FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Prince George, B.C. - The Canfor Leisure Pool will close for three weeks from September 2 to 21 for routine annual maintenance. The pool will reopen on September 22.
Throughout September, staff will drain and refill the pools, deep clean, make minor repairs, and complete safety inspections of the waterslide and Ninja Cross. Both City pools close annually for regular maintenance and cleaning, though the Aquatic Centre will not close in 2025 due to upcoming upgrades. Learn more about what happens during annual maintenance on the City’s YouTube channel.
While the Canfor Leisure Pool is closed, the Aquatic Centre will remain open with regular hours. Get more information about pool hours and rates on the City website.
Update on pool upgrades
Aquatic Centre
In 2024, the City received approval through an alternate approval process to borrow up to $22,150,000 for Aquatic Centre upgrades. This funding is specifically earmarked for five phases of work at the Aquatic Centre. Construction is expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026 and will take up to two years. Exact timeframes and schedules are still being confirmed.
Canfor Leisure Pool
The Canfor Leisure Pool annual closure is not related to the Notice of Civil Claim that was filed in November. The City of Prince George is seeking compensation for deficiencies in the design of the Canfor Leisure Pool, specifically the mechanical system and building envelope system, to ensure taxpayers are not responsible for the costs associated with repairs. The claim is still before the courts, and the City is hopeful of a successful outcome.
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Media contact:
Kendall Robertson, senior communications advisor
Mobile: 778-349-5393
Email: media@princegeorge.ca