November 20 is National Child Day in Canada, a day to celebrate the rights of children everywhere to live happy, healthy lives, and to ensure they reach their full potential. On National Child Day, we encourage everyone to wear blue in support of this important day.

To celebrate, we are offering a week of free events and programs for children and youth. 

Move it Family Fun Day 

Join us for our annual Move It Family Fun Event to celebrate National Child Day — a morning packed with laughter, activity and community spirit! Enjoy bouncy castles, games, a sensory-friendly zone and meet some special mascot guests. All ages welcome! 

• Kenmount Terrace Community Centre: Saturday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Youth Drop-ins

A free, safe space for youth to meet new friends and take part in a variety of sports, games and fun activities.

• Paul Reynolds Community Centre: Monday-Friday, November 16 to 20 from 12-1 p.m. (grades 7-9)
• Southlands Community Centre: Monday, November 16 from 6-7:30 p.m. (grades 4-6)
• Southlands Community Centre: Monday, November 16 from 7:30-9 p.m. (grades 7-9)
• St. John Bosco Elementary: Tuesday, November 17 from 6-8 p.m. (grades 5 and up)
• Shea Heights Community Centre: Thursday, November 19 from 6-8 p.m. (grades 5 and up)
• Paul Reynolds Community Centre: Thursday, November 19 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (grades 7-12)

Playgroup Drop-ins

A stimulating indoor play space for children ages 0 to 5 encouraging active fundamental skills through climbing, crawling, jumping, running and balancing. 

• Paul Reynolds Community Centre: Saturday, November 14 from 9 to 11 a.m.
• Southlands Community Centre: Saturday, November 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre: Tuesday, November 17 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome Swims

Leisure space is available for families. Children 10 and under must be accompanied in the water by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

• H.G.R. Mews Community Centre: Tuesday, November 17 from 7-7:50 p.m.
• Paul Reynolds Community Centre: Wednesday, November 18 from 7-7:50 p.m.

Meet the Mayor and Proclamation

Two students from a local elementary school will be selected for a special opportunity to meet the Mayor and read the National Child Day proclamation at the November 10 City Council Meeting.

Accessibility

The City strives to create accessible and inclusive programs and services where possible. To request accommodations, learn more, or to provide feedback or suggestions, please call 709-576-6196 or email inclusion@stjohns.ca. 

The City of St. John’s is proud to be a HIGH FIVE® accredited organization. HIGH FIVE® is Canada’s nationally recognized quality standard for recreation and sport programs for children, ensuring experiences that support healthy child development and positive participation.