• Arenas and Rinks
• Beaches and Pools
• Bursary Program
• Communities in Bloom
• Community Centres
• Community Garden
• Inclusive Recreation
• Marigolds on Main Street
• Playgrounds
• P.R.O. Kids
• Rockwood Park
• Seniors Programs
• Softball/Baseball Fields
• Special Programs
• Sports Hall of Fame
• Tennis Courts

Who Can Apply?

All children and youth up to 18 years of age who are in need of financial assistance. Applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis.

How to Apply - It's as Easy as 1, 2, 3

1. Choose a community-based program of interest.
2. Download and print the P.R.O. Kids Application Form (180 KB pdf)
3. Return the completed form by mail or in person to:

City of Saint John
Leisure Services Department
P.R.O. Kids
171 Adelaide Street
Saint John, NB
E2K 1W9

The Reference

Each application requires a reference. The application form describes a reference as someone who is familiar with the situation of the applicant and can verify that the applicant requires assistance from P.R.O. Kids. The reference should be an adult who knows the child, is not a family member, and who is active in community activities. Examples given are: teacher, coach, clergy, social worker, group leader, or co-worker. If the applicant has difficulty finding a reference, the P.R.O. Kids Manager can offer additional suggestions.

Application Deadlines

Due to an increase in the number of applications received each year, deadline dates have been created. An application must be received by the deadline in order for it to be considered. The deadline depends on the season in which the activity begins. P.R.O. Kids cannot guarantee placement even when applications are received by the deadline, as the number of children placed in any given year is dependent on available funding. An application can be held over from one season to the next if the child is not initially placed. References must be provided on each application.

• Applications are processed in the order in which they are received.
• P.R.O. Kids allows children/youth to access one activity each season - Fall, Winter/Spring & Summer.
• The service is for children/youth who are not participating in other paid recreation programs.
• P.R.O. Kids does not assume responsibility for registering children in activities. The parent/guardian is responsible for registering directly with the identified partner organization once P.R.O. Kids has linked them. If a child is registered in an activity before being approved by P.R.O. Kids, the parent/guardian is responsible for covering any costs associated with that activity until the time of approval.
• P.R.O. Kids does not reimburse parents; payment will be arranged directly with the program offering the activity.
• The parent/guardian is responsible for ensuring that the child attends the program. If transportation or equipment is an issue, contact the P.R.O. Kids Manager at 642-7529.
• If for some reason the child can no longer participate, the parent/guardian must contact P.R.O. Kids so another child can fill the space.

Where to Find Application Forms