Abitibi-Ouest is a vast playground in which a host of services have been created to meet demand from the region’s residents. Whether you’re a sports buff, a culture maven or a fan of leisure pursuits, you will find plenty of activities to keep you occupied and active.
Sports and leisure
Numerous facilities are in place throughout Abitibi-Ouest for sporting activities, including but not limited to parks, arenas, bicycle paths, gyms and fitness centres. What’s more, Abitibi-Ouest’s proximity to nature makes it easy to enjoy a wide range of sporting activities, such as aquatic sports, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and cycling. There are also hundreds of kilometres of trails for ATV riding and snowmobiling. Finally, there are a number of clubs where all ages can take part in sports such as hockey, soccer, swimming and skating.
Ville de La Sarre’s website lists all activities, clubs and sports associations as well as the locations of facilities like the Nicol Auto arena, the pool and the gymnasiums.
Aréna Nicol Auto
550 rue Principale, La Sarre
Pools and gyms – Cité étudiante Polyno
Website: http://www.ville.lasarre.qc.ca/fr/
For a list of clubs, associations and schools covering all sporting activities such as hockey, curling, skating, and so on, please contact the CJE (Centre Jeunesse Emploi) or see the listing of organizations available on the Ville de La Sarre website.
Multipurpose trail
Located on the outskirts of the urban area and accessible by rue Lambert, this paved path can be used for cycling, inline skating, nature walks, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trail runs for a five-kilometre distance and is perfectly suited to fun family outings.
The park is open year-round and all trails are now paved . Since 2017, dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed at all times.
Participarc
The Participarc is located at the intersection of rue Principale and 12e avenue ouest. Nicely laid-out and ideally located, it features rest areas, children’s play sets, a water park for cooling off and sporting activities for the whole family. A paved circuit and pergola with tables have been set up to accommodate groups.
In the winter, a cross-country ski track is open to all, and a circular portion of the paved track becomes an outdoor skating rink.
Tennis courts
Four tennis courts are located near the Cité étudiante Polyno, at 500 rue Principale. The courts are fenced-in and lighted.
To avoid wait times and enjoy a friendly match during peak times, book your court the same day or less than 24 hours in advance by calling (819) 333-2282, ext. 267. A city employee is posted onsite to monitor the courts and provide technical assistance if need be. Inquire about the rates for renting a court.
Beattie golf course in La Sarre
18 chemin du Golf, La Sarre
Phone: 819 333-9944
Outdoors we go, in sun or snow
Outdoors we go, in sun or snowFor all outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and other activities, please visit the Accès Plein Air Abitibi-Témiscamingue website.
Website: www.accespleinair.org
Culture
Culture is alive and well in Abitibi-Ouest, where you’ll find libraries, festivals and cultural events, arts venues and over 100 artists working in the visual arts, literature, storytelling and music. La Sarre also has its own movie theatre and a number of cultural clubs and associations sure to interest you and the family.
The Ville de La Sarre website lists all cultural activities being held at the Maison de la culture, which also houses the library, the arts centre, and the Lilian Perreault theatre.
Website: http://www.ville.lasarre.qc.ca/
To attend any of the numerous live shows presented at Salle Desjardins, see the program of events.
Website: www.lasarre.ticketacces.net
For a list of clubs, associations and schools covering all artistic fields such as dance, music, singing, improvisation, etc., contact the CJEAO or visit the Ville de La Sarre website for its index of organizations.
