Fieldgate Sports Complex officially danded over to Town of Whitby

Whitby’s largest recreation project is entering its final chapter. The Town of Whitby officially took possession of the Fieldgate Sports Complex, marking the transition from construction to opening preparations.

With construction substantially complete, Town staff prepared the complex for opening by commissioning systems, installing equipment and furnishings, training staff, and completing final operational readiness activities – starting in the arenas which opened for the Ontario Lacrosse Festival on July 31.

“The Fieldgate Sports Complex is a once-in-a-generation investment in our community’s future and priority action coming out of Whitby’s Community Strategic Plan. Today’s handover represents years of planning, collaboration, and community input coming together. We are excited to soon start welcoming residents through the doors of this incredible new facility and see the lasting impact it will have on our community,” said Elizabeth Roy, Mayor, Town of Whitby.

Preparation work in all other areas of the complex – both the indoor and outdoor spaces – will continue ahead of the facility’s Official Grand Opening Celebration on September 12.

“With the facility handover complete, our focus now turns to preparing the facility for opening. Over the coming weeks, staff will be testing systems, training employees, moving into the facility, and ensuring residents have a welcoming experience from the moment they walk through the doors. We look forward to giving residents and visitors a first look at the new arenas as part of the Ontario Lacrosse Festival. At the same time, work will continue on outdoor amenities as we prepare for the official Grand Opening Celebration in September,” said Matt Gaskell, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Whitby.

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