Park board greenlights Vancouver Aquatic Centre renewal
A renewal project for the Vancouver Aquatic Centre received approval this week, with plans to create a 25-metre lap pool, leisure pool, large hot pool, dive towers, and other aquatic and recreational amenities. The new design will also support competitive dive and swim groups.
The decision follows a report back from staff outlining that they are not able to proceed with a 50-metre pool under the current budget and timelines.
“This critical renewal ensures the facility continues to serve the downtown and broader Vancouver community from its iconic waterfront location in the West End for years to come,” says Vancouver Park Board Chair, Laura Christensen. “As part of this decision, we’re also reaffirming a commitment for a new 50-metre aquatic facility in the next ten years.”
Staff have also been directed to report back on the feasibility of adding a temporary pool basin to the Vancouver Aquatic Centre to accommodate swimmers during the renewal.
Currently, the existing facility operates at about 30 per cent of its potential capacity, mainly due to the temperature, depth and configuration of the lap and dive tanks, as well as the facility’s age and condition.
Council approval would still be required for any other funding beyond the initial $140 million allocated toward the project. Once approved, the project will proceed to detailed planning and design, with start of construction anticipated in late 2026.
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