Salt Spring Island Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture (SSIPARC) services and facilities are overseen by the Salt Spring Island Local Community Commission (LCC).
The LCC was established in 2023 following a referendum and election of commissioners. On an ongoing basis, the LCC oversees and advises on:
economic development,
wastewater disposal,
community parks and recreation,
pool facility
parks and recreation facilities,
small craft harbour facilities (Fernwood Dock),
transit and transportation services,
street lighting,
grants-in-aid,
compensation for livestock injured by dogs, and
the contribution services for arts, public library, and search and rescue.
Many of these areas were previously overseen by separate appointed commissions. Learn more about local community commissions on the provincial government website.
Minutes & Agendas
Meeting agendas and minutes for the Salt Spring Island Local Community Commission are available online:
The CRD publishes minutes online after a meeting has taken place. Minutes are never official until they have been adopted at the next meeting. The minutes and agendas are available in PDF format.
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Closed Saturday and Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a multitude of ways to get involved with SSIPARC. Browse through our program guide; come in and chat with our staff about courses; volunteer with us — the possibilities are endless!
The Salt Spring Island Parks, Art, Recreation and Culture (PARC) department is responsible for the delivery and administration of parks and recreation, programs and facilities for Salt Spring Island. The CRD Board has delegated authority over PARC services to the Salt Sprig Island Local Community Commission (LCC).
Drop in admissions and membership passes are explained on our Hours & Admission Rates page. Prices drop significantly when you purchase 10 or more visits at a time, or purchase a monthly pass.
SSIPARC is funded by user fees, a property value tax, donations, grants and cost sharing.
Yes, many! SSIPARC holds programs and events at several community facilities and parks on Salt Spring Island. Check the course description or your confirmation receipt for course location.
Our Registration page will answer most basic questions about registration. If you can't find what you're looking for, contact us, and we'll do our best to figure things out.
Non-profit organizations and community groups can request to have local information and events displayed. Please contact the CRD administrative office at 250.537.4448 or by email.
Recreation used to be viewed as something pleasant which we did when we had time. This perception has changed significantly in recent years. Individuals and communities have realized — and research continues to demonstrate — the broad reaching benefits associated with recreation and active living.
The National Benefits Hub, produced by professional recreation organizations identified the following major benefits of recreation:
Health
Human development
Individual quality of life
Community quality of life
Anti-social behaviour
Families/Communities
Prevention
Economic
Environment
Territorial Acknowledgement
The CRD conducts its business within the Territories of many First Nations, all of whom have a long-standing relationship with the land and waters from time immemorial that continues to this day. Statement of Reconciliation
