Neighbourhood Play Program
The countdown is on to our 2026 season of the Neighbourhood Play Program, and we are so excited to welcome back some familiar faces, and meet new ones!
Care-free play for your child
Neighbourhood Play is a drop-in program offering supervision so your child can safely develop their social, physical, and cognitive skills through play.
Ages
- Available to children aged 6 to 12
- Younger children are welcome if a parent/guardian is present and supervising them at all times
What to bring
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Hat
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Running shoes
Washrooms and water stations are available.
No fee
No preregistration
Open to all families
2026 Program locations
Daily schedule
Monday – Thursday
- 8:30 AM – Drop off for all locations
- 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM – All-day session
- 3:30 PM – Pick up for all locations
Friday
- 8:30 AM -Drop off for all locations
- 12:30 PM – Pick up for all locations
** NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAY PROGRAM DOES NOT RUN ON STATUTORY HOLIDAYS **
- The Neighbourhood Play Program does provide supervision over the lunch hour, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
- There is no extended care offered outside of the program hours.
- Due to the drop-in nature of the program, we recommend that an adult be home during the operation of the program in case your child decides/needs to leave early.
Updates
Adverse Weather
In the case of excessive heat and/or inclement weather, the program may be required to operate only for the mornings or cancelled for the day.
Special Needs
We are an inclusive program. If you have a child with special needs who would like to participate, please contact the YWCA at 403-329-0088 or email npp@ywcalethbridge.com to discuss opportunities.