All three levels of government have committed to jointly fund the first phase of the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus in Waverley West.
In an announcement on Thursday, August 12, 2021, the federal government has committed $31.6 million, the provincial government $31.1 million and the City of Winnipeg $16.2 million towards the project.
The first phase of the project involves the development of a multi-use, multi-generational recreation centre with gymnasiums, multi-purpose rooms, fitness space, a walking/running track, a daycare, a vocational building and adjacent site development. The new facility will provide access to sports and recreation activities, enhanced program opportunities, and places to meet in a centralized campus.
“Investing in modern, inclusive public infrastructure is key to building healthy, connected and vibrant communities,” said Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Western Economic Diversification Canada) and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change (Canada Water Agency). “This area of Winnipeg has seen significant and diverse population growth over the last decade, and this investment will provide essential recreation space for residents to enjoy for many years to come.”
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