News Release - May 19, 2017

New Youth Pass Combines Recreation Fun with Access to Transit

In partnership with Island Health and the City of Nanaimo, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has launched a convenient $99 'Play and Ride Pass' combining drop in activities like swimming, skating and gym sports with access to local public transit.

Aimed at youth between the ages of 12 to 18, the pass is accepted at all RDN and City of Nanaimo youth drop-in recreation programs between June 29th and September 4th. In addition, the pass allows youth to use the entire RDN transit system during the same period of time.

KEY POINTS

• The Play & Ride program encourages youth to stay active and healthy throughout the summer.
• At a cost of $99, the pass can be purchased starting May 15 at Oceanside Place Arena, Ravensong Aquatic Centre, Beban Park and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.
• Pass is valid for all recreation drop-in programs at Oceanside Place Arena, Ravensong Aquatic Centre, Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Nanaimo Ice Centre, Beban Pool and Oliver Woods Community Centre.

LINKS

• Youth Play & Ride Pass Poster

Hannah King
Superintendent
Recreation Program Services
Regional District of Nanaimo
250-248-3252
[email protected]

Darren Marshall
Manager
Fleet, Projects and Emergency Planning Services
Regional District of Nanaimo
250-390-6516
[email protected]