What’s happening in Norfolk County for Family Day, February 16

Norfolk County is reminding residents about program changes and facility closures on Family Day, Monday, February 16. Although many buildings, programs and services will not be operating, several recreational opportunities will still be available for community members of all ages.  

Family Day programs 

Free family fun at the Simcoe Recreation Centre 

Families are invited to celebrate Family Day at the Simcoe Recreation Centre on February 16, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy s’mores by the fire, crafts and games, and activities hosted by Norfolk County Fire and the Norfolk County Public Library. The event is weather-dependent and subject to change.  
 
The event is free of charge, and pre-registration is recommended by February 15. Register at norfolkcounty.ca/Encore. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Family Day swims 

Residents can enjoy a mix of free, sponsored and regular paid swimming opportunities on Family Day, Monday, February 16, at the Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre. Select swims are offered free through support from the Cornerstone Association of Realtors. The full schedule is listed below, with sponsored free swims noted accordingly. 
 
Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre

• 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. – Lengths
• 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. – Leisure
• 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. – Aquafit
• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. – Family Swim (Free – sponsored by the Cornerstone Association of Realtors)
• 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. – Lengths & Leisure
• 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. – Public Swim (Free – sponsored by the Cornerstone Association of Realtors) 

 
For the full swimming schedule, visit norfolkcounty.ca/FamilyDay 

Family Day skating  

Norfolk County residents can enjoy a mix of free, sponsored and regular paid skating opportunities on Family Day, Monday, February 16. Free skates are made possible through support from local service clubs and community partners. All other skates will follow regular admission fees. The full schedule is listed by arena, with sponsored free skates noted accordingly. 
 
Delhi Arena 

• 2:30 to 3:20 p.m. - Public Skate (Free – sponsored by the Kin Club of Delhi)
• 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. - Family Sticks & Pucks

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Teen Shinny 
 
Langton Arena 

• 4:00 to 4:50 p.m. -Public Skate (Free – sponsored by the LP Lioness Lions Club)  

Port Dover Arena 

• 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. -18+ Adult Skate
• 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. - Parent & Tot Skate (Free – sponsored by the Port Dover Lions)
• 1:00 to 1:50 p.m.- Public Skate (Free – sponsored by the Port Dover Lions)
• 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. - Family Sticks & Pucks (Free – sponsored by the Port Dover Lions) 

 
Talbot Gardens 

• 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. -18+ Adult Skate
• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Parent & Child Hockey Skate
• 2:00 to 2:50 p.m. - Public Skate  

Waterford Tricenturena 

• 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. - Parent & Child Hockey Skate (Grades 4 and under) (Free – sponsored by the Waterford Lions)
• 1:00–1:50 p.m. - Public Skate (Free – sponsored by the Waterford Lions)
• 4:00–5:00 p.m. - 15+ Shinny 

 
For more information, visit norfolkcounty.ca/FamilyDay 

For more information, visit norfolkcounty.ca/FamilyDay 

Closures and schedule changes 

County Administration Buildings  

All County administration buildings will be closed.  

Emergency, essential and critical services 

Fire and Paramedic Services will continue to operate as usual.  

Court closures

The Provincial Offences Court at the Robinson Administration Building in Simcoe will be closed.  

Housing and Social Services 

Simcoe and Dunnville offices will be closed. For crisis support, such as emergency accommodation, call the Victim Services Support Line at 1-800-264-6671.  

Heritage and Culture

 All museums and Norfolk County Archives will be closed.  

Norfolk County Public Library  

All branches are closed. However, all electronic and digital resources, including eBooks, audiobooks, online learning, and streaming movies and music, remain available 24/7 at ncpl.ca.   

Ride Norfolk  

Will not be operating. 

ServiceNorfolk  

ServiceNorfolk will be closed. Residents can submit non-urgent service requests or general inquiries anytime through service.norfolkcounty.ca.  

For urgent issues related to forestry, parks and facilities, roads, water, sewer, waste, or drainage, please call 1-877-298-5888.  

By-law concerns during the closure can be directed to the OPP non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122.  

Transfer stations  

Transfer stations will be closed. 

Waste collection  

Waste collection in Simcoe remains unchanged, while collection in the rest of Norfolk County will be delayed by one day; residents are encouraged to use the Recycle Coach app for personalized reminders and schedules. 

On behalf of Norfolk County staff and Council, please enjoy a safe and Happy Family Day. 

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