Aquatics

• Discount Swims are not valid during special events, statutory holidays or school vacations.
• The main pool is closed Mon - Fri from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. to move the bulkheads.
• Pool space is shared with programs & rentals throughout the day.
• Limited main pool space Mon - Fri from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. & Sat from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• A minimum of two lanes available daily unless closed for a special event.

• Children under three swim free, but must be accompanied and closely supervised (within arms reach) by a responsible person (16+ years of age) at all times. Maximum three children under the age of seven per responsible person.
• A caregiver who provides physical support to an individual with a disability (cannot function independently) is admitted free while remaining with arm's reach.  Aquatic staff may request an assessment to determine whether the courtesy visit should be extended.
• Lockers are $0.75 
• *Discount Swims are not valid during special events, statutory holidays, or school vacations and cannot be combined with any other coupon or discount offer.
• The P.G. Aquatic Centre is closed on STAT Holidays.

• The slide operates on intervals of 20 minutes on and 10 minutes off.  
• Pool space is shared with programs & rentals throughout the day.  
• Discount admissions are not valid during special events, statutory holidays or school vacations. 
• Minimum two lanes available daily other than when the NinjaCross equipment is out and during swimming lessons (Monday to Friday 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• The Sensory Friendly Swim provides a calming environment with reduced noise and overhead lighting.  This swim is not available during special events, statutory holidays or school vacations.
• Maintenance Closure December 2, 2024 to January 5, 2025

• Children under three swim free, but must be accompanied and closely supervised (within arms reach) by a responsible person (16+ years of age) at all times. Maximum three children under the age of seven per responsible person.
• A caregiver who provides physical support to an individual with a disability (cannot function independently) is admitted free while remaining with arm's reach.  Aquatic staff may request an assessment to determine whether the courtesy visit should be extended.
• Lockers are $0.75 
• *Discount Swims are not valid during special events, statutory holidays, or school vacations and cannot be combined with any other coupon or discount offer.

The Canfor Leisure Pool was designed to be fully accessible. Features include:

• Signage that includes Braille as well as large, easily recognizable icons
• Coloured and textured tiles to guide patrons to the changerooms, and from the changerooms to the pool deck and into the water
• Wheelchair accessible washrooms, including sinks at appropriate height for wheelchair access
• Fully accessible changerooms, with powered lift and adjustable bed with shower access
• Water-accessible wheelchairs and walkers
• Water elevators for wheelchair access to each pool
• Extra-wide staircase and ramp access to each pool, including handrails
• Single level pool deck, for increased visibility and easier access

Watch our guided video-tour of the accessibility features available at the Canfor Leisure Pool

Did you know the Canfor Leisure Pool features signs in English and in Dakelh, the language of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation? Listen to Lheidli T'enneh Elder Clifford Quaw as he teaches you how to say the Dakelh words you will see around the pool.

• Welcome - (ts'uhoont'i whuzhadel)
• Farewell - (awetzeh)
• Splash - (too naghadijulh)
• Swim - (ts' ube-a)
• Slide - (wheyalhdzoot)

Family 1st Adult: Adult with their children/youth 18 years of age and younger.  Cost: $6.55

Family Additional: Additional family accompanied with Family 1st Adult (children/youth 18 years and younger/second parent).  Cost: $4.48 per Family Additional.

What is LAP?

The Leisure Access Program (LAP) provides opportunities for residents with limited income to participate in a variety of aquatic activities. Leisure Access participants receive:

• 52 complimentary public swimming admissions.
• 75 percent off all swim passes once the 52 complimentary admissions have been used.
• 75 percent off swimming programs ($50.00 credit maximum) such as swimming lessons.

Who is Eligible?

Applicants must be permanent residents who live within the City of Prince George municipal boundaries and meet one of following criteria:

1. Have an annual income that is below the Statistics Canada Low Income Guidelines. 

   # In Household	1	2	3	4	5	6
   Income Under	$25,146	$31,304	$38,484	$46,726	$52,996	$59,771

2. Receive a BC Seniors Supplement that is below the Statistics Canada Low Income Guidelines.
3. Connected with a Leisure Access Program referral agency. If you are currently working with a not-for-profit agency/service provider ask if they are a referral agency for the City's LAP and if they can assist you with completing a referral. 

How Do I Apply

Option 1:

Complete the LAP Participant Application form using the link below. A paper copy of the Participant Application form is also available at both the Canfor Leisure Pool and P.G. Aquatic Centre.

Option 2:

Referral agencies completing applications for clients, may submit using the link below. If you are not currently an approved referral agency*, email leisureaccessprogram@princegeorge.ca to learn more about this process and to determine if your agency is eligible to be a referral agency for this program.

*Note: The City works in partnership with several community not-for-profit agencies to refer clients to the Leisure Access Program.

• LAP Participant Application
• LAP Referral Agency Application

Group and school bookings are available at the Prince George Aquatic Centre and the Canfor Leisure Pool. Requests must be made a minimum of seven days in advance.

Download the School Package Here

Apply now for group swims

Pool space (e.g. lanes) may be rented out for sporting or group events. Requests must be made a minimum of seven days in advance.

Book pool space now

Birthday Parties

Book a birthday party for children 3-12 years old at the Canfor Leisure Pool and Prince George Aquatic Centre. Reservations include:

• Twelve (12) child admissions
• Unlimited swim time before and after the party.
• Half an hour of in-water games with a lifeguard.
• Two-and-a-half-hours in a party room for cake and gifts.
• Supervising adult(s) swim free.

An adult must also accompany all children six (6) and under into the pool with a maximum of three (3) children per adult.

Note: Online booking is now working, please go to Program Registration to book.

For more information on birthday party bookings, contact us:

• Phone: 250-561-7787 or 250-561-7636

Cancellation Policy

A minimum of 48 hours advance notice is required or cancellation fees will apply.

An admission agreement is for organizations that visit the pool regularly and are invoiced monthly but do not require uninterrupted pool space.

Apply now for an annual sign-in admission agreement