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Thanks to the Government of Canada for providing project funding assitance.
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From April 1 through August 1, 2013, Jim Lind Arena will be closed for major renovations.
Funding for the $1.1 million project is being provided through District of West Kelowna reserves and a $250,126 grant from the Government of Canada's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund, part of the Economic Action Plan 2012.
ABOUT THE RETROFIT
This important $1.1 million upgrade will ensure the continued, long-term use of the 40-year-old Jim Lind Arena.
Renovations include:
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A new concrete ice floor - the original ice floor was built in 1974 and was expected to last up to 40 years. The floor has had two major leaks in the past seven years, causing unfortunate service disruptions.
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New rink boards - the boards, also built in 1974, are made of wood and are old and worn. The new boards will be metal frame and less susceptible to rot.
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New rink glass - the current glass does not meet industry recommended height standards. New glass will meet these standards and will be seamless.
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New rink lights - more efficient lighting will be installed, improving visibility inside the facility as well as reducing energy consumption by approximately 38 per cent.
ABOUT JIM LIND ARENA
Amenities:
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Full (NHL) size ice sheet
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Seating for 300
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Part time concession
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Vending machines
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Four change rooms (women's change room available in adjacent Royal LePage Place)
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Men's, women's and accessible washrooms
Programs:
For program information please click here to view the West Kelowna Recreation Guide.
Booking Information:
Directions:
Traveling South from Kelowna: Take Hwy 97S across Bennett Bridge; turn left at Ross Rd.; travel approximately 1km; turn left on Hewl Rd. Arena and parking are located at the end of the road.
Traveling North from Peachland: Take Hwy 97N; turn right at Bartley Rd.; turn left on Ross Rd.; turn right on Hewl. Arena and parking are located at the end of the road.
CONTACT US
To report a maintenance issue or for questions or comments regarding this facility, please contact us: