The South End Community Centre and the Lyon Outdoor Pool Rehabilitation project in Guelph, Ontario, are moving closer to development with a new provincial investment of $11 million.

A $10-million investment in the South End Community Centre will support the construction of a 160,000 square-foot multi-purpose facility with twin ice pads, a double gym, an aquatic centre with a lap and teaching pool, multi-purpose rooms and community use spaces. The new centre will operate seven days a week and offer a variety of programs.

Lyon Outdoor Pool Rehabilitation Project will receive $1 million to upgrade the aging facility and extend the pool’s lifespan.

“These two grants are incredible news for Guelph, and mean our residents will have access to world-class recreation facilities for generations to come,” said Mayor Cam Guthrie. “With so many affordability pressures affecting Guelph residents, these grants are coming at the perfect time.”

These investments are part of the $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) — a provincewide initiative to revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living.