Recreation in Pickering

The City of Pickering has plenty of recreational opportunities for the whole family, from seniors to young children. Whether you have a 5 year old who dreams of being an artist, a 14 year old with an interest in leadership, or an 11-year-old who just wants to spend the day on their skateboard, there are a variety of summer camps available for children and youths from ages 3 to 15. For fitness enthusiasts age 13 and better, there are a number of registered and drop-in programs available at the Pickering Recreation Complex, including Zumba, Fitness Kick Boxing, Yoga, Cycle Fit, and more, not to mention the variety of indoor racquet sports! There is also public swimming at both the PRC and the Dunbarton Indoor Pool, and public skating in the winter at the many arenas throughout the city. And for those more interested in art and culture than physical activity, the Pickering Museum Village has plenty to see and do, and there are plenty of musical and visual art events throughout the year! Visit Pickering today to see for yourself all there is to do, or contact us for more information.

Getting Outdoors in Pickering

220 hectares of open space and parkland, 85 parks, 3 conservation areas, and numerous sports fields. 5 kilometers of publicly accessible Lake Ontario waterfront, including 2.7 kilometers of beach. The numbers are substantial, but they simply don't do justice to the recreation opportunities in Pickering. From baseball to skateboarding, from cricket to bocci, there are plenty of opportunities to get out and be active within the city. The pool at Petticoat Creek Conservation Area is under construction while a new aquatic entertainment facility is built, but its 70 hectares remain open for trail usage, picnicking, and exploration of local flora and fauna. The north half of Greenwood Conservation Area is managed by the City of Pickering while the south half is managed by the Town of Ajax. Activities such as hiking, cross country skiing, fishing, and bird watching are available throughout the conservation area. Many small parks throughout the city also include 'Tot Lot' playgrounds where children can play safely while guardians take their ease on available benches. And for those with 'fur kids', Pickering's Grand Valley Park has two designated leash-free areas: one west of the parking lot at the bottom of the hill, and one closer to the parking lot for mobility-impaired pet owners or those with small dogs. There is even more that we haven't the time to discuss here, so be sure to come explore and see for yourself how much there is to do outdoors in Pickering!

Pickering Neighbourhoods - Whitevale

Whitevale is steeped in a surprising amount of history for a community of its size. Formerly known as Majorville, it was settled in the 1820s. Truman P. White moved to Majorville around 1845, and began expanding the town in 1855, eventually building a gristmill, a cooperage, a planing factory, a mill, and a new school. It was in acknowledgement of T.P. White's contributions that the town changed its name to Whitevale. The town continued to experience tremendous growth including multiple factories and lodges until a railway line bypassed Whitevale. Around the same time, the town's poor luck with fires and flooding began. Many of the original buildings were gutted or destroyed by fire between 1874 and 1961, while the original Whitevale Bridge was washed out by a flood in 1929, and the approaches to the bridge were washed out by Hurricane Hazel in 1954.

As for the present and future of the town, Whitevale is a wonderful community in which to live. Duffins Creek has abundant opportunities for fishing, while the Seaton Hiking Trail offers some lovely scenery. The community hosts a variety of annual events year-round, from the Whitevale Christmas Craft Show or the Whitevale Winter Blah's Festival to the Fisherman's Breakfast or Whitevale Church's annual Corn Roast. With all of this and more to offer, stop by Whitevale today or contact us to learn more about finding a home for sale in the area!

Pickering Neighbourhoods - Claremont

Claremont is a humble rural hamlet in the north end of Pickering. The majority of its population is bulit around Central Street west of Brock Road, extending further north along Old Brock Road. Claremont Public School is the only school located within the community, though the office of the Durham District School Board is located just a few blocks away. Much of the surrounding area is occupied by farmland, leaving Claremont as a very close-knit pocket of community spirit surrounded by greenery -- or by white in the winter, when the Claremont Winter Carnival takes place each year including a variety of events and contests. And from Ash's Lashes and Esthetics to Williams Towing Service Ltd., there are plenty of local businesses offering whatever you need. Claremont really is a fantastic place to live, so contact us today if you are interested in the real estate market here!

Pickering Neighbourhoods - Brougham

Brougham is a small community built around the intersection of Brock Road and Highway 7, just north of the the 407. Don Beer Memorial Park is located in the east end of the community, complete with playground, basketball court, and baseball diamond. The Marc Barrie Gallery (or Gallery Brougham) has been displaying art in the west end of the community since 1982, making good use of the old School House #10, a one room school house built in 1859 and used until the late 1950s. Some of the community's lands may be affected by the proposed construction and activity of the Pickering Airport; the decision to proceed with planning and construction was made on June 11, 2013. Take the 52 York University bus to drop by for a visit, or contact us today to learn more!