We invite you to become a member of Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS), the central voice for the recreation sector in Nova Scotia. RNS provides leadership, training, and resources to support members' responses to local, provincial, and national priorities.
RNS membership reflects the recreation sector in Nova Scotia and includes local governments, Provincial Recreation Organizations, recreation practitioners, students, academics, elected officials, and voluntary sector organizations across the Province that are the direct providers of recreation and related opportunities at the community level.
Why become a member of Recreation Nova Scotia?
Benefits include:
- Networking opportunities with a diverse group of members with varied experiences who share a common passion for all facets of recreation.
- Access to government at all levels: having your views and concerns brought forward as Recreation Nova Scotia speaks to various levels of government on your behalf.
- Opportunities to participate on various committees and task forces whose mandates are to address opportunities and concerns related to recreation and leisure, healthier communities, and enhanced resource sharing and networking opportunities for members.
- Discounted rates are available for professional development opportunities throughout the year, such as workshops, trainings, the RNS Annual Conference, and the bi-annual Atlantic Recreation & Facilities Conference.
- Regular communications with members through multiple channels, including social media, a robust website and timely e-newsletters to share information of interest to the sector, such as employment, professional development, funding opportunities, best practices and success stories to celebrate and inspire.
- Access to a diverse staff team that can provide support and connect members with resources when developing ideas, programs, and projects in your communities.
- Voting privileges as per your membership category that give members a say on issues that affect the sector broadly and that directly impact the health and wellness of individuals and communities.
- Opportunities to submit resolutions to the board to help shape the direction and priorities of the organization.
- Membership with the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA), the national organization that champions the vital role that the recreation sector plays in creating healthy, vibrant and resilient communities across Canada, providing opportunities to provide input on national priorities and offering resources and funding opportunities.
- Access to preferred rates on home and auto insurance for all members. A group general liability insurance program is available to group members.
- Various member discounts on merchandise