Who We Are
Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO) is a non-profit association that advances the health, social, and environmental benefits of quality recreation and parks through evidence-based practices, resources, and collaborative partnerships. We envision a future for Ontario where every person has equitable access to vibrant communities, sustainable environments, and personal health.
How We Work
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Our Story
PRO was formed in 1995 out of a shared belief in the power of parks and recreation to affect social change. We believe that parks and recreational programs aren't just a fringe benefit. They are essential to the social, economic, and environmental health of Ontario. Equitable access to parks and recreational programs promotes health, strengthens communities, and supports environmental sustainability.
With this in mind, we work with our 6,500 members to build capacity for the delivery of quality programs and advocate for the parks and recreation sector. Since our formation, we have successfully advocated for over 1 billion dollars in parks and recreation infrastructure spending, hosted Canada's largest annual national forum for recreation and leisure professionals, and have ensured that over one million children are having quality experiences in programs using HIGH FIVE, our quality standards program.
Our Strategic Plan 2016 - 2020
Download the full strategic plan here
Governance
An elected board of directors provides direction and policy to staff, including full-time professionals, contract staff, and student placements. PRO is financed through membership fees, the sale of resources, educational training services, grants, management of special projects, and revenue generation projects. These funds are used to conduct research, develop resources, and advocate on behalf of members and stakeholders.
Annual Reports
Annual General Meeting
Due to the ongoing restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are not able to complete the presentation of our annual report and conduct our annual general meeting scheduled for June 18, 2020.
Regulation 107/20 under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act has granted additional time to non-profit organizations like PRO that were to have held an AGM during the state of emergency. PRO must hold its AGM within 90 days of the termination of the state of emergency.
| Agenda | ||
| Opening Remarks, Introductions & Rules of Order | ||
| Motion to adopt the 2019 AGM Minutes | ||
| Report from the Chair and CEO | ||
| Treasurer's Report | ||
| Motions: | ||
| To Accept the Audited Financial Statements To Appoint the Auditor To Authorize the Board to set remuneration for the Auditor |
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| By-Laws | ||
| Motion to Approve all Acts and Business in 2019 | ||
| Elections | ||
| Resolutions | ||
| Other Business & Adjournment | ||
2018 Annual General Meeting Minutes
2018 Special Members Meeting to Appoint the Auditor: Minutes