Community Services Programming During the Alberta Teachers' Association Strike

To support families during the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) strike, the Town of Hinton has adjusted programming across the Community & Protective Services department. These changes are being delivered with existing staff and budgets by rearranging hours within FCSS and refocusing Recreation programs to serve youth during the day. 

Several Town programs and facilities have adjusted their hours and added new activities to provide more options for children, youth and families. Where arena or facility schedules have been adjusted, all affected user groups have been contacted and accommodated through the scheduling shuffle.

Family & Community Support Services 

Hinton Kids for Success (HKFS)

HKFS is offering full-day care instead of regular after-school hours. Space is limited, so please contact the program directly for availability by calling 780-223-9217.

• New Hours: Monday – Friday | 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• The Guild, 821 Switzer Drive

Hinton Family Centre

The Hinton Family Centre has extended its hours to provide more opportunities for families to drop in, connect, and play. 

• New Hours: Tuesday – Thursday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• The Guild, 821 Switzer Drive

Hinton Youth Centre (HYC)

Youth can enjoy extra hours at the HYC for games, activities, and a safe space to hang out with new and old friends.

• New Hours: Tuesday – Friday | 12 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Rec Centre, 805 Switzer Drive

Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre

With the pool’s scheduled re-opening on October 14, additional Public Toonie Swim opportunities will soon be offered. In addition, both the Steve Hotchkiss Arena and Bill Thomson Arena now offer expanded public and recreational access, including: 

• Earlier Morning Ice:
  • Toonie Skate and Parent & Tot sessions have been added or moved earlier in the day.
• More Midday Access:
  • Added Stick & Puck and Public Skate blocks during lunch and early afternoon hours.
• Consistent Public Ice Times Across Weekdays:
  • Recreational ice is now available daily rather than limited to select days.
• Shifted Team & League Ice:
  • Evening and late-afternoon slots for teams have been adjusted or condensed to accommodate more public programs during daytime hours.
  • All affected user groups have been notified and accommodated through the schedule changes.
• Additional Family-Friendly Options:
  • Parent & Tot, Toonie Skate, and flexible “Toonie Skate/Rental” blocks offer new opportunities for families to enjoy the ice together.

The temporary “ATA Strike Programming” for Aquatic drop-in schedule is available here.

The temporary “ATA Strike Programming” for Arena ice allocation is available here.

These changes are intended to provide enhanced recreation, childcare, and youth engagement opportunities for families affected by the strike. The expanded schedule will remain in effect until an update is received regarding the Alberta Teachers’ Association strike.