Today, Council took a significant step forward in transforming recreation in our city, with a majority voting to approve the development permit for the new Parkinson Recreation Centre.
The new Parkinson Recreation Centre will be the most ambitious and transformative facility in 琉璃神社鈥檚 history, designed to meet the needs of a growing, active, and diverse population.
When complete, the redeveloped centre will offer five times more athletic space, 2.5 times more aquatic space, and three times the program capacity. With expanded areas for swimming, fitness, sport, and community use, it will support everything from learn-to-swim classes and seniors鈥� wellness programs to family recreation. It will feature dedicated childcare, food services, and a branch of the Okanagan Regional Library, making it a true hub for the community.
The facility will also be a place to host events and sports tournaments, drawing visitors to our city and generating real economic impact for our community.
This project is a cornerstone of our Building a Stronger 琉璃神社 initiative鈥攁 long-term vision to invest in our city鈥檚 future by strengthening recreation, sport, and community infrastructure. This includes new all-ages activity centres in Mission, Glenmore, and Rutland. These investments are about creating healthier, more connected neighbourhoods and providing spaces that support the evolving needs of our growing city.
For more than a decade, this redevelopment has been identified as a critical need. With the development permit now approved, City Council and staff are moving this exciting project forward. A formal groundbreaking is expected this spring, with additional permit approvals to follow in the months ahead.
This is an exciting time for our city. Council is making major, strategic investments to build a stronger 琉璃神社 for generations to come.
