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The G.H. Dawe Community Centre closed its doors on March 31, 2008 as construction for the revitalization got underway. Now, the countdown is on, and we're getting ready to reopen our doors in early spring/summer of 2010.
The revitalized and expanded community centre will boast:
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Five exciting pool basins: kids play pool, leisure pool, spray pool, large hot tub as well as a refurbished four lane lap pool
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Two water slides, sauna and steam room
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Three multipurpose rooms with features for meetings, parties and special classes on the sprung floor
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A full multifaceted gymnasium for sports, recreation and dryspace activities
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Fitness & workout space with a great view of the pool
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Child minding centre
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Food services
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New and expanded library
Work is taking place over three phases that include:
Phase 1: Hazardous Materials Removal and Site Preparation
Phase 2: Demolition
Phase 3: Reconstruction
Take Photo Tour One to view photos of the G.H. Dawe Community Centre before the revitalization got underway.
Phase 1: Hazardous Materials Removal & Site Preparation
A hazardous materials assessment was conducted in June 2008. All hazardous materials must be removed before any renovation or demolition can begin so people who are on the site are not exposed to asbestos or other unsafe substances.
The hazardous materials removal process aimed to:
- isolate work areas
- protect workers
- minimize the release of asbestos fibres
- ensure adequate clean-up and decontamination
Other steps will also be completed during phase one to prepare the site for construction:
- fencing was set up to define work areas and public areas
- trees in the construction zone were either relocated or recycled as mulch and firewood
Take Photo Tour Two to see the hazardous materials removal process at the G.H. Dawe Community Centre.
Phase 2: Demolition
Demolition took place from July to October 2008. A large part of the interior of the facility was demolished.
- most walls and floors throughout the building were torn out
- the swimming pool was prepared for reconstruction
- the electrical and plumbing systems were stripped back
Take Photo Tour Three to view photos of the G.H. Dawe Community Centre during the demolition process.
Phase 3: Reconstruction
Demolition is now complete and we are in the reconstruction phase of the revitalization. New construction will renew the inside of the building and expand the facility.
Upgrades and renovations to the arena were completed in September 2009 with the remainder of the Dawe slated to reopen its doors in late spring or early summer 2010.
Take a look at Photo Tour Four to see where we've come from and where we're headed as we reconstruct the building.
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