The Sunshine Coast Regional District is changing fees for recreation services beginning next week.
On the first of August, there will be a 5 per cent increase for recreation facility rentals for arenas, pools and multi-purpose community rooms.
Community hall rentals and sports fields are unaffected.
The regional district says there have not been any increases for years and the fees being charged were not keeping pace with increased operational costs.
The SCRD says its facility rental rates were among the lowest in the province.
In 2025, rates for facility rentals, admissions and passes will increase by 5 per cent, and in 2026, facility rentals rates will again increase by 5 per cent.
Recreation Services manager Graeme Donn says updating the fees and charges will allow them to continue providing high quality recreation services, better align program and service delivery with operating costs, and meet rising levels of inflation.
Along with the higher fees there are also reductions.
For instance, the birthday party package fee for kids six to twelve decreases by 20 dollars.
Children and youth can now purchase an annual pass for 39 dollars without needing an adult to also have a valid pass.
