New Indoor Aquatics Facility

The new indoor aquatic facility and geothermal heating facility are moving forward. The funding applications for both the Indoor Aquatic Facility and the geothermal heating facility were approved and announced on March 7, 2024.

The next step is to continue working with the design team on design activities.

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Background

A new indoor aquatics facility was prioritized in the City’s Recreation Master Plan and in July 2022, the feasibility study for the pool was presented to Executive Committee of Council. The feasibility study included community research and consultation. The project is also supported by a Community Advisory Committee.

The facility will be heated by geothermal energy.

The vision for the new facility is an accessible, inclusive and sustainable community destination that serves Regina residents and visitors for generations to come.

The new indoor aquatic facility and geothermal heating facility are moving forward. The funding applications for both the Indoor Aquatic Facility and the geothermal heating facility were approved and announced on March 7, 2024.

The next step is to continue working with the design team on design activities.

Enter your email at the top of the page and hit subscribe to stay informed on project updates.

Background

A new indoor aquatics facility was prioritized in the City’s Recreation Master Plan and in July 2022, the feasibility study for the pool was presented to Executive Committee of Council. The feasibility study included community research and consultation. The project is also supported by a Community Advisory Committee.

The facility will be heated by geothermal energy.

The vision for the new facility is an accessible, inclusive and sustainable community destination that serves Regina residents and visitors for generations to come.

  • Update

    March 2024

    On March 7, 2024, the City of Regina, along with the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, announced approval of ICIP funding applications. Work continues on the next stages of design.

  • Community Research and Engagement

    November 2021

    The feasibility study included community research and consultation:

    • 40,000 randomly selected households were invited to participate in an online survey.
    • The public were invited to participate in an online questionnaire.
    • Representatives from community groups have been invited to participate in an online questionnaire and upcoming focus group discussions.

    There will be more opportunities for public engagement in the design phases following site selection.

  • Project Partners & Community Advisory Committee

    September 2021

    The City is working with external consultants hcma Architecture + Design, RC Strategies and P3A Architecture, who all bring extensive experience in aquatics facilities, engagement, planning and design.

    The project is also being supported by a Community Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC is made up of local members with broad knowledge and experience that represent various sport programs and interests in Regina. The role of the CAC is to act in an advisory capacity and provide input and feedback to assist the project team.

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