FAQs
How much will this project cost?
The current Class 5 (-50% to +100%) cost estimate is over $89 million for Phase 1 of the project. There is no cost estimate at this time for future phases.
How is the project funded?
The project has been approved for funding through the Community, Culture, and Recreation Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). Through the ICIP agreement, the Government of Canada is investing $31.655 million, the Government of Manitoba is funding $31.19 million, and the City of Winnipeg is contributing $16.293 million towards eligible project costs. The City is also contributing $9.901 million towards costs that are not eligible for ICIP funding. This brings the City’s total investment in the project to a minimum of $26.199 million.
Where is the project located?
The project will be built on 19 acres of land in the Bison Run neighbourhood in southwest Winnipeg, on Bison Drive west of Frontier Trail and east of Kenaston Boulevard.
When will Phase 1 of the project be built?
Planning for Phase 1 is expected to begin in fall 2022 with construction starting in 2024. Phase 1 includes the design and construction of gymnasiums, multipurpose rooms, indoor walking track and fitness area, a child care centre, and an outdoor spray pad. An addition to Pembina Trails Collegiate (50 Frontier Rd.), that supports vocational programs, will also be constructed as part of Phase 1.
A master site plan will be created for future phases. Future project phases will occur in later years, and may include an aquatic centre, library, outdoor leisure space, arena, and athletic fields. Future phases are subject to Council approval and funding.
What other services and amenities will be located on the site?
The City is constructing a fire-paramedic station on the site. In addition, a new K-8 school (Bison Run School) and high school (Pembina Trails Collegiate) have been constructed on Pembina Trails School Division property, located next to the planned recreation campus.
Why is a service sharing agreement required for the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus?
The Province of Manitoba and Pembina Trails School Division have constructed an elementary school and a high school next to the City’s South Winnipeg Recreation Campus. The child care centre and the addition to the high school for vocational programming that will be constructed as part of the South Winnipeg Recreation Campus Phase 1 project are planned to span current property boundaries to make better use of the space and provide easier access between all buildings.
The City of Winnipeg, Province of Manitoba, and Pembina Trail School Division are working together on the necessary agreements for this site layout along with agreements to support future programming and the shared use of facilities. All agreements require Council approval before moving forward.
Will the project be energy efficient?
The SWRC will be an energy efficient, net zero carbon ready building. A net zero carbon ready building is one that is designed and built to be able to operate as a net zero carbon building in the future and prioritizes low-carbon investments. The SWRC will follow the City’s Green Building Policy and achieve LEED silver certification.