TOWNSHIP OF WELLESLEY: The Ontario government is investing over $16 million to support the construction of a nearly $22 million recreation centre for the Township of Wellesley.
The new centre will provide the community with recreational programming in a modern facility with a lower carbon footprint. Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure said: “Supporting meaningful projects like this one in the Township of Wellesley will make a positive difference to the families who live in the community, while also protecting their health and well-being today, and for many years to come.”
“The Government of Ontario is stepping up to support the Township of Wellesley with a $16 million investment for a brand-new recreation centre that will be enjoyed by all members of the community,” said Mike Harris, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry and Member of Provincial Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga.
“For two years, I have worked closely with Mayor Nowak and the Township to move this forward.” “This larger, safer, contemporary complex will become a hub where residents can meet, compete and where our communities will come together for health and comradeship.
In addition, we will be in a better position to attract “sports tourism” by hosting tournaments and drawing people from across Ontario and beyond. The economic benefits to Wellesley Township are enormous,” said Township of Wellesley Mayor Joe Nowak.
This new facility will include an ice pad, space for a senior centre and youth centre, walking track, gymnasium, and two soccer pitches. Construction is anticipated to begin in March 2022 with the recreation centre expected to open in Fall 2023.
• In total, the construction of a recreation centre for the Township of Wellesley will cost approximately $22 million.