An explosion caused significant damage to Taber's Community Centre on Dec. 17, 2025. (Image Credit: Town of Taber)

By David Opinko

Town of Taber launches survey on future of recreation services

Mar 4, 2026 | 9:35 AM

Residents of Taber can help to shape the long-term future of recreation services.

The Town of Taber has launched a Recreation Facility Feasibility Study to guide future planning and decisions regarding indoor recreation.

The study will look at long-term options for recreation space, which may include upgrades to existing facilities or potential new buildings.

The Town says in a news release that they want to better understand current and future recreation needs.

“Your input will help identify what programs and services are most important, what features matter most, and how indoor recreation spaces can best serve our community,” reads a statement from the Town of Taber.

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The survey comes after an explosion occurred in the Community Centre on Dec. 17, 2025. A fuel system failure in the Community Centre’s ice resurfacer filled the room with gas, which was ignited by an electric heater.

The explosion caused significant damage to the facility, leading town officials and residents to ponder what the future of the Community Centre might be.

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As of March 1, the auditorium and meeting rooms have reopened, and renovations to the large ice facility are set to be finished by August 1.

Surveys for residents and community groups must be completed by March 30, 2026. Paper copies can also be picked up at the Town of Taber office.

The municipality is also hosting other engagement opportunities, such as:

• Community Input Workshop: Wednesday, March 25th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm; Community Centre Auditorium. Drop-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are encouraged to help plan refreshments. Register at www.taber.ca/feedback
• Seniors Coffee & Cake: Wednesday, March 25th, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm; Parkside Manor. Seniors are invited to attend for complimentary cake and conversation about their recreation priorities.
• Youth Pizza Party: Wednesday, March 25th, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm; Taber Library Program Room. Youth ages 10 to 17 are invited to share their ideas. Younger children may attend with parental supervision. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Dietary restrictions can be texted to our Facilitation Team at 780-267- 7898 by March 24th.
• Pop-Up Engagement Station: Friday, March 27th, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm; PlayOn! Street Hockey Tournament, Community Centre Parking Lot. Stop by and share your input during the event.

Written comments or questions can also be submitted to Cassandra@expeditionconsulting.ca by March 30, 2026.