Northside Community Pool

05/26/2026

Just an early reminder about some important upcoming pool dates! ☀️

- We are still open for another couple weeks, with our last day before summer break being Sunday, June 14th, 2026.

- The pool will then close from June 15th - September 13th for annual summer maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and getting everything ready for the fall season.

- Fall swim lesson registration opens September 8th, 2026.

- The pool officially reopens for swims on September 14th, 2026, and fall lessons will begin the week of September 28th - October 4th.

We just wanted to give everyone lots of notice for summer planning and fall registration dates. Thank you all so much for another great season so far, we hope everyone has an amazing summer! 💙

05/18/2026

The Northside Community Pool’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 20th at 7:00 PM!

Community members, swimmers, families, staff, and supporters are all welcome to attend. We’ll be looking back on the past year at the pool, sharing updates, and discussing what’s ahead!

Thank you for continuing to support our pool and community. We hope to see you there!🌊

05/07/2026

📢 Aquafitness Update 📢

Thursday, May 7th & Friday, May 8th

There will be no Aquafitness instructor today (Thursday) or tomorrow (Friday) as she is away.

Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to seeing everyone back soon! 😊

05/03/2026

📢📢Attention Sunday, May 3rd-

Hey everyone, just a heads-up: Our pool lost power, and Nova Scotia Power’s outage map says restoration should be around 9:15 p.m. Because we can’t have anyone in the water without proper lighting, we’ll be closing for the evening.
We’re really sorry for the inconvenience, and we hope to see you all back tomorrow! 🏊‍♀️

04/13/2026

🚨 Lifeguard (NLS) & Swimming Instructor Courses – Spring 2026 🚨

We’re excited to have both the National Lifeguard (NLS) and Swimming Instructor courses this spring!

Both courses will be delivered in a hybrid format, combining online learning with in-person training!

⚠️ Important: Full commitment is required. All coursework must be completed by June 15th.

🏊 About the Course

These courses are for strong, confident swimmers who are ready to build skills, gain certifications, and step into leadership roles around the pool!

You will need to complete these physical standards:

>Swim 15m, dive down, recover a 20 lb (9kg) object, and carry it 5m
>Swim 15m underwater
>Swim 50m head-up (face out of the water)
>Swim 25m, recover a submerged person, and carry them 25m
>Swim 400m in 10 minutes
>Swim 15m head-up to a distressed swimmer and carry them 5m while keeping their head above water

✅ Prerequisites

For NLS (National Lifeguard):
Must be 15 years old by the end of the course
Current Bronze Cross

For LSI (Lifesaving Instructor):
Minimum 16 years old
Current Bronze Cross

(All certifications are through the Lifesaving Society)

💼 Job Opportunities

Successful candidates may be considered for:

- Lifeguarding positions
- Swimming instructor roles
- Leadership opportunities at the pool
- Fall employment and future sessions

📩 Interested?
Please email us to join out waitlist and find out more info!

[email protected]

04/13/2026

Spring is finally here and we’re excited to have you back at the pool! 🌸🏊

For the most part, our Spring schedule is the same as the Winter but please review the times below! We’re looking forward to great Spring and would love to see everyone back at the pool for our final session before summer!Our updated price list and schedule are below and will come into effect starting Monday, April 13th!

We also wanted to share a quick update regarding pricing. As per recent guidance, a 14% HST is required on purchases for individuals over the age of 14. To keep things simple and transparent, all of our prices are now listed with tax included where applicable!

Thank you, as always, for your continued support. We can’t wait to see you at the pool! 💙

04/08/2026

Spring Lessons start this week! 🏊
We do have a few limited spots available if you are still wanting to get in. Please call us as soon as possible at 902-736-1211 to register!

We’re excited to kick off our Spring 2026 swimming lessons and can’t wait to get everyone back in the water 😊

Lesson Dates:

Start Dates:
Monday: April 6
Tuesday: April 7
Wednesday: April 8
Thursday: April 9
Friday: April 10
Saturday: April 11
Sunday: April 12

End Dates:
Monday: June 8
Tuesday: June 9
Wednesday: June 10
Thursday: June 11
Friday: June 12
Saturday: June 13
Sunday: June 14

Registration:
To confirm your child’s spot, fill out the form below:
https://pci.jotform.com/form/260814250591252

Payment can be made online through the form or in person at the pool. If paying in person, just skip the payment section and submit the form so we can hold your spot!

Session Details:
Lessons run for 10 weeks with no planned closures. We’re aiming to stay right on schedule through June.

What to Bring:
• Bathing suit
• Towel
• Long hair tied back

We have lifejackets (PFDs) available if needed!

Goggles are allowed (eye goggles only). We encourage swimmers to practice blowing bubbles through their nose, so mask-style goggles (covering the nose) are not permitted unless for medical reasons!

Please note:
Arm floats, puddle jumpers, and similar devices are not allowed during lessons, as they can create false confidence and slow down skill development!

If anything comes up during the session, feel free to reach out anytime. We’re always happy to help!

Looking forward to a great spring session with everyone! 🏊‍♀️

Please click the link to complete this form.

04/04/2026

Due to weather and poor road conditions, the pool will be closed for the morning swim (7:30–8:30 AM) on Saturday, April 4th.

Please note: this is ONLY for the morning swim.

We will reopen at 11:00 AM, and the rest of the day will run as scheduled:
• All parties are still on
• Public swims at 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM are still happening

Thanks for your understanding, and stay safe out there!

04/02/2026

Aquafit Class Update - Thursday April 2nd

Hi everyone! Just a quick heads up; our instructor has an appt and can’t make it in today for class!

Good news though… the pool is still open and we’ll have the music going! Feel free to come in, get a swim in, and do your own Aquafit exercises!

see you in the water! 🏊‍♀️

04/01/2026

Easter Weekend Schedule at Northside Community Pool 🏊‍♀️

Just a quick heads up for the holiday weekend:

• Friday, April 3rd (Good Friday): CLOSED
• Saturday, April 4th: OPEN
• Sunday, April 5th (Easter Sunday): CLOSED
• Monday, April 6th (Easter Monday): OPEN

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Easter weekend with family and friends 💛

Just a reminder that our Spring Swimming lessons start Monday, April 6th - Sunday, April 11th! 😄