WATCH: ATB Centre Phase Two construction coming along swimmingly

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“We’ve got about 5,000 cubic metres of concrete overall, 258 concrete piles underneath supporting the structure, as well as another 200-plus screw piles… that support the foundations. Over 2,000,000 pounds of steel in the structure, and 140,000-plus blocks in all the walls.”

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ATB City Project Manager Ashley Matthews says some of the unique features include the size of the fitness area, which is 25,000 sq. ft., larger than the size of a standard ice surface at 17,000 sq. ft.

“We were told by many other facilities, do not downsize your fitness facility, because it will become your busiest area in the facility. And second to that is the aquatic area.”

Other special features include wider running lanes to accommodate wheelchairs or strollers, a zero-entry portion of the pool, lifts in deeper pool areas for those with mobility issues, and elevators throughout the building.

“During the design stage, we actually met with different community groups and we talked about accessibility, and we also talked about safety,” said Matthews. “And when we were going through the design, we took both of those into consideration, of course along with functionality.”

Environmentally, Matthews says some of the ‘lost heat’ from the Phase One ice plant will be used to heat the floors in the changerooms. Solar panels will also be used to create electricity, along with a cogeneration plant.

The YMCA will also run a 62-space daycare facility along with the aquatic centre, creating more than 100 jobs.

“Families can have recreation on the west side, then can have employment on the west side. And you know, it allows them to maybe do things with their family they wouldn’t have a chance to do before.”

Jacobs says YMCA membership fees will remain the same as they are now, and there will also continue to be financial assistance for those who need it. A daily pass is currently $10.

The $111 million-dollar project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2018, with testing and most hiring to begin in early 2019.