What to Do in LaSalle during the School Break?
In LaSalle, during the schools’ Spring Break, there is so much to do! Sports, cultural and literary activities… Here’s a look at the family activities offered by the borough.
In LaSalle, during March Break, we’re not taking a vacation! Here is an overview of the activities offered for the whole family:
Sports activities
Do you love skating? A number of rinks give you a chance to enjoy your favourite sport outdoors!
- Bleu Blanc Bouge
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As part of the Bleu Blanc Bouge program, the Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation donated a refrigerated outdoor rink to encourage physical activity among underprivileged youth. The outdoor rink is located at parc Hayward.
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- Skating rinks in parks with boards:
- Skating rinks in parks* with no boards
* The skating oval in Parc Raymond will not be set up this winter due to the recent construction of the soccer field.
PLEASE NOTE: Before you go to the rink, check conditions and schedules.
If the weather isn’t cooperating, you can still skate indoors at Aréna Jacques-Lemaire.
- Public skating (maximum of 50 people on the ice)
- February 28, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- March 2, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- March 3, 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- March 4, 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
- March 6, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Public stick & puck (maximum of 25 people on the ice)
- February, noon to 1:30 p.m.
- March 1rst, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- March 2, noon to 1:30 p.m.
For people aged 12 and over. Mandatory full equipment
- Reserve online. You may reserve your time slot only 48 hours in advance and up to 1 hour before the beginning of the activity. Please note that you must also register your children for the public skating periods.
- Face coverings are required for everyone over age 10.
- Locker rooms are not accessible.
Please note that the Centre sportif Dollard-St-Laurent is closed due to the vaccination clinic of the Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux (CIUSSS) de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal.
The Borough has set up three sliding hills to take full advantage of the joys of winter.
- Parc Hayward
- Parc des Rapides
- (NEW) Borough Hall grounds, with adjacent incentive parking lot
Rules:
- No sliding head first
- No pushing or shoving anyone to gain speed
- No sliding outside of open hours
Face coverings are highly recommended in the waiting lines.
Love cross-country skiing? There’s still time to enjoy the trails of the Grand Sud-Ouest
Check out the trail map and keep an eye out for trail conditions.
The Complexe aquatique Michel-Leduc (Aquadôme) has expanded its schedule of public swim times.
Culture
Culture lover? Make way for the show!
Clown theatre
Short animated films
Clown show
Circus and theatre
Puppets, shadow theatre, acting, sound and images
Cultural mediation activity
Cultural mediation activity (in partnership with L’Octogone library)
Literary activities (L’Octogone library)
Come to the L’Octogone library to stock up on books, board games and movies for family fun at home.
Virtual workshops
Virtual workshops are also available. Youngsters with a valid library card may register on the library’s Facebook page or by phone at 514 367-6379 (Youth section). Limited number of participants.
New service - video games
The L’Octogone library is improving its services, much to the delight of video game lovers, who will be able to borrow video game consoles, accessories and game kits on various themes, starting Monday, February 28, 2022.
All about this new service.
Héritage Laurentien
Winter Biodiversity Kiosk and Carpet Sled Loans
On Friday, March 4, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., come and discover part of Héritage Laurentien’s collection of skulls and furs, to learn about the animals in the area and discover how wildlife adapts to winter. Who hibernates? Who has migrated south? Who stays active all winter? How do animals find food and protect themselves from the cold? This three-hour activity, open to all, will be guided by biologist-naturalists who will share with you the secrets of the animals that live in the area.
- Registration is not required.
- A limited number of carpet sleds are available.
- Public washrooms are located at 7770 boulevard LaSalle.
- Wear appropriate clothing for the activity. The waterfront area is windy, so wind-proof clothes and an extra layer of clothing are a must. Warm, moisture-wicking socks (e.g., merino wool), rather than cotton, can greatly improve your comfort. Gloves, a scarf and a tuque are highly recommended. Snowshoes fit better on boots with flat heels.
Day camps
Due to the present situation, there will be no day camps this year.
Public health measures
Please check the condition of the locations and services at LaSalle, in order to find out the public health measures to be followed for each of the activities.
Happy March Break to one and all!