Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest to improve recreational facilities in Hamilton

Eva Rothwell Gymnasium Renovations

The project will renovate the gymnasium to include updated surfacing with multi-sport court lines, new adjustable basketball nets, and improvements to safety features including foam padding to areas under the net and stage area to reduce the risk of injury during activities. These upgrades will improve the quality of physical literacy programming, the safety of the gymnasium floor, and reduce barriers for persons with disabilities.

Central Memorial Recreation Centre Elevator Modernization and Replacement

The project will replace the elevator at the Central Memorial Recreation Centre in Hamilton. Various components of the elevator will be replaced including wiring and control systems, the car and cabin interior, fixtures, door equipment, hall button panels, and the valve, pump and tank.

Hamilton Amateur Athletic Association Park Redevelopment

The project will create barrier-free accessible pathways throughout the park, improve drainage for better grass growth, and upgrade the lighting to LED. The playground and spray pad amenities will also be upgraded to replace assets that have reached end-of-life.

Recreation Facility Roof Replacements and Retrofits

The project will repair and replace roofs at the Mohawk Ice Centre, Benneto Community Centre, Dundas Community Pool, and Chedoke Golf Club. These improvements will extend the life of these recreational facilities for years to come.