Vernon Aquatic Centre to host community celebration before closure

The Vernon Aquatic Centre will host a ‘Last Splash’ community event on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. to celebrate its decades of service before the facility officially closes on Oct. 30.

Originally opened in May 1966 and renovated in 1994, the pool has served the community for nearly sixty years. The event offers free swimming and serves as an opportunity for residents to gather and share memories of the facility.

Following the closure, Vernon Recreation will transition to the new Active Living Centre. This new facility will feature an expanded aquatic centre, fitness spaces, gymnasiums, and walking and running tracks. Existing memberships, passes, and punch cards will be honored at the new location, and memberships will be extended to cover any service interruptions during the transition.