Facility Updates

Last update April 11, 2025

Complete

During the scheduled maintenance closure of the Aquatic Centre, March 31 - April 10, the following work was completed:

• Comprehensive inspection of all four pool basins: Leisure Pool, Lap Pool, Family Hot Tub, and Adult Hot Tub.
• Inspection and cleaning beneath the movable floor in the Lap Pool.
• Detailed inspection of pool bulkheads.
• Thorough inspection and deep cleaning of gutter systems.
• Evaluation and maintenance of water features.
• Extensive tile repairs and grouting in pool basins and surrounding deck areas.
• Inspection of all bottom grates for safety and integrity.
• Full inspection of mechanical systems, including pumps, drum filters, and filtration units.
• Inspection and maintenance of sodium hypochlorite tanks and chemical feed lines.
• Cleaning and inspection of surge tanks.
• Maintenance work in the sauna and steam room, including sauna heater exchange and servicing of steam generators.
• Maintenance of stainless steel fixtures throughout the facility.
• Maintenance of on-deck showers (note: replacement system scheduled for delivery in approximately 12-15 weeks).
• General maintenance and servicing of locker units, changing room stalls, and showers.

In-progress

The following items remain in-progress or are being considered for future implementation.

• Lap Pool Maintenance: inspection, cleaning and repairs are on schedule for completion, and to reopen the Lap Pool April 23.
• Turnstiles: There is an ongoing issue with the current model of turnstiles across all current locations, rendering them non-functional at this time. We are actively working with the manufacturer to identify a suitable solution.
• Universal Change Area Glass Panel: Temporary coloured panel installed to replace broken glass until the clear glass panel arrives.
• Pool Deck Showers: A new shower system has been ordered, with delivery anticipated in 12-15 weeks. A temporary solution has been implemented by welding one of the shower handles in place so one shower is functional. 
• Shoe Rack in the Universal Change Area: Scheduled for delivery in approximately 8 weeks.
• Lockers with Missing Keys: Due to a significant percentage (over 50%) of locker keys not being returned after use, we are evaluating the possible transition to a coin-return locker or free punch code system. This change is intended to ensure locker availability for facility users.
• Change Area Benches: The addition of benches in the change rooms is currently under consideration. Due to limited walkway space and budget constraints, a feasibility assessment is being conducted to identify options that balance user convenience with infrastructure constraints and cost implications.
• Water Fountains: The feasibility of installing a water fountain system near the sauna and steam room is under review. Additional evaluation is required to determine whether the installation is possible within existing infrastructure constraints.