The Multi-Use Facility project has officially kicked off!
This is a multi-year project that began with community visioning to learn what the community would like to see in the new facility. The goal of this project is to create a safe and welcoming space that supports recreation, culture, learning, and connection for everyone in the community.
This project started because the existing gym is nearing the end of its lifecycle and there is demand for more modernized and flexible community gathering spaces. The new facility will be able to host a wide range of activities and allow multiple programs and user groups to use the space at the same time.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the September engagement events! Your feedback will help the project team determine next steps and begin the Pre-Design Planning phase.
News and Updates
Stay tuned for project updates through the RRFN Facebook Page, Manitou Rapids App, and the community newsletter.
Project Frequently Asked Questions
What will the new facility include? The project is currently in the visioning and pre-design planning stage, so design is still to come. Community input will help to shape the facility’s features, amenities, look and feel. Before construction can begin, the project team will complete pre-design assessments, secure funding, and then move through design and construction tendering phases. Keep an eye on this page for project updates.
How will the project be funded? The project team will seek funding from federal and provincial grant programs. The team will identify what grants are available and then complete the pre-design work needed to apply, including cost estimates, and community visioning.
Where will we play in the meantime? The project team is looking into options for a year-round activity space to ensure that sports and access to recreation continue through the construction process. More work is needed before decisions can be made. Rest assured, this is a very high project priority.
Where will the youth centre go? As part of the pre-design planning work, the team is looking at options for temporary relocation of the youth centre. We will be able to move furniture, equipment, etc. over to a temporary facility. Planning for the youth centre is a very important project priority and we will work with the community and youth as options are figured out.
What is the anticipated project timeline? The project team has heard from the community that this project is a high priority, and the team is working hard to bring it to fruition! We don’t have a construction timeline yet, but the community will be kept updated as the project progresses.