Recreation & Community
The Municipality of Inverness County’s Recreation & Community Wellness Department is committed to inspiring residents of all ages to lead active, healthy, and community-centred lives.
Through inclusive and impactful recreation programs, the department aims to reflect and celebrate community values, heritage, and evolving futures. The department’s work supports a diverse network of active communities, connected by a shared foundation of wellness, stewardship, and belonging, where residents feel engaged, supported, and proud to call Inverness County home.
The Department assists community groups, depending on specific needs, with coordination, planning, co-sponsorship, cost-sharing, and promotion; and where resources are available provides recreational and educational opportunities for County residents that otherwise would not exist.
To contact the Recreation & Community Wellness Department, call 1-866-258-0223, select option #6 or email recreation@invernesscounty.ca.
On this page, you will find information on:
Recreation Programming
Each month the Recreation & Community Wellness Department puts on a variety of programs for youth and adults across the county. To see a comprehensive list of program offerings for May 2026, check out the flyer below.
Playfinder Registration Platform
PlayFinder is the Municipality of Inverness County’s online registration platform for all recreation programs and equipment loan opportunities. Designed to make recreation more accessible, PlayFinder allows residents to easily browse programs, sign up online, and manage registrations for the whole family in one place. Built in Nova Scotia, the platform connects communities with local activities and makes it simple to stay active and engaged year-round.
Key Benefits of PlayFinder:
- Secure online payments via credit card
- Streamlined family profile management, allowing all household members to register under one account
- Improved access to recreation programs and equipment loans in the county
- Mobile-friendly platform for easy registration on-the-go
- Dedicated local customer support from the PlayFinder team
How to Register:
- Check out the Playfinder Program Registration Guide, that provides step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.
- In addition, you can visit Playfinder’s How to Register for Programming page
Once your account is set up, you’ll have full access to all recreation registration and equipment loan opportunities offered by the Municipality of Inverness County.
Need Help?
For assistance, contact the PlayFinder Help Desk at support@playfinder.ca or visit the online help centre.
The support team aims to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. Response times may be slightly longer on weekends and holidays, but they do their best to get back to you as quickly as possible.
Recreation Rentals
The Recreation & Community Wellness Department offers an equipment loan program that includes adaptive recreation equipment. All bookings are made on Playfinder.
Equipment can be picked up at the Recreation & Community Wellness office, 86 High Rd., Port Hood. Arrangements for alternate pick up and drop off locations may be possible by calling the department at 1-866-258-0223 (option 6) or emailing recreation@invernesscounty.ca.
To learn more about summer rental equipment, check out the brochure below.
Kidsport
The Recreation & Community Wellness department administers the KidSport program in the Municipality of Inverness County.
KidSport is a national children’s charitable program that helps kids in need overcome barriers preventing or limiting their participation in organized sport.
Managed and operated in Nova Scotia by Sport Nova Scotia since 1994, KidSport Nova Scotia has assisted over 24,000 children totalling over $5.5 million.
To learn more, or apply, visit KidSport Nova Scotia
To speak to a member of the Recreation & Community Wellness team, call 1-866-258-0223 (option 6) or email recreation@invernesscounty.ca.
Jumpstart
The Recreation & Community Wellness Department administers the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program in the Municipality of Inverness County.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart helps financially disadvantaged kids get involved in organized sport and recreation by covering the costs of registration, equipment, and/or transportation.
To learn more, or apply, visit Jumpstart.
To speak to a member of the Recreation & Community Wellness team, call 1-866-258-0223 (option 6) or email recreation@invernesscounty.ca.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
The Municipality of the County of Inverness envisions a county where all residents and visitors are welcomed to a safe, vibrant, and inclusive space. The Municipality is committed to fostering a place that deeply values equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
The goal is to amplify the voices of equity-seeking groups and dismantle systemic barriers, ensuring that every individual feels truly welcomed and like they belong in Inverness County. This is a place that rejects racism and hate, celebrates diversity, and honours cultural differences.
Municipal Council and staff are committed to continuous learning, unlearning, and being strong allies, taking deliberate action to eliminate barriers and create a more inclusive future for all.
Background
In 2017, Nova Scotia passed the Accessibility Act with a goal of becoming a fully accessible Province by the year 2030. Recommendations were made by persons with disabilities, and the Act recognizes accessibility as a human right. In 2022, the Dismantling Racism and Hate Act was passed by an all-government bill. This legislation will address systemic racism, hate, and inequity in Nova Scotia. Both Acts require “public sector-bodies” such as municipalities to develop strategies of their own.
Under the Provincial Department of Justice, the Accessibility Directorate, and the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism are all responsible for supporting and guiding municipalities to meet these obligations.
Disability in Nova Scotia
Thirty per cent of Nova Scotians aged 15 years and older identify as having at least one disability (Source: Statistics Canada). This is the largest percentage of any Canadian province. Because older adults are more likely to have disabilities than younger people, the number of Nova Scotians with disabilities will rise as our population ages.
Advisory Committees of Council
The Municipality of the County of Inverness appointed two Advisory Committees of Council. The Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) and the Diversity and Inclusion Action Team (DIAT) are made up of representatives from Council and members from the public who represent equity-seeking groups.
Current members are:
Accessibility Advisory Committee:
- Marcel Visser, Member of Committee
- Marcella Poirier, Member of Committee
- Blair Phillips, Councillor
- Bonny MacIsaac, Warden
Diversity and Inclusion Action Team Members:
- Chelsea McPhee, Member of Committee
- Riley MacGillvray, Member of Committee
- Ticiane Cruz, Member of Committee
- Vicki Patterson, Member of Committee
- Blair Phillips, Councillor
- Lynn Chisholm, Deputy Warden
Staff Members:
- Keith MacDonald, Chief Administration Officer
- Anna Solomon, Accessibility and Seniors Safety Coordinator
What’s Next
The EDIA Plan is a foundational step toward creating a more equitable and inclusive Municipality of Inverness County. As a living document, the plan will evolve based on ongoing community input, regular EDIRA committee reviews, and a shared commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
We invite everyone in our community to be part of this work. Inquiries and feedback regarding the Accessibility Plan and committee may be directed to:
Anna Solomon
Accessibility and Seniors Safety Coordinator
902-258-7960
Anna.solomon@invernesscounty.ca
Additional Resources
Novascotia.ca/accessibility/stats-on-disability-in-Nova-Scotia.pdf
Access by Design 2030: Achieving an Accessible Nova Scotia – Government of Nova Scotia, Canada