News on the AWC
Bruce Telecom Contributes to Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre
The Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to announce a generous $50,000 contribution of internet and phone services from Bruce Telecom to support the new Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC). This donation will be recognized through the sponsorship of the lifeguard...
Grand Opening of the Pryde Aquatic & Wellness Centre
The Town of Saugeen Shores is excited to invite the community to the Splish Splash Thank You Bash – Grand Opening and Donor Celebration at the new Pryde Aquatic & Wellness Centre. The event will take place on Saturday, January 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with...
Mowbray’s Canadian Tire Donates $50,000 to Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre
The Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to announce a generous $50,000 contribution from Mike and Eleanor Mowbray of Canadian Tire Port Elgin in support of the new Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC). This donation will be recognized through the sponsorship of the...
Aquatic and Wellness Centre Name Announced as Fundraising Enters Final Wave
With excitement and deep gratitude, the Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to announce that the official name of the new recreation facility will be the Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre. This name honours long-time community partners Brad and Kathy Pryde, who launched...
Breakers Swim Team Donates $195,000 for Electronic Pool Timing Equipment at Aquatic and Wellness Centre
The Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to recognize and thank the Breakers Swim Team for a generous $195,000 donation to cover 75% of the cost of electronic pool timing equipment for the new Aquatic and Wellness Centre. This investment supports the shared vision of an...
Barry’s Construction Donates $100,000 to Aquatic and Wellness Centre
The Town of Saugeen Shores is proud to recognize and thank Barry’s Construction for their generous $100,000 donation to the new Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC). Since 1977, Barry’s Construction and the Kruisselbrink family have been leaders in the community –...
Heersink Family Foundation Donates $50,000 to AWC
The Town of Saugeen Shores is pleased to announce a generous $50,000 donation from the Ewout and Lynn Heersink Family Foundation in support of the new Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC). "We are grateful to the Heersink family for their generous support of the Aquatic...
Summerside Hospitality Group Donates $50,000 to AWC
The Town of Saugeen Shores is pleased to recognize and thank Summerside Hospitality Group, owner of the Holiday Inn Express & Suites and Staybridge Suites Port Elgin, for their generous $50,000 donation in support of the new Aquatic and Wellness Centre (AWC). “We...
The Van Bastelaar Story on Donating to the Legacy of Wellness
John and June Van Bastelaar have always been passionate about Saugeen Shores. As a former Mayor of the Town of Port Elgin, John dedicated years of service to the community, striving to make it a better place for everyone. Now, the couple is continuing their legacy by...
The Van Myall Family Story on Donating to the Legacy of Wellness
A testimonial from Kara Van Myall on behalf of her family - Patrick, Josh and Nathan. As I watch the Aquatic and Wellness Centre take shape, I see more than just a construction site. I see a future of movement, competition, and community connection through...
The Shrider Family Story on Donating to the Legacy of Wellness
As Director of Community Services, Kristan Shrider has played a pivotal role in spearheading one of Saugeen Shores' most significant projects – the Aquatic & Wellness Centre (AWC). With her family's health and wellness top of mind, Kristan sees the AWC as the...
Aquatic & Wellness Centre Receives United $150,000 Donation from Three Rotary Clubs
Earlier this month, The Rotary Clubs of Port Elgin, Saugeen Shores, and Southampton came together in a pledge ceremony at the site of the Aquatic & Wellness Centre to announce their collective donation of $150,000 towards the “Just Add Water” fundraising campaign....