Thursday, August 28, 2025
The Government of Ontario is investing over $7.7 million support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art aquatic centre in Uxbridge. This project is part of the $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF).
“Our government is proud to support communities like Uxbridge by investing in infrastructure that delivers better services for people, while creating more opportunities for people to stay active,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “The new aquatic centre will provide safe, accessible and modern recreational spaces that will serve residents for years to come. Investments like this will protect local jobs, strengthen communities and build a more resilient economy.”
The new aquatic centre will replace North Durham’s only indoor pool with a modern facility that will feature an eight-lane, 25-metre pool for swimming and fitness, a 10-by-15-metre therapy and teaching pool and a multi-sport space designed for basketball, pickleball and fitness programming. Once complete, it will serve as a year-round hub for sport, wellness and community activities — supporting swimming lessons, rehabilitation therapy, competitive training and recreational leagues, while providing a welcoming space for families, seniors and youth to stay active and connected.
“Swimming is such a critical life skill and the Uxpool ensures our kids can enjoy nature safely,” said Dave Barton, Mayor of Uxbridge. “This investment means we can continue offering swim programs, camps and certifications for generations to come. Thank you to Minister Lumsden and MPP Peter Bethlenfalvy for making this possible — one of the most important projects in Uxbridge’s history.”
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