-Looking to plan your next special event?
The Town offers a variety of facilities and rental opportunities. Consider Grace Tipling Hall, one of our many outdoor sports fields, parks, recreation complex or one our pavilions.
You can also call 519-925-2400 to book one of the rooms at the Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex (CDRC).
Town and Country Room |
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The Town and Country Room is a multipurpose room with a capacity for 242 people. Under the current COVID-19 guidelines, the current capacity for the Town and Country Room is 88 people. You can use this room for meetings, licensed parties or fitness classes. Size of Town and Country Room: 80' by 40'
Room amenitiesThe room includes the following amenities:
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Pool View Room |
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The Pool View Room is suitable for small gatherings, such as meetings, workshops, showers or parties. Size of Pool View Room: 38' x 21'
Room amenitiesThe room includes the following amenities:
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Small meeting rooms |
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The CDRC has two smaller meeting rooms that are best suited for meetings or small functions. You can rent this room separately or remove the divider to create a larger space. Our small meeting rooms contain tables, chairs and access to Guest WIFI. Single meeting room: 11' 3" x 20' 8" Double meeting room: 22' 6" x 20' 8" Rental feesThe following rates apply for the small meeting rooms:
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Party Package |
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We offer a party packages as follows:
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You can also call the CDRC at 519-925-2400 to rent ice times.
The following non prime time rental fees apply for all weekday ice rentals before 4:00 p.m. and weekend rentals before 7:00 a.m.
The following prime time rental fees apply for Monday to Friday from 4:00 p.m. to midnight and Saturday and Sundays from 7:00 a.m. to midnight:
During the summer months, you can book floor space at the Recreation Complex for ball hockey, lacrosse or other activities. The following hourly rental fees apply:
Organized gatherings on municipal property require a permit and are only allowed in designated areas. Parking is also restricted to designated areas only. All permits for town-owned or operated facilities require liability insurance.
Permits are confirmed when signed by an authorized representative. Confirmed permits require full payment.
Whether booking a space for your next event or enjoying a park space casually, please only bring reusable or biodegradable containers (over plastic). If using plastic, please dispose of your items in the appropriate bins provided.
You can view parks, sport fields and facility rental availability by checking out our parks and availability calendar.
Short-term or single-date bookings are available after the permit confirmation deadline for each season on a first-come, first-served basis. Currently, last-minute bookings are available to book online up to hours in advance.
2022 Rates and User Fees (PDF) effective February 2022.
Questions? Please call Facility Bookings at 519-925-2600 or email rentals@shelburne.ca.
When using our facilities, you must follow the Town's R Zone policy that promotes respectful behaviour. A few additional guidelines to consider include:
Acceptable use of town facilities and public spaces |
Be a good neighbour!Permit holders - sports organizations, teams, players and residents - who are using the Town of Shelburne's sports fields are required to conduct themselves in a respectful and responsible way. Inappropriate behaviourStaff conduct regular checks of sports fields and parks to ensure proper use. The majority of sports field users act in a respectful way, however, there are occasions when inappropriate behaviour is reported such as:
Report an incidentThere is now a formal procedure to investigate and manage inappropriate behaviour by users of our sports fields. If you witness or experience any conduct violations, please report the incident through our online Town's R Zone policy. Criminal behaviours such as illegal substance use, fighting or assault, theft, possession or use of weapons, or harassment (non-emergencies) should be reported to Ontario Provincial Police 519-925-3838 (non-emergency calls). Consequences and enforcementIncidents of inappropriate behaviour by permit holders or team members will be investigated. If the details are confirmed, disciplinary action will be taken. Action can include a verbal and/or written warning, fine, permit suspension or loss of permit, depending on the severity of the incident and any prior violations. |
Liquor licence |
If you are serving alcohol at an event hosted in one of the rooms at the Recreation Complex, you must apply for a liquor licence. You must have a Special Occasion Permit and Smart Serve certified server present in order to serve alcoholic beverages to your guests. If you are serving alcohol at an event hosted on Town property, you will need council approval. If you are selling alcohol, you will need to apply for a liquor license in addition to Town Council approval |
Liability insurance |
Liability Insurance is mandatory for all facility rentals. |
Set up and take down |
CDRC – rentalsYou are responsible for your own set up and take down when using CDRC rooms. We will provide tables and chairs; however, you are responsible for any food, plates, utensils or decorations necessary for your event. Town propertyYou are responsible for your own set up and take down when using Town facilities. |
Service disruptions and field closures |
Permit holders are advised to assess the field conditions prior to using the space.If saturation is high (visible puddling, soft play surfaces), avoid using the space and report field saturation that interrupts usage to rentals@shelburne.ca. Damage caused to the play areas can have significant impact on the usability of the entire field for the remainder of the season. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we protect the standards of the fields. Afterhours supportAll concerns should be directed to Public Works. Should Public Works be called out to assist on the day there is a mandatory $80 call out fee payable by your organization. Seasonal Field ClosuresAll grass fields are closed between October 1 and April 30. This allows the fields to rest, especially during the wettest time of the year when the most damage can occur. During this time, parks staff to provide routine maintenance, undertake necessary repairs, improvements, and renovations on an annual rotating basis. Sport field season dates, weather permittingDiamonds: Mid May through September 30 Soccer field: Mid May through September 30 Cricket field: Mid May through September 30 |
Picnics and social gatherings |
Picnics and social gathering permitsWe typically issue permits for picnic areas at Natasha Paterson Pavilion and Fiddle Park These public parks are available for our entire community to enjoy. We cannot guarantee that theses space will not be accessed by other residents during your visit. Residents are reminded that gatherings are subject to public health regulations, as well as provincial guidelines. Barbeques and grills, and other cooking appliances are not permitted in town parks with out a permit. Picnic tables will be spaced out to encourage physical distancing but are not sanitized. Visitors are reminded to continue to be vigilant about public health practices and provincial directives to reduce the spread of COVID-19, including maintaining 2-metre physical distance from others. Individual and small group fitness permitsOrganizations looking to provide individual or small group (set out by capacity limits set out by the Province) outdoor fitness or training (e.g. boot camps) can apply for a permit online starting. |
Sports field |
What do I need to know about requesting a sport field permit?A timetable for requests and permit confirmation deadlines is set annually. Current clients in good standing will be contacted and requested to submit their requirements to rentals@shelburne.ca before each season deadline.
Permit holders are advised to assess the field conditions before using the space.If saturation is high (visible puddling, soft play surfaces), avoid using the space and report field saturation that interrupts usage to rentals@shelburne.ca. Damage caused to the play areas can have significant impact on the usability of the entire field for the remainder of the season. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we protect the standards of the fields. Sport field season dates, weather permittingDiamonds: Mid May through September 30 Soccer field: Mid May through September 30 Cricket field: Mid May through September 30 Field MaintenanceGrass CuttingGrass cutting on all irrigated Class A fields will be maintained at a 2" height. Grass cutting on Class B fields will be maintained at a 2.5" height. As town grass-cutting equipment may damage saturated fields, rainfall may delay the standard grass cutting schedules. Field LiningAll field lining is the responsibility of the group. GroomingAll grooming will be completed based on scheduled use. |
You can rent pavilions and parks to host your next large outdoor gathering:
Fiddle Park |
Fiddle Park is a great outdoor venue for festivals, fairs, community events and family reunions. Located at 105 Second Line, the park is home to a variety of events, including the Heritage Music Festival (Bands and Beers), Pickin in the Park each year. You can book Fiddle Park Rental feesThe following fees apply:
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Jack Downing Park |
You can rent Jack Downing Park for $60.00 plus HST. |
Natasha Paterson Memorial Park Pavilion |
You can rent the pavilion at Natasha Paterson Memorial Park for $80.00 plus HST. |
You can rent our mobile stage for your next event! In order to book the stage you need to:
The stage is rented on a first come, first served basis. Our staff will set up and take down the stage. Please review our stage rental contract for a full rental details and our rental terms and conditions.
Whether you are hosting a baseball or soccer tournament, competitive match or recreational game with friends, you can rent a baseball diamond or soccer field through the Town of Shelburne.
We have three parks in Shelburne that contain sports fields:
You can rent baseball diamonds and soccer fields at our parks. Greenwood and Hyland parks have children's play areas and all three have washroom facilities available for public use. The following is a list of baseball diamonds in Shelburne:
Baseball diamonds |
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Single game rentals:
Tournament rentals:
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Soccer fields |
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The following rental fees apply to soccer field rentals:
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There is an out of town user fee of $12.00 for non residents per person/league. Should Public Works be called out to assist on the day there is a mandatory $85.00 call out fee payable by your organization.
Contact Us
Town of Shelburne
203 Main Street East
Shelburne, ON L9V 3K7
Phone: 519-925-2600
Fax: 519-925-6134
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