Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status updates. You will receive an email if your application is complete, incomplete, or does not qualify.
If you have not heard from us after 4 weeks, email lap@vancouver.ca.
Lifeguard and swim instructor certification and development programs are now included in the Leisure Access Program (LAP).
The Leisure Access Program (LAP) provides City of Vancouver residents with low-income with free and reduced cost programs and services at Park Board facilities.
Upon qualifying, a Leisure Access account is loaded on a OneCard for reduced cost access to Park Board pools, rinks, and participating fitness and community centres PDF file (210 KB).
How to apply
Family in the Leisure Access Program is defined as:
- One or two adult(s), legally married or common-law partners, and their legal dependents aged 17 and under.
- Grandparents and/or dependants aged 18 or older complete a separate Leisure Access application.
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You receive income assistance or one of the following provincial or federal financial subsidies
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You are a client of a non-profit or government agency, which can refer you
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You are an asylum seeker or a temporary foreign worker
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You are a family with a child up to 17 years old who has a disability (eligible for the Child Disability Benefit).
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You, your spouse, or dependent, age 18 and older, qualify for the Disability Tax Credit
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You are a resident with low-income but do not receive income assistance and cannot be referred
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You are receiving Employment Insurance (EI) benefits in 2024/2025
Free and reduced cost programs and services
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Ice rinks
100% admission discount
100% skate rental discount for group lessons and public skating
50% discount for group skating lessons
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Indoor pools
100% admission discount
50% discount for group swimming lessons
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Outdoor pools
100% admission discount
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Aquatics Academy
100% discount on courses
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Fitness centres
50% admission discount
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Bloedel Conservatory
50% admission discount
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Community Centre Association programs
50% discount for one program each season per facility
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Flexipass
50% discount
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Indoor cycling
50% admission discount
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Mobi by Rogers
One year of bike share for $20
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Pitch and putt golf courses
50% discount for admission and club rentals
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Playland and the PNE
50% admission discount
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Stanley Park Train
50% admission discount
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Racquetball and squash
50% admission discount
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Vancouver Aquarium
1 free visit per year, followed by unlimited 50% admission discount
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Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association (VBGA)
50% discount on a 1-year membership
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VanDusen Botanical Garden
50% admission discount
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West End parking permit
Non-market exempt permit rate for residents in low-income households
Who can't apply
Leisure Access isn't available to:
- Immigrants classified as investors or entrepreneurs
- Individuals or families with a combined:
- Interest and other investment income (Line 12100) over $1,000
- Net Rental Income (Line 12600) over $2000
- Capital Gains (Line 12700) over $2,000
- Non-residents of the City of Vancouver
- UBC and the University Endowment lands are not in the City of Vancouver
The terms and conditions of the Leisure Access Program are subject to change.
Privacy policy
We uphold and enforce the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act to ensure any and all personal information is secured and only shared for the purpose it was provided, in accordance with the law. This means:
- We don't disclose personal information.
- We ask for the immigration status of permanent residents and refugees in the LAP self-referred application only to determine eligibility.
Contact us
Email: lap@vancouver.ca
Get a replacement card
Report your lost or stolen OneCard with the Agency Pass to the Leisure Access Office at lap@vancouver.ca.
Replacement Agency Passes cost $5 while they're valid.