The Town of Whitby has officially taken possession of the Fieldgate Sports Complex, marking the transition from construction to opening preparations.
With construction of the $155 million facility substantially complete, town staff will now begin preparing the complex for opening by commissioning systems, installing equipment and furnishings, training staff, and completing final operational readiness activities – starting in the arenas which will open for the Ontario Lacrosse Festival on July 31.
“With the facility handover complete, our focus now turns to preparing the facility for opening. Over the coming weeks, staff will be testing systems, training employees, moving into the facility, and ensuring residents have a welcoming experience from the moment they walk through the doors. We look forward to giving residents and visitors a first look at the new arenas as part of the Ontario Lacrosse Festival. At the same time, work will continue on outdoor amenities as we prepare for the official grand opening celebration in September,” said Chief Administrative Officer Matt Gaskell.
Preparation work in all other areas of the complex – both the indoor and outdoor spaces – will continue ahead of the facility’s opening on September 12.
Ontario Lacrosse Festival
Only the arenas will be open during the Ontario Lacrosse Festival. The aquatics centre, gymnasium, walking track, and outdoor recreation amenities will remain closed while final construction, equipment load-in, staff training, and operational preparations continue ahead of the opening.
Fieldgate Sports Complex, once complete, will serve as a hub for recreation, sport, wellness, and community connection for generations to come.
“The Fieldgate Sports Complex is a once-in-a-generation investment in our community’s future and priority action coming out of Whitby’s Community Strategic Plan. Today’s handover represents years of planning, collaboration, and community input coming together. We are excited to soon start welcoming residents through the doors of this incredible new facility and see the lasting impact it will have on our community,” said Mayor Elizabeth Roy.
The facility is located west of Baldwin Street South and south of Highway 407, and is about 15,200-square-metre in area.
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Fieldgate Sports Complex to host its first event at July-end
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