Connecting community with recreation opportunities. Welcome to the Town of Antigonish Recreation page. Comments should reflect the topic or subject.
The Town of Antigonish is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People. We honor the Mi’kmaq as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land, and we are committed to walking together toward reconciliation and mutual respect. Antigonish is a small town in the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. We are a hub and service center for the rural communities sur
rounding it. With a diverse and growing population, Antigonish is a family friendly town with lots of opportunity, access to good education at all levels, recreation, sports and culture activities. It is surrounded by rolling countryside with hiking and beautiful beaches. Antigonish is home of St Francis Xavier University which has a strong reputation across Canada and internationally. StFX is well known for its school spirit and the “X-Ring”. Alumni around the world celebrate their connections to the university and the town. The University brings a wealth of expertise and diversity to the community through its faculty and students and doubles our population during the school session. We enjoy a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals throughout the year. Gaelic culture is strong in the area and the Antigonish Highland Games have been celebrated here for over 150 years. Antigonish residents enjoy the small town charms but the lively life of a larger community. There are numerous community groups to get involved in community development, the arts, sustainable communities, energy and conservation. Sports and recreation opportunities are numerous with several arenas and sports fields, and teams involved at the local, regional and national level. The purpose of this page is to share information about local activities and events with our many residents, businesses, and visitors. If you are looking for the official source of information about the Town, please visit our website at www.townofantigonish.ca. We value the opportunity for dialogue that Facebook provides and while this is an open forum, it is also a family-friendly one and we ask that you follow our posting guidelines. The Town reserves the right to remove any comments that contain vulgar language, personal attacks of any kind, or that is deemed discriminatory, slanderous, or obscene. We do not allow:
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06/19/2026
Community Posting!
🎉 JUMPSTART MONTH kicks off June 1st at Canadian Tire Antigonish! 🎉
We’ve got an entire month of fun planned as we come together to help local kids get in the game through Jumpstart Charities! ❤️
From weekly BBQs and fundraising events to our BIG Jumpstart Day on Saturday, June 20th, there will be lots of ways to get involved, support local families, and have some fun along the way!
We’ll be sharing more details, activities, and ways to get involved throughout the month — so stay tuned!
Interested in helping out, volunteering, or partnering with us? Send us a message — we’d love to hear from you! ❤️
06/19/2026
Fun Fact Friday!
In Canada, June is recognized as Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM). We encourage you to explore, create, and play in the parks we have right here, in Antigonish!
06/16/2026
Community Posting!
06/15/2026
Save the date!
Multisport 2026/2027 loading... for children born in 2020 and 2021!
06/12/2026
Fun Fact Friday!
June is Recreation Month (JRM), a time to celebrate the many ways recreation contributes to healthy, connected, and vibrant communities. Whether it's participating in a sport, attending a community event, exploring a local trail, or enjoying time outdoors with family and friends, recreation plays an important role in enhancing our quality of life. Get out and explore what Antigonish has to offer!
06/11/2026
Corn Hole in Chisholm Park! Feel free to toss some bags on your lunch break or venture down for a match this afternoon.☀️
A reminder that these are available through our FREE Equipment Loan. Come visit us at Town Recreation for more information or book online via: https://town-of-antigonish.booqableshop.com/
06/10/2026
Public Notice - Columbus Field Washrooms:
Please be advised that the washrooms at Columbus Field have been closed due to vandalism resulting in water damage.
The building will remain closed until necessary repairs can be completed.
06/09/2026
Town and County Recreation want to hear from you!
Folks with children between the ages 3-14 that attend school in the fringe, please complete this survey either by clicking on the link below or by scanning the QR code on the poster.
Our goal is to learn more about the barriers families experience when it comes to active transportation, such as walking, wheeling, or cycling to and from school. The information gathered will help identify areas where additional support or future initiatives may be needed to make active transportation a more practical option for families.
Note: If you have more than one school-aged child and their journeys to/from school differ, we encourage you to complete an additional survey(s) to reflect their journeys. Thanks!
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