The Aquatic & Wellness Centre…
Why is a new Aquatic & Wellness Centre Needed?
The Town of Saugeen Shores is one of the fastest-growing communities in Ontario. The population expanded by 16% since the last census… almost three times as quickly as the provincial growth rate.
Two of the fastest-growing segments are children under 15 and those between 25-44.
The region is home to Bruce Power, with its Life Extension Program securing approximately 27,000 jobs.
The Town’s traditional tourism economy is thriving. The population surges year-round, especially during the summer as tourists arrive to enjoy Lake Huron.
After retirement, many people tend to remain or relocate to Saugeen Shores. Additionally, the number of residents aged 65 and older has grown by more than a third since the last census.
The new aquatic and wellness centre will help address the growing need for activities and facilities to serve this growing population, especially when you consider the current pool is nearing the end of its life cycle.
The Town is excited that Saugeen Shores is evolving into a regional hub and a community of choice for many new residents who embrace the beauty, vibrant lifestyle, and benefits of small-town, rural living.
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Investing in the wellness and recreation of our Town TODAY leads to a strong, healthy community for years to come…
Health and Wellness Pillars of our community;
- Recreation Facilities – Cricket pitch, numerous soccer pitches, 11 baseball diamonds, including the Lamont Sports Park with four new ball diamonds & two more being completed.
- Trails & Biking – Saugeen Shores is a Bronze-Designated Bicycle Friendly Community offering cycling events, bike valets, bike friendly businesses and guided rides. Saugeen Shores also offers over 40 kms of trails to explore along with nine athletic parks, 27 playgrounds and countless green spaces.
- Lake access with 18km of beaches to enjoy.
- Sport and Recreation Tourism/Events – Rotary Huron Shore Run, Lakeshore Womens’ Triathalon, Gran Fondo Lake Huron, presented by Bruce Power & Suppliers, Fire Fit, Ontario Tankard.
- Award winning competitive clubs including one of Canada’s top ranked track clubs, the Breakers Swim Team and the Saugeen Shores Lifesaving Club.
Your support will help extend recreation and wellness opportunities for the health of our community year-round…
This new state of the art, multi-use facility will create a year-round recreational and wellness space that:
Supports the health and well-being of residents and visitors, including youth, seniors, and those with disabilities.
Creates training space and a meeting place for clubs.
Adds to our community’s growing sports tourism and the economic impact associated with those events for local businesses (especially in shoulder seasons).
Provides the opportunity to expand our community’s ability to host sanctioned competitive events.
Provides year-round space and programming for youth to learn how to swim. A life- saving skill when living in a lake front town.
Increases options for Fall/Winter swimming & other physical activities such as walking & strength/ conditioning.