinistry of Health Promotion and Sport affordable access to recreation Policy development and Community Workshops after school initiative HiGH FiVe® Training within Public Health HiGH FiVe® and intentional Youth development Training for the after school initiative infrastructure renewal strategy Municipal Performance Measurement renewal of the Provincial recreation Policy statement Value and Benefits of recreation Youth engagementMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Municipal Performance Measurement ProgramMinistry of Revenue Harmonized sales TaxMinistry of Transportation active TransportationOntario Seniors’ Secretariat recreation for older adults

don drummond, Td Bank’s former chief economist, “Preventing illness and promoting healthy living would almost certainly form a cornerstone of a holistic strategy… Ultimately, the most effective way of lowering costs in the health care system will be to ensure that fewer people are in need of expensive care.” Charting a Path to sustainable Health Care in ontario


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By providing community leaders with resources that promote the value and benefits of recreation and parks, Pro continues to help make the C.a.s.e. for Creative active sustainable Communities. in 2010, Pro launched a new database and website that connects communities and makes it easier for all stakeholders to access the information and resources they need to make a difference in their community.

Engaging OntariansRecreation and Parks Montheach June, hundreds of communities across ontario celebrate recreation and Parks Month. in 2010, Pro was joined by a number of provincial partners for this initiative. The Heart and stroke Foundation, ontario Parks association, ontario Public Health association, ontario recreation Facilities association, ontario society of Physical activity Promoters in Public Health, ontario Trails Council and the sport alliance were all united in their efforts to improve the quality of life by promoting the benefits that recreation and parks provide to communities and to ontario’s citizens.

Municipal ActionFor the first time, Pro published a Municipal election Platform, an introduction for elected officials on how recreation and parks can help build vibrant communities and overcome the significant economic and social challenges facing communities today. The Platform was successfully launched at the 2010 association of Municipalities Conference in Windsor, just before the fall election.

Youth EngagementPlay WorksPro is one of eight provincial organizations that make up Play Works, the ontario Partnership for active and engaged Youth. The Play Works Youth Friendly recognition Program creates a standard for sustained and meaningful youth engagement and involvement. There are now 37 formally-recognized Youth Friendly Communities in ontario that are helping to empower youth and to build healthier and more socially responsible communities.

Provincial PartnershipsThrough partnerships and collaborative action, Pro is expanding its reach and having a positive impact in communities. Pro is an active member of several coalitions including:•BacktoNatureCollaborative•OntarioAfterSchoolCollaborative•OntarioChronicDiseasePreventionAlliance•OntarioCollaborativeonHealthyEatingandPhysicalActivity•OntarioTaskGrouponAffordableAccesstoRecreation•Play,Live,BeTobacco-Free•PlayWorks•SparkTogetherforHealthyKids(HeartandStrokeFoundation)

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National ActionPro is pleased to be a member of the renewed Canadian Parks and recreation association, a national alliance of provincial and territorial partners. Pro works with these partners on important issues such as infrastructure, youth engagement, changes to the long-form census and the Canadian sport Policy renewal.

in 2010, Pro contributed significantly to the national recreation database, hosted by the lifestyle information network (lin.ca) through projects such as the development of legislative audit tools for recreation and parks.

“85% of Ontario residents can easily walk from their home to a park, playground or other open space.” Use of Benefits of Local Government Recreation and Parks Service: An Ontario Perspective

There are over 17,000 resources available free of charge in the National Recreation Database at lin.ca. $2M worth of resources are downloaded from the Database each year.


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Pro is committed to increasing the skills and knowledge of professionals and volunteers so they are better able to manage issues relevant to the parks and recreation sector today. Pro offers a wide range of educational and training opportunities, from face-to-face annual conferences and half-day and day-long workshops to virtual webinars.

each year, Pro connects with more than 10,000 individuals who attend education and training events. Here are some of the highlights from 2010.

Annual EventsPro’s annual training events provide leaders in recreation and parks, public health, education, elected officials, students and interested citizens with the finest educational opportunities. 2010 National Exchange and Educational Forum and Trade Show•HeldinNiagaraFalls,over650delegates,exhibitors,speakersandguestsparticipatedinsixty sessions and events.•TheNationalExchangebroughtdelegatesfromacrossCanadatodiscussissuesofcountry-wide significance.PRO Aquatics Conference•HeldatTheRosseauResortinMuskoka,the37thannualaquatictrainingeventdrewover200 participants who took part in over 35 sessions.MBA Symposium 10 for Managers and Staff of Youth Development Programs•ThisSymposium,theMoreandBetterApproach,providedtrainingandtoolstohelpcommunities improve the breadth and quality of their services for youth. in 2010, more than 90 participants came from as far away as iqaluit representing a wide range of sectors including employment, recreation and public and mental health.

WorkshopsWith the support of local hosts, Pro was able to present over 30 workshops in communities across the province. in addition to webinars, introduced in 2009, in 2010 new online training programs in Customer service and Marketing were launched. additional highlights included:•WebinarsonPositivelyPositioningParksandRecreationServices,VolunteerScreeningandSpecial events.•AMiddleManagementWorkshopforthoseontheupwardmove.•CommunityDevelopmentandAccessPolicyworkshops.•AseriesofPositiveYouthDevelopmentworkshopsforstaffwhoworkwithadolescentyouth.

HIGH FIVE® OntarioTo date in ontario, more than: •45,000leadershavebeentrainedinthePrinciplesofHealthy Child development (PHCd);•5,500peoplehaveacquiredskillstoassesspolicies,procedures and programs through QuesT – the Quality experience scanning Tool; and•550HIGHFIVE® Trainers have been trained.


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Quality assurance is a mark of excellence that provides recognition of an organization’s commitment to constant improvement. Parks and recreation ontario supports the development of standards that enhance quality service delivery and asset management and equips the sector with the tools and resources necessary to ensure quality and high performance.

HIGH FIVE®

Founded in 2001 by Parks and recreation ontario, HiGH FiVe® is Canada’s only quality standard for children’s sport and recreation programs. it represents a true commitment to quality recreation, sport and play and is based on research involving child development experts, recreation and sport professionals, families and leaders.

Building on the core objective to create exceptional quality assurance systems in ontario, Pro also supports the delivery of the HiGH FiVe® standard throughout Canada. Here are some of the achievements from 2010.

•Morethan500,000childrenincommunitiesacrossCanadaarebenefitingfromparticipatingin programs guided by HiGH FiVe®. •230organizationsareinvolvedasRegisteredandAccreditedOrganizationsincludingmunicipalities, Boys and Girls Clubs, YMCa/YWCa, academic institutions and sport organizations. •15AccreditedOrganizationshaveachievedthehighestlevelofexcellenceforqualityassurance.•15CollegesandUniversitiesaredeliveringPrinciplesofHealthyChildDevelopment(PHCD)to recreation and leisure studies students. •ThedevelopmentofQUEST1onlinetraining.•ThedevelopmentofanewGuidetoPoliciesandProceduresforenhancedriskmanagement.•ThecompletionofcustomizedPHCDtrainingforaquaticLeaders.•HIGHFIVE® was a recommended standard in the Federal/Provincial/Territorial after-school Physical activity Workshop report. •QualityAssuranceForumswereheldacrosstheprovincetosharebestpracticesandtobenchmark standards of care with regard to service delivery standards for children aged 6 to 12.

After School InitiativePro has continued to support the Ministry of Health Promotion and sport in its after school initiative by providing leaders and staff in participating organizations across ontario with 100% subsidized access to training to enhance the quality of programs for children and youth. Pro offered in-person training in the HiGH FiVe® Principles of Healthy Child development, Becoming a High Five® Trainer, and online training in intentional Youth development and QuesT 1.

Access to RecreationPro created and delivered a workshop across ontario to help municipalities and non-profit organizations develop policy standards that will increase access to recreation for ontarians. Youth Friendly Community Recognition ProgramThe 16 criteria for Youth Friendly Communities have become a benchmark for excellence in youth engagement. Communities strive for Bronze, silver, Gold or Platinum Community Builder designation, encouraging and challenging leaders and youth to work together for active and engaged communities.


Making the C.a.s.e. through Quality assurance

The HIGH FIVE® Principles of Health Child Development

A Caring Adult

Friends

Participation

Play

Mastery

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Treasurer’s ReportThe 2010 audited financial statement for Parks and recreation ontario indicates a sound financial state that is in line with originally set targets, including a small surplus. The statements reflect priority outputs and outcomes in the core areas of membership services, contract services, communication and public relations, education and training, and the HiGH FiVe® standard.

in 2010, the Pro Board of directors and staff initiated the implementation of a financial risk management process that will help effectively allocate resources, reduce loss, identify potential risks, seize opportunities and improve deployment of capital. a new risk Management Committee will establish and achieve annual and long-term financial performance goals. Pro has also commenced work on a Code of Conduct to ensure effective compliance controls are in place for all areas of labour relations requiring the protection, safety and health of staff and volunteers. Furthermore, a purchasing policy is currently in development that will place internal controls on financial procurement, reporting and fund raising.

Pro’s new governance structure supports this work to minimize Pro’s exposure to potential risk and improve control procedures.

in closing, our progress is due in large to the strong support and dedication of our staff, Board of directors, partners and members. Pro will continue to respond to the support from our members and partners with valuable programs to enhance the quality of life for ontarians.

Derek Edwards, Treasurer

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Financial reports

To the Members of Parks and Recreation Ontario

We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Parks and recreation ontario, which comprise the statement of financial position as at december 31, 2010, and the statements of changes in net assets, operations and cash flows for the year then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information.

Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements

Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with Canadian accounting standards, and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

Auditor’s Responsibility

our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement.

an audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. in making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. an audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.

We believe, except as explained in the following paragraph, the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

in common with many notforprofit organizations, the Parks and recreation ontario derives revenues from membership fees, the completeness of which is not susceptible to satisfactory audit verification. accordingly, our verification of these revenues was limited to the amounts recorded in the records of the organization and we were not able to determine whether any adjustments might be necessary to revenues, contribution to reserve and net assets.

Opinion

in our opinion, except for the effects of adjustments, if any, which we might have determined to be necessary had we been able to satisfy ourselves as to the completeness of revenue, as described in the preceding paragraph, these financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Parks and recreation ontario as at december 31, 2010 and the results of its operations and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian accounting standards.

Mississauga, Ontario Gilmore & Company LLP Chartered Accountants February 28, 2011 Licensed Public Accountants

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statement of Financial Positionas at december 31, 2010

2010 2009

ASSETS

Current

Cash and short-term investments $ 523,035 $ 253,879

accounts receivable 227,139 220,238

Prepaid expenses 85,206 87,650

835,380 561,767

Property and equipment (note 4) 17,075 22,498

$ 852,455 $ 584,265

LIABILITIES

Current

accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 117,292 $ 194,849

deferred contributions 526,997 217,638

644,289 412,487

NET ASSETS

invested in property and equipment 17,075 22,498

unrestricted 149,726 127,915

internally restricted 41,365 21,365

208,166 171,778

$ 852,455 $ 584,265

statement of Changes in net assetsFor the year ended december 31, 2010

2010 2009 invested in property and internally equipment unrestricted restricted Total Total

Balance, beginning of year $ 22,498 $ 127,915 $ 21,365 $ 171,778 $ 162,753

Contribution to: reserve (5,423) 21,811 - 16,388 14,025Projects - - - - (5,000) research - - 20,000 20,000 - and development

Balance, end of year $ 17,075 $ 149,726 $ 41,365 $ 208,166 $ 171,778

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statement of operationsFor the year ended december 31, 2010

2010 2009

Core revenue

Corporate services $ 156,709 $ 152,542

education and training 572,292 461,739

HiGH FiVe 722,656 540,106

Communications and public relations 43,516 94,369

Membership services 136,558 152,962

Contract services 441,083 246,904

2,072,814 1,648,622

Core expenses

Corporate services 299,385 290,867

amortization 5,423 7,186

education and training 461,040 388,144

HiGH FiVe 637,436 493,759

Communications and public relations 141,068 119,262

Membership services 107,518 111,245

Contract services 404,556 224,134

2,056,426 1,634,597

Core revenue in excess of expenses 16,388 14,025

Project revenue 299,418 811,533

Project expenses 299,418 811,533

Project revenue in excess of expenses - -

Contribution to reserve $ 16,388 $ 14,025

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statement of Cash FlowsFor the year ended december 31, 2010

2010 2009

Cash provided by (used in):

Operating activities

excess of revenues over expenses for the year $ 16,388 $ 14,025

Changes in noncash working capital items:

accounts receivable (6,901) (31,825)

Prepaids and deposits 2,444 12,541

accounts payable and accrued liabilities (77,557) 65,275

deferred revenue 309,359 (216,983)

depreciation 5,423 7,186

249,156 (149,781)

Investing activity

Purchase of property and equipment - (13,968)

Contribution to projects - (5,000)

Contribution to research and development 20,000 -

20,000 (18,968)

net increase (decrease) in cash 269,156 (168,749)

Cash and shortterm investments, beginning of year 253,879 422,628

Cash and shortterm investments, end of year $ 523,035 $ 253,879

notes to Financial statementsdecember 31, 2010 1. Purpose of the organization Parks and recreation ontario was created to enhance the quality of life, health and well being of people, their communities and their environments. Parks and recreation ontario is incorporated under the Corporations act of ontario as a notforprofit organization. The organization is exempt from income taxes as long as it complies with the applicable provisions of the income Tax act.

2. Significant accounting policiesProperty and equipmentProperty and equipment are recorded at cost. amortization is provided using the declining balance method at the following annual rates: Computer equipment 30% Furniture and fixtures 20%leasehold improvements are amortized on a straightline basis over five years.

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Revenue recognitionParks and recreation ontario follows the deferral method of accounting for contributions. restricted contributions are recognized as revenue in the year in which the related expenses are incurred. unrestricted contributions are recognized as revenue when received or when receivable if the amount to be received can be reasonably estimated and collection is reasonably assured.

Contributed servicesGiven the difficulty of determining their fair value, contributed services are not recognized in the finan-cial statements.

Deferred contributionsdeferred contributions represent unspent resources received or receivable in the previous and current periods, externally restricted for operating funding of subsequent periods.

Investmentsinvestments are carried at the lower of cost and market value.

Use of estimatesThe preparation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. on an ongoing basis, management reviews its estimates, and, as adjustments become necessary, they are reported in earnings in the period in which they become known.

3. Financial instrumentsThe carrying value of cash and shortterm investments, accounts receivable, and accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximate their fair value due to the immediate or shortterm maturity of these financial instruments.

4. Property and equipment

2010 2009

net net

accumulated Carrying Carrying

Cost amortization amount amount

Computer equipment $ 86,848 $ 80,726 $ 6,122 $ 8,746

Furniture and fixtures 16,803 6,565 10,238 12,798

leasehold improvements 1,192 477 715 954

$ 104,843 $ 87,768 $ 17,075 $ 22,498

5. Commitments

The organization is committed to minimum annual payments on its premise as follows:

2011 $ 14,591

Thereafter -


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Volunteers

Gail akins, linda albright, Terry alyman, Mary-lou ambrose-little, rob armstrong, shelly arnold, John atkinson,

amanda Baker, Harry Bell, Praful Bhindi, Jim Boduch, Gail Botten, Jim Bradley, kim Bradley, Barry Braun, linda

Breen, Michelle Brownrigg, eric Burton, Tammie Caldwell, dan Chenier, nicole Cichello, david Clark, robert

Coughlin, Jennifer Cowie Bonne, Jason Cranny, dan Crowder, agnes Croxford, Michelle Cundari, Howie dayton,

nina de Vaal, Mark deBruyn, Mireille dessaint-ash, sharon doherty, anna drummond, Valma Fairgreave, Marianne

Fallis, Minnie Fisher, Chris Foster, richard Fournier, John Frittenburg, Bill Galbraith, amy Gangl, dianne Gate, ryan

Gelencser, Chris Gillis, Carly Haydt, lori Henderson, Colin Higgs, Janet Hilts, Marek Holke, Vianne Horne, Jamie

Houston, Violetta ilkiw, steve indig, darlene Joslin, krista klager, Colleen koza, sheri krauss, lavinia lamenza,

Brenda lance, karyn lau, dr. ellen lipman, John lohuis, lynn loubert, Colleen Macdonald, Janice Makepeace,

Michelle Manarina-Cianfrone, stoney McCart, lisa Mcnee Baker, debbie Miller, John Milton, scott Mitchell, adam

Mobbs, kathy Moldenhauer, sandra Morris, Yvette Munro, Jodi Murray, Mike Myatt, Colleen neil, Micole ongman,

Brent Page, renée-anne Paquette, Michelle Philp, Heather Pilling, russ Pooley, sharon Proulx, Jennifer reynolds,

nancy rooyakkers, russell scott, Cindy scythes, ruth simpson, Gus siountres, Bill slute, debbie smith, nora

spinks, Marianne staempfli, ray stukas, doug sweet, Joy Thompson, sally Thomson, Holly Trimnell, Claire Tucker-

reid, Connie uetrecht, Judy Vanderveer, Janath Vesna, Marnie Warman, John Watkins, Brenda Whitehead, diane

Wiber, andy Wickens, Jessica Wolfe, Matt Wood, susan Wright, samantha Yamada.

Corporate Partners

aBC recreation ltd., aquam aquatic specialist inc., at the lake distributing inc., atec Marketing inc., Ball Hockey

international, BigHand sports north america inc., CaaWs, Canadian locker, Canadian ramp Company, Canadian

red Cross, Canadian Tire Jumpstart, Can-Fit-Pro, Cannon design architecture inc., Cei/MMC architecture, Centaur

Products inc., CiMCo, City of Brampton, City of niagara Falls, Crozier agencies, dairy Farmers of Canada, david

a. Clark Consulting inc., dB Perks & associates, doapark Canada inc., eat right ontario, environics analytics,

exploration Playgrounds, F.J. Galloway, FieldTurf, Flaghouse, G & a Corporate events, Green Gym, Gym-Con ltd.,

Heart and stroke Foundation of ontario, Henderson recreation equipment ltd., Hinspergers Poly industries, iBi

Group, iC improvements inc., innova disc Golf, Jack Watson sports inc., Jambette Playground equipement, The

JF Group, kidsport ontario, kwik Goal - Gem sport, laurentian Gymnastics industries ltd., lettuce Make Thyme

inc., lifesaving society, lifestyle information network, M4ideas, Ministry of Health Promotion and sport, MJMa

architects, Montieth Brown Planning Consultants, Mountain equipment Co-op, Musco sports lighting Canada,

new line skateparks, oes scoreboards inc., ontario soccer association, ontario Volleyball association, open air

Products, ophea, Paris equipment Manufacturing ltd., Paul s. leskew & associates, PBk architects inc, PHe Canada,

Playpower lt Canada inc., Practica ltd., recreation Playsystems, school

specialty Canada, schoolhouse Products inc., shore Tilbe Perkins + Will,

simplistic lines inc., sP&s Commercial swimming Pool & spa Management,

spectrum sk8park Creations ltd., splashables inc., sport alliance of ontario,

sport Court, sport systems Canada inc., steps Count, Team aquatic supplies,

Teamwork & Teamplay, Tennis Canada, urban Poling inc., Volunteer2, Water

Polo Canada, Watermaid Canada inc.

Community Commitment

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PRO’S STRATEGIC PARTNERS IN 20104 –H ontarioarts network for Children and Youthassociation of Municipalities of ontarioBoys and Girls Clubs of Canada – Central regionCanadian Mental Health association - ontarioCanadian Parks and recreation associationCanadian red Cross – ontario regionCanadian Tire JumpstartCentre of excellence for Youth engagementFirst WorkGymnastics ontarioHeart and stroke Foundation of ontarioimagine Canadakidsport ontariolaidlaw Foundationlifestyle information network (lin)lifesaving societynortheastern ontario recreation associationontario Chronic disease Prevention allianceontario Collaborative Group on Healthy eating and Physical activity ontario Colleges and university Coordinatorsontario lung associationontario Public Health associationontario Municipal social services associationontario Parks associationontario recreation Facilities associationontario society of Physical activity Promoters in Public Healthontario Trails CouncilopheaProvincial/Territorial recreation and Parks associations across Canadaregional recreation and Parks networks/associationssport alliance of ontarioYMCa ontario

ONTARIO GOVERNMENT PARTNERSMinistry of Children and Youth servicesMinistry of educationMinistry of FinanceMinistry of HealthMinistry of Health Promotion and sportMinistry of revenueMinistry of Transportationontario seniors’ secretariat


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in 2010, Parks and recreation ontario renewed its awards program to better reflect the innovation and diversity of the recreation and parks sector. The recipients of the 2010 Pro awards represent the truly outstanding work that goes on in communities and the dedication of the individuals who are committed to improving the quality of life for ontario’s citizens.

2010 Pro award recipients

President’s Award of DistinctionWaterfront regeneration Trust

Excellence in Design Awards alias Grace Park, Town of richmond Hill City of Thunder Bay’s skateboard/BMX Plaza Grand Bend Beach enhancement niagara Falls lions Park Pickering recreation Complex expansion

Innovation Awards Zachary andrus anna drummond, The Healthy active living initiative The FitZone — Century Gardens recreation Centre Prescription for Physical activity, City of Toronto recreation excellence Program, City of Vaughan

Emerging Leaders Awards Jason Tsien, Town of Markham lesley atkinson, County of Brant Trillium Award Marie James, City of Toronto

High Five® AwardsHiGH FiVe® Champion award Janet Hilts HiGH FiVe® innovation award Town of ajax

Student and Academic Awards Bob secord student leadership award Jamal Brooks, Centennial College Gina dineen, Brock university Hugh Clydesdale Bursary award Portia lee, Centennial College

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Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO) was formed in 1995 as a result of the consolidation of former member organizations of the Parks and Recreation Federation of Ontario. PRO now represents 2,000 members including professionals, volunteers, educators, and students, interested citizens, elected official and commercial representatives. Through its membership and strategic partnerships, PRO reaches over 10,000 people with an interest in the value and benefits of recreation and parks in Canada.

An Impressive History of Leadership

2010 PRO Board of Directorsliz Weaver, President don May, Past Presidentderek edwards, Treasurer

Directorsrob armstrongHallie atterMichael ClelandBrian Connorssheri kraussdenyse MorrisseyJennifer reynolds Marilyn Willis (Treasurer to september 2010)Jan Wilson

PRO Stafflarry ketcheston, Chief executive officerlJ Bartle, HiGH FiVe® national ManagerCamelia Bostan, HiGH FiVe® national administratordiane english, Communications and Public Policystan Fleet, Program and office administratorCarol Harding, Financial Managersusan Huang, Financial Bookkeeper Fotini iriotakis, Coordinator, Membership and educationsimone Mcarthur, Marketing and events, HiGH FiVe®

Marion Price, Manager, education and strategic initiativesemina secerbegovic, Program assistant, HiGH FiVe®

Jessica Tonkin, administrative assistantTia Wintre, Coordinator, HiGH FiVe® ontario

Presidents – Parks and Recreation OntarioDon May 2009 – 2010Aaron Burry 2008 – 2009Frank Prospero 2007 – 2008Nina de Vaal 2006 – 2007Karen Makela 2005 – 2006Howie Dayton 2004 – 2005Sharon May 2003 – 2004Terry Alyman 2002 – 2003Perry Smith 2001 – 2002Stuart Taylor 2000 – 2001Janie Romoff 1998 – 2000Marion Price 1997 – 1998Darlene W. Joslin 1996 – 1997Michael H. Hall 1995 – 1996

Chairs – Parks and Recreation Federation of OntarioThomas A. Hodge 1994 – 1995Marlene J. Mitchell 1993 – 1994Patricia A. O’Connell 1992 – 1993James E. Olmstead 1991 – 1992M. Gail Andrews 1990 – 1991John A. MacIntyre 1988 – 1990Ross L. Fair 1987 – 1988Marc J. Neeb 1986 – 1987R. Douglas Ferguson 1984 – 1986Donald M. Gordon 1983 – 1984M. Dean McCubbin 1982 – 1983Robert Arnot 1980 – 1982


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