About Us
The social heart of the community
Welcome to the Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre, a non-profit community center that offers a wide range of recreational, social, and educational programs for people of all ages. Our permanent residents include the Bearspaw Preschool and the Creative Expressions Dance Academy. In addition, we have various facilities available for rent, including a gymnasium, banquet hall, dance studio, Homestead Room, two meeting rooms, and a newly renovated upstairs studio and kitchen. Come and join us for a fun and fulfilling experience!
Our Story
The Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre is the social heart of our Community offering a space to connect people. The Bearspaw Association and it's volunteers work hard to create gatherings we know the community enjoys.
Our facilities are available to rent for any of your events. We can accomodate celebrations, corporate Events, Meetings, Sports Teams and more.
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The Gymnasium is now open for drop-in Pickleball when available, check the website to book and see availablility. The Banquet Hall has an attached kitchen, bar and a stage. The stage has projector and screen for movies or presentations and is equipment with an audio & light system for dances.
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The two Dance Studios have mirrors across one wall. The Homestead Room is home to our Create Space Wednesdays and Thursdays for kids to let their minds be creative.
We have two Meeting Rooms, one boardroom style and one in the upstairs kitchen.
Job Postings
Explore exciting opportunities to join our team at Bearspaw Community Association. We are looking for passionate individuals to fill various roles and contribute to our communities future. We are now accepting applications for:
Meet The Team
Now Accepting Summer Students!
TEAM LEAD - SUMMER DAY CAMP
Full-time, Temporary (8 weeks)
Are you a responsible, creative and energetic person who likes to spend time playing games and having fun with kids? Do you like a work environment that is active and changing daily? Do you like sports, arts and crafts? If yes, this might be a perfect summer opportunity for you! The Bearspaw Community Association is looking for a TEAM LEAD for our 2025 Summer Day Camp program for 6-12 year olds. Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Team Lead is responsible for planning and leading the other counsellors and campers in the daily activities of the camp, including crafts, sports, and games. Additional responsibilities include helping with other events and day to day operations, the completion of administrative duties if required, and maintaining smooth, cooperative, and professional relations with staff, campers, and parents at all times. Ideally, you are at least 18 years of age and have previous experience working with children. Police background check completed, or willing to provide by the start of employment. CPR certified, or willing to certify by the start of employment. This is a full time, summer contract position. Hourly Rate: $21. Our camp runs daily from 9AM - 4PM, from July7 – August 29, 2025. The team Lead must be available to work all 8 weeks. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send a cover letter and resume to Vanessa Hunt by April 11, 2025 to: programs@bearspawlc.org. We thank everyone for their submission, but please understand that only those granted an interview will be contacted.
CAMP COUNSELLOR - SUMMER DAY CAMP
Full-time, Temporary (8 weeks)
Are you an out-going, creative and energetic person who likes to spend time playing games and having fun with kids? Do you like an active work environment with different things to do every day? Do you like sports, arts and crafts? If yes, this might be a perfect summer opportunity for you! The Bearspaw Community Association is looking for a CAMP COUNSELLOR for our 2025 Summer Day Camp program for 6-12 year olds. Under the supervision of the Team Lead, the camp counsellors are responsible for leading the campers in the daily activities of the camp, including crafts, sports, and games. Additional responsibilities include maintaining smooth, cooperative, and professional relations with other staff, campers, and parents. Ideally, you are at least 14 years of age and can demonstrate responsibility and maturity, as well as a comfortability with kids. You have some cool special interests and /or talents that might be beneficial to a kids’ camp environment. This is a summer contract position with hours per week to be discussed and determined. Our camp runs daily from 9AM - 4PM, from July 7 – August 29, 2025. Counsellors must be available to work for all 8 weeks. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send a cover letter and resume to Vanessa Hunt by April 11, 2025: programs@bearspawlc.org. We thank everyone for their submission, but please understand that only those granted an interview will be contacted.
Volunteer Opportunities
at the Bearspaw Community Association!
VOLUNTEER - CHRISTMAS COMMITTEE
October - December 2025
Are you passionate about spreading holiday cheer and giving back to your community? We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to join our 2025 Bearspaw Christmas Committee Team and help make this year's holiday season extra special for our community! For more information or to attend the next meeting to see what email events@bearspawlc.org
VOLUNTEER - GENERAL
Casual, Temporary, Part-time
Are you looking for a fun and flexible way to get involved in your community? The Bearspaw Community Centre is seeking enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to assist with a variety of exciting events and activities throughout the year. Whether you have a few hours to spare or are looking to help with one-time events, we welcome your support!