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 new facility will be located on the Sportplex site to the east of the Fieldhouse/Lawson Aquatic Centre, in a portion of the Taylor Field Lands. The Lawson and Fieldhouse will continue to operate until the new facility is open.

The Taylor Field Lands is made up of several pieces of the former Mosaic Stadium vacant land, the Sportplex site which includes the current Fieldhouse/Lawson Aquatic Centre and new location of the Indoor Aquatic Facility, as well as the vacant parking lots adjacent.

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

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Background

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.

Fall 2025 Construction Begins

Fall 2025 marks the start of construction on the Indoor Aquatics Facility (IAF).
Set to open in 2029, this will be Regina’s first public year-round pool to include waterslides, a wave pool and a lazy river. These features are integrated with state-of-the-art aquatic sports pools with the capacity to host national athletic competitions. The new facility will also add space for swimming lessons and provide residents and visitors of all ages and abilities with access to fun, relaxing and healthy community leisure activities all year long.
The Indoor Aquatics Facility will be located just east of the Lawson Aquatic Centre and Fieldhouse, across from Mosaic Stadium and the REAL District. The Lawson Aquatic Centre and Fieldhouse will remain open as much as possible during construction to provide access to recreation programs. Construction updates and parking maps will be posted on the new website.
Regina City Council approved an updated budget of $313.6 million, including $28.5 million for the geothermal heating plant, in July 2025. The scope and design of the project were informed by a series of public engagements, feasibility studies, a Community Advisory Committee and the Catalyst Committee on recreation between 2021 and 2025.
Now that the consultation phase is over and the project is fully approved, the Be Heard public survey page will be closing. Moving forward, you will find all further updates and details on City of Regina | Indoor Aquatics Facility
Thank you for your interest, patience and ongoing support for this important community project.
May 2025 Engagement Session Updates
The new Indoor Aquatics Facility (IAF) is moving forward and construction is scheduled to start this year. The vision for the new aquatics facility is an accessible, inclusive and sustainable destination that will serve Regina for generations to come. The IAF will provide competition and training amenities as well as recreation and leisure amenities – such as a wave pool, waterslides and a lazy river. The IAF will be located next to the Fieldhouse in the North Central Neighbourhood and will provide community gathering spaces, along with an outdoor playground and spray pad. It will be heated by geothermal energy.
The City of Regina will host drop-in sessions for residents to ask questions and learn more about the design and construction of this community facility.
We invite you to drop in at the Sportplex and learn what the project means for our community:
- May 27, 2025 | 1:30p.m. to 4:30p.m.
- May 29, 2025 | 5:30p.m. to 8:30p.m.
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.