​​Originally built in 1964, the recreation centre serves as a pillar for the community and a hub for gathering

BRAMPTON, ON (May 14, 2025) – The City has officially completed the Balmoral Recreation Centre​ revitalization and expansion project, and the facility is now open.​​

 ​Aerial image of Brampton’s Balmoral Recreation Centre which has officially reopened. Credit: City of Brampton

Balmoral Recreation Centre has been a community pillar for more than 50 years, and the City invested approximately $25 million to ensure the facility can continue to serve the community for generations to come.  

The City broke ground on the project in the spring of 2022, which included several key enhancements: ​

• Expanded facility from 17,000 square feet to approximately 35,000 square feet, nearly double its original size.
• Fully revitalized pool area with enhanced lighting, an expanded and resurfaced pool deck, sauna and updated change rooms, offering a modern and safe experience for users. Currently, Brampton's deepest pool with a maximum depth of 12 feet, the revitalized amenity can accommodate Advanced Leadership programs. 
• A new outdoor splash pad and playground.
• ​A new multi-sport gymnasium, featuring an International Basketball Federation (FIBA) sized court. 
• Redesigned community rooms that provide flexible rental spaces for social gatherings and recreational programming.
• ​Energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems, contributing to the City’s environmental goals.
  

Now, residents can once again enjoy a wide range of classes and activities that will operate at this facility. Drop-in programs at Balmoral Recreation Centre are available, and registered programs, including summer camps, will return in July. To register for programs at the newly reopened centre, visit brampton.ca/registerforprograms.  

Save the Date - Balmoral Recreation Centre Community Grand Reopening Event 

Celebrate the grand reopening, the City of Brampton is hosting a free special community event, as a part of June is Recreation and Parks Month. Residents are invited to capture a glimpse of the facility, join guided tours, participate in free drop-in activities, exciting giveaways and more. Residents are welcome to drop in and experience the new and improved Balmoral Recreation Centre firsthand. Registration for the event is not required, however pre-registration for free drop-in programs is recommended. 

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 10 am to 3 pm (formal remarks will take place at 10 am)

Location: 225 Balmoral Dr., Brampton, ON

To learn more about the grand reopening event, visit brampton.ca/recmonth.

 ​Photo of the exterior of Balmoral Recreation Centre before undergoing renovations. Credit: City of Brampton

This project is part of Brampton's Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PRMP), ​a roadmap for the delivery of parks, recreation facilities, programs and services for the community through 2036. With a city-wide increase in recreation programming by five per cent in 2025, Brampton aims to welcome 8,000 more people to its facilities and programs. 

Quotes

“The revitalization of the Balmoral Recreation Centre represents much more than an investment in infrastructure; it is an investment in our community’s future. For more than five decades, Balmoral has been a space where friendships have formed, goals have been reached and families have come together. Now, with state-of-the-art upgrades and expanded amenities, it will continue to serve as a space of connection and wellness for generations to come.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

​“Community centres and spaces are the hearts of each community, providing safe and inclusive spaces for people to come together and lead active and healthy lifestyles. The newly revitalized Balmoral Recreation Centre will open the doors to even more memories waiting to be made, featuring amenities and thoughtful design that will ensure it continues to serve future generations and will serve as a vibrant hub for residents of all ages. We remain committed to building a community, not just a building, and I am proud to see Balmoral return as a symbol of togetherness and resilience.” - Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5; Chair, Community Services Section, City of Brampton  ​​​