PRO is open to anyone who has an interest in recreation, parks, fitness, sport, facilities, aquatics, therapeutic recreation, camping, the arts, culture or other related sectors. The six special interest areas currently comprise a membership of over 1,000 professionals, volunteers, educators, students, interested citizens, elected officials and commercial organizations.

As a member of PRO you will benefit from:

Extensive networking opportunities with colleagues and associates who share similar interests and have diverse expertise
PRO brings together all interested individuals and organizations to form a collaborative network of mutual support

Automatic membership in the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association
PRO provides members with connections to National and Federal organizations and their work through the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association.

Opportunities for professional and volunteer development through provincial, regional, and special interest conferences
PRO provides progressive, exciting and relevant training to meet your needs. PRO provides an opportunity to maximize your training dollars.

Regular communication through newsletters, mailings and information regarding Special Interest Areas
PRO provides members with opportunities to address common issues, maximize opportunities and effectively manage change.

A central connection for all training, information and networking opportunities
PRO offers members access to Job Mart. Job Mart is a unique and progressive service that enables parks and recreation practitioners to access current information pertaining to the parks and recreation job market. The only career service in Ontario designed specifically for parks and recreation practitioners, Job Mart provides recreation practitioners with an up to date listing of available jobs in Ontario.

Provincial advocacy for parks and recreation
PRO endorses parks and recreation as an essential component of quality communities. Join in building a powerful, collective voice for the future of parks and recreation in Ontario

Representation by a non-government group
PRO is a unique, non-profit, non-government organization that aims to enhance the quality of Ontario's lives through recreation, parks and leisure

Additional Member Benefits include:

• Quality professional development opportunities at reduced fees
  
• Exceptional training and educational opportunities
• Monthly issues of the PROFile E-Bulletin
  
• Specialized information and training at member rates
  
• Access to Awards Programs
• Access to CPRA E-News and E-Bulletin
  
• The right to vote on issues and elect a Board of Directors
  
• Interaction and development of alliances with related stakeholder groups
  
• Policy and position papers related to the area of interest you represent
  
• Opportunity to contribute to the direction and operation of Specialized Interest Area(s)

Get Involved

Parks and Recreation Ontario offers excellent volunteer opportunities for members who are interested in becoming involved as volunteers. Becoming volunteers with PRO is a great way for members to become more involved in PRO and get greater value for their membership. Members may choose to volunteer on a Committee or on the PRO Board. Members interested in volunteering on a Committee may choose from 6 Committees. These Committees are derived from PRO's 6 Business Units. For more information on these 6 Business Units visit Parks and Recreation Ontario Governance/Structure.

If you are interested in considering a volunteer position on one of the 6 Committees or the PRO Board email PRO at pro@prontario.org.