Richmond News
There were some “hiccups” along the way in building it, but in the end, the Minoru Centre for Active Living has won accolades from recreation experts on its design.
The facility, which houses an aquatic centre and a seniors centre, received the provincial Facility Excellence Award for projects over $3 million from the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA).
On accepting the award at Monday’s city council meeting, Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie praised the facility despite the “hiccups” along the way, including the delayed opening.
Brodie said he was “honoured” to receive the award.
“The Minoru Centre for Active Living is an outstanding example of how working with our community can create a truly exceptional, functional and successful facility,” Brodie said in a press release.
The seniors centre portion opened in 2020, about two years later than first expected. …