Burnaby's 44-year-old Cameron Library and Recreation Centre is nearing the end of its days, and the city is throwing a farewell party.
The rec complex is set to be demolished this fall to be redeveloped into a new community centre four times its size.
The event will host community exhibits, food trucks, free activities and fitness demonstrations Saturday, Aug. 17 starting at 10 a.m.
Mayor Mike Hurley will give remarks at 11 a.m. and the fitness demos will begin at 11:30 a.m.
The Cameron complex will close the next day on Sunday, Aug. 18 and re-open at the temporary Lougheed mall location, where the library has already made its home the past three months, on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Burnaby staff say the existing facility is “unable to adequately serve the growing needs of the community,” with issues including code deficiencies, increased maintenance costs, and its small size.
The new $267-million rec complex, featuring two new pools, is expected to open to the public in 2028.
Burnaby's Cameron Rec Centre Closing Party
When: Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Cameron Recreation Complex at 9523 Cameron St.
Cost: Free admission
What's happening to Cameron rec programs?
Current Cameron programs will be relocated to other city facilities as follows:
- Seniors and preschool program to temporary Cameron rec centre at Lougheed mall
- Some preschool programs to Charles Rummel Recreation Centre
- Summer camps to Charles Rummel Recreation Centre
- Fitness programs to Charles Rummel Recreation Centre
- Additional badminton play time will be available at Christine Sinclair Centre
- Indoor sports (e.g. pickleball, basketball, squash, racquet ball) available at other Burnaby recreation centres
- Rentals and user groups will be accommodated at temporary Cameron rec centre at Lougheed mall
🎉Join the celebration of Cameron Recreation Complex's over 40 years of community service on Saturday, August 17, from 10 am to 1 pm. There will be delicious food, engaging fitness demonstrations and a variety of complimentary activities suitable for every age group.
— Burnaby Parks & Rec (@burnabyparksrec) August 1, 2024
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