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What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre?
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Consultation has concluded
At a public open house on an. 24, City of Waterloo staff revealed the most recent architectural and interior designs for the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex expansion, which will include a new older adult centre.
The community was invited to drop in to share in the design reveal. Parkin Architects Limited and city staff were on hand to answer questions as well as provide an opportunity to visualize the facility's transformation with the help of virtual reality tours, a 3D model and interior/exterior perspectives.
Our survey is now closed
We would like to thank everyone who provided input on the designs. Your feedback will inform the final design and construction process. Stay tuned for further updates about this project.
At a public open house on an. 24, City of Waterloo staff revealed the most recent architectural and interior designs for the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex expansion, which will include a new older adult centre.
The community was invited to drop in to share in the design reveal. Parkin Architects Limited and city staff were on hand to answer questions as well as provide an opportunity to visualize the facility's transformation with the help of virtual reality tours, a 3D model and interior/exterior perspectives.
Our survey is now closed
We would like to thank everyone who provided input on the designs. Your feedback will inform the final design and construction process. Stay tuned for further updates about this project.
Referencing
the design renderings found in the document library, what are your thoughts on the overall design of the
expanded facility? Do you find it to be a safe, welcoming and inclusive
space?
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
In August 2016, City of Waterloo Council approved the advancement of a needs assessment and feasibility study.
January 2017 - Public open house
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
The community was invited to learn about the potential expansion of the WMRC, provide input and suggestions for programs, and meet the planners to learn next steps.
May 2017 - Phase 1 - Needs assessment study
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
The first phase of this work (needs assessment
study) was presented to council on May 8, 2017.
October 2017 - First design unveiling
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
The community was invited to see conceptual drawings based on input received during the January 2017 public open house.
December 2017 - Phase 2 - Feasibility study
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
The second phase of this work (feasibility study)
was presented to council on December 11, 2017. This included a list of key
program spaces (new or repurposed) and conceptual designs for an expanded WMRC,
combined with a relocated older adult centre.
January 2018 - Second design unveiling
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
The
community is invited to share in the design reveal with the
help of virtual reality tours, a 3D model and interior/exterior perspectives.
Spring 2019 - Council approval for construction
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? has finished this stage
City staff will return to council in spring 2019
for approval to move ahead with construction, which is estimated to take about
24 months.
Spring 2020 - Construction begins
What do you think about the new designs for the WMRC and new older adult centre? is currently at this stage
On May 1 2020, the provincial government revised its guidelines regarding municipal construction projects. We are pleased to announce that the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex can now proceed as planned.
The WMRC expansion and new older adult centre will
open sometime in the summer of 2021.
Please visit our project page for ongoing project updates.
