Main construction soon to begin on Bold Center pool

The construction plan at the Bold Center. Image: Lac La Biche County.

The main construction of the new pool at the Bold Center is soon to begin.

Lac La Biche said they have completed the early work, and as they begin the piling and and foundation systems, they are ready for the two year undertaking to get this facility operational by 2026.

“It’s been a long road to get here and it’s exciting to be at the point in this project where work has commenced and we’re successfully moving through construction phases,” said Lac La Biche County’s Manager of Parks & Facilities, Gary Harman. 

“The New Aquatics Facility is going to benefit the community in many ways, including improving quality of life and we’re committed to bringing the vision to life.” 

Completed early works involved clearing the site of above and below ground obstructions to prepare it for the main phase of construction. 

The existing water main was relocated, new sections of sanitary and storm sewers were installed and select external portions of the existing Bold Centre within the planned footprint of the new building were demolished, such as the wooden pergola, landscaping and traffic circle. 

The feather sculpture in the traffic circle has been retained and will be reinstated. 

As the project enters the foundations stage of main construction, work will begin with site stripping, earthworks and piling, followed by the excavation of the pool basement and competition lap pool. The underground mechanical and electrical services for the multi-feature project will be installed next, before the building’s concrete foundations are completed.

The public should be aware the construction site has been expanded south toward 91 Ave to support increased productivity, and the site fence will remain in place until completion of the project in mid-2026. 

Harman says that despite the project’s size, the team is planning ahead to minimize impacts to the Bold Centre, Public Library and JA Williams High School. 

“It’s a large undertaking, with many moving parts, and it’s only possible through the continued support of our community,” he said.

Please visit the project splash page BoldCentreAquatics.com for ongoing updates throughout construction, including Bold Centre access and operations. Follow Bold Centre and Lac La Biche County social media for highlights and email aquatics@laclabichecounty.com for any questions.

With files from Lac La Biche County.