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Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre

 

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre Upgrade & Facility Closure

Last Updated April 10, 2026

Work at the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre continues to progress, with approximately 88% of construction complete. The project team remains focused on completing remaining pool remediation work while advancing interior finishing and system commissioning activities in parallel. The overall program continues to plan for the facility’s return to operations later in 2026, with September 1, 2026 identified as the current target pending completion of construction, testing, and operational readiness activities.
 

What’s Been Completed So Far

Competition Pool (50 m):
Work in the competition pool area continues to advance, including targeted waterproofing and concrete remediation activities. Preparatory work is underway to support upcoming staged testing required before final pool finishing and commissioning.

Inside the Facility:
Change rooms and adjacent spaces continue to move through remaining finishing and fit‑out work, including partitions, benches, ceilings, lighting, and mechanical and electrical upgrades as areas become available.

Building Systems and Mechanical Work:
Pool mechanical piping and supporting building systems have advanced significantly. Preparations are underway for staged testing and commissioning of pool and building systems.

Building Exterior / Site Work:
Exterior concrete and related building enclosure work are nearing completion and continue to support overall facility readiness.
 

What’s Next
In the weeks ahead, the focus will remain on completing remaining pool remediation work and moving through the next major stages of testing, commissioning, and readiness, including:

  • Advancing competition pool work to support staged water testing, subsequent pool fill, and commissioning activities
  • Continuing remaining interior finishing and system completion across change rooms and adjacent spaces
  • Progressing system commissioning and coordination activities to support operational readiness

With construction well advanced, the project is now in a focused phase to complete remaining critical work and move through testing and commissioning so the facility can safely reopen and serve the community.

April 2026 Progress Photos

Administrative Area
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Administrative area

Change room lockers and benches
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Change room lockers and benches

Women's change room
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Women's change room.

Accessible change room
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Accessible change room

Women's change room
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Women's change room

Women's change room - installation of partitions.
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Women's change room - installation of partitions

Women's change room - washroom partitions
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Women's change room - washroom partitions

Women's change room - accessible shower
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Women's change room - accessible shower

Competitive pool - waterproofing and remediation in progress
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Competitive pool - waterproofing and remediation in progress

High-efficiency boilers and equipment in boiler room
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High-efficiency boilers and equipment in boiler room

Lobby and administration area
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Lobby and administration area

Mechanical room - system installations in progress
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Mechanical room - system installations in progress

Men's change room - installation of partitions in shower area
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Men's change room -  installation of partitions in shower area

Plumbing piping installation in change room crawl space
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Plumbing piping installation in change room crawl space

Pool basin preparation for testing and finishing.
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Pool basin preparation for testing and finishing

Pool mechanical piping installation nearing completion
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Pool mechanical piping installation nearing completion

Communication and Updates:
For further updates and information regarding the project, kindly check back to this webpage.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and cooperation as we endeavor to enhance the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre for the community.

 

Upgrade & Facility Closure Project

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre was built in 1975 and many of the components are nearing the end of their functional life.

The project is anticipated to include the following upgrades to the facility:

  • Accessibility and inclusivity improvements to ensure the building and its features will be a welcoming space for the entire community.
  • Upgrades to the 50-metre pool basin.
  • Change room and washroom renovations to better serve customers and families.
  • Water treatment and building mechanical system upgrades for improved efficiency.
  • Flat roof upgrades including vapor barrier and insulation to increase energy efficiency and air quality.

To learn more about the scope of the project, click here

Programming

The same programs and services will continue to be available at the other 5 Leisure Centres (Cosmo, Lakewood and Lawson Civic Centres, Saskatoon Field House and Shaw Centre) and where possible, programming opportunities have been expanded at the facilities. 

Search for drop-in program information including facility, fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online or click here to learn when you can find your favourite program.