SOCC Pool Reconstruction Project - March update

Thank you to our residents and community centre pool users for your continued patience and support as we work through the South Oshawa Community Centre Pool Reconstruction Project. We know how important this facility is to you, and we want to acknowledge the growing frustration surrounding the length of time this project is taking. City staff, contracted crews, and members of Council – including both Ward 5 City Councillors – share that frustration and want the pool reopened as much as you do.

When deficiencies were first discovered in September 2024, no one anticipated the extent of the work that would be required. To support community understanding, we have included a detailed timeline outlining the work that has taken place since the closure.

We remain committed to completing the work safely, responsibly, and with urgency so that the community and facility users can once again enjoy the pool facilities.

Project Status:

Following the unexpected shutdown of the pool in September 2024, significant challenges were revealed that were not apparent at the outset of the project. As we carried out further investigation, additional areas of concern emerged requiring the project scope to expand beyond our initial estimates.

• Exterior Work
  Excavation work supporting the required upgrades to the building’s foundation drainage system is essentially complete, and the remaining exterior work is limited to the southwest corner.
• Fire Suppression System
  Work continues on the installation of the access structure for the fire suppression system, including associated electrical and mechanical components. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances outside of the City’s control, delays have occurred with the steel work required for this structure. These delays directly affect our ability to advance work on the pool infrastructure as the pool cannot be accessed at this time.

City Commitment:

City Council has made the South Oshawa Community Centre Pool Reconstruction Project a priority and has committed more than $8 million toward the project. This investment demonstrates the City’s commitment to reopening the pool as soon as possible.

We share the community’s disappointment and want to assure you that we are doing everything possible – including continuing to commit staff and resources – to ensure the soonest possible reopening of this vital recreational and community resource.

Learn more:

• View our Project Timeline Infographic
• View our Photo Gallery

We will continue to share updates as the project progresses. The latest information will always be available at oshawa.ca/SouthOshawaPool.

For questions, please contact Service Oshawa at 905‑436‑3311 – they will be happy to connect you with the Project Manager.