Jenner Jean-Marie Community Centre

Jenner Jean-Marie Community Centre

The Jenner Jean-Marie Center offers free enrollment and open enrollment programs for residents. With approximately 12,000 square feet of space, the center includes a multi-purpose hall, gym, meeting rooms, kitchen, weight/fitness room, and lobby. In terms of sports, users are particularly interested in badminton and pickleball—indoor pickleball is available with two wooden courts and portable nets, although it requires a one-time fee. In addition, the center’s facilities and the adjacent park (R.V. Burgess Park) include a basketball court, community garden, children’s play area, and other recreational facilities that allow for a variety of sports and social activities. The center also offers educational, recreational, and movement programs specifically for youth, seniors, and families—such as art, dance, summer camps, youth programs, and athletics.

Programs & Activities

• Instructional & Drop-in: This center offers a variety of drop-in and educational programs including art, sports, dance, and more.
• Sports, Fitness: Activities such as fitness, group exercise, and possibly weight/cardio fitness are offered.
• Summer Camps: This center is the home of the city’s CampTO summer programs for children and teens ages 4-16.
• A variety of classes and activities for children and teens: Including youth leadership, summer camps, educational and arts activities, and social resilience programs.

key Features & Amenities

1. The approximately 12,000-square-foot facility includes a multi-purpose hall, gymnasium, meeting/multipurpose rooms, kitchen, weight room/fitness room, and lobby/lounge area.
2. The facility is located next to Thorncliffe Library and Daycare and is adjacent to R.V. Burgess Park, which features a basketball court, community garden, children's playground, and outdoor space.
3. For pickleball, the facility has two indoor courts with wooden surfaces, permanent lines, and portable nets. Restrooms are also available. A one-time fee is required to play.

Book Now

1. Register or Log In to the New City of Toronto System: Effective November 6, 2024, the City of Toronto has launched a new system for registering for programs, reserving spaces, and purchasing memberships.
2. To use this system, you must first create an account or activate your existing account. If you were previously using the old system (eFun), a new account will be created for you and you will need to activate it.
3. Search Jenner Jean-Marie Community Centre: Once logged in, select the product or option “book a facility.” This option is typically located under the “Online Registration & Booking” category and includes facilities such as the gym, multi-purpose room, and kitchen.
4. Check Availability: Depending on the type of reservation (e.g., one-time use, program registration, or recurring booking), you will need to check whether the space is available on the date or time frame you are interested in. If the website doesn't have the information or your preferred time is full, you can call the center.
5. Direct Contact If Needed: If you encounter a limitation in online booking or a specific date is not available, it can be helpful to call the center. The Jenner Jean-Marie Community Centre phone number is (416) 396-2874
6. Payment and Final Confirmation: After selecting your desired space and time, you must pay the reservation fee online (usually by credit card) to finalize the reservation. After payment, you will be sent a reservation confirmation. Some reservations may require insurance or special permits (for special events, for example)

Location & Contact & Support

1. Address: 48 Thorncliffe Park Drive, East York, ON M4H 1J7, Canada

2. Opening hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or according to some reports until 5:00 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

3. Contact number: (416) 396-28742

4. Close to several bus stops (about 100 to 180 meters away), including at 49 Thorncliffe Park Drive and 65 Thorncliffe Park Drive

FAQs

What types of programs and services are offered?

It is diverse! It includes sports, arts, movement and recreation programs such as fitness, dance, art, summer camps, youth guidance, indoor and outdoor sports, crafts, and a meeting space for groups and free programs.

Is there a fee to visit the center or use the facilities?

Generally no. This is because the center operates as a “Free Center” and basic programs (such as Drop-in) are free. However, some programs or special facilities may have a fee. Low-income families may also benefit from various subsidies or financial assistance.