Maitland Area Survey – July, 2021 Name Thank you for logging in to complete our survey. The purpose of the survey is to get Maitland area resident's input on community involvement and ways to improve the community as a whole - specifically when it comes to recreation. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Matthijs Van der Veen at mvanderveen@augusta.ca. 1. How long have you resided in Maitland? Less than one year to 3 years 4-6 years 7-15 years 15+ years 2. How many members are in your household? 1 person 2-4 people 4+ people 3. What age group do the people in your household fall under? (Select all that are applicable) 0-9 years 10-17 years 18-29 years 30-45 years 46-60 years 61+ years 4. Do you know about the Maitland Education and Recreation Centre (MERC) and what it entails? No, I do not know anything about it. A little - I have heard about it, but that's it. Yes, I am aware of it. Yes, I am involved in it and volunteer my time. *If you answered yes to Question #4, what do you know about MERC and what it has to offer the Maitland community? A Little Bit About MERC (Maitland Education and Recreation Centre): The community hall was built in 1987 and is a no-for-profit facility that is run by a committee of volunteers - the Maitland Education Recreation Corporation. This committee, established in 1964, strives to provide education, recreational and community programs at MERC for all ages. These programs include soccer (for kids), baseball (for adults), senior luncheons, senior exercise classes, an outdoor skating rink and ski/snowshoe/walking trails. MERC also awards an annual bursary for local high school students who have volunteered in the Maitland community. 5. Would you like to receive information about MERC programs and services? Yes please (see next question) No thank you, I am not interested at this time. 6. If you answered yes, to Question #5, how would you like to receive information about MERC programs and services? (Please check all that apply). Newsletter emails Social Media Website Posters and Announcements Other: 7. Have you ever participated in recreational activities in the Maitland community? Yes (Go ahead to Question #8) No (Go ahead to Question #11) 8. Which recreational activities did you participate in? 9. Would you join in again? Yes No 10. Would you consider volunteering to help out with activities/programming? Yes No 11. What are some reasons why you did not participate? 12. What kind of activities might you participate in? 13. Would you consider volunteering to help out with activities/programming? Yes No If you would like us to email you with information about our recreational activities within Augusta Township, please provide us with your email address: Civic Address (Optional) Thank you for participating in our survey!
