Ontario Construction News staff writer
The City of Cambridge has received a $10,000 sponsorship from GrandBridge Energy to support the purchase of fitness equipment for its new recreation complex.
The sponsorship, presented at a city council meeting, will help equip a fitness area that is designed to be accessible and community-focused when the facility opens in late 2026. The funding will support equipment for residents of all ages and abilities.
Sarah Hughes, president and CEO of GrandBridge Energy, said the contribution reinforces the company’s commitment to the “Customers & Community” pillar of its five-year strategic plan. “We are looking forward to the opening of the modern, multipurpose recreation complex—which will be powered by GrandBridge Energy,” Hughes said.
The new complex, located on Wesley Boulevard, will include a 10-lane, 25-metre swimming pool, a warm-water therapeutic pool, three FIBA-standard gymnasiums, a running and walking track, multi-purpose rooms, a fitness area, an Idea Exchange library, concession and park amenities, and space for two schools.
The construction contract has been awarded to Melloul‑Blamey Construction, a Waterloo-based company known for building community, commercial and industrial facilities across Ontario. Construction began in late 2024 and is expected to be completed in time for a late 2026 opening.
The project is part of a joint-use campus model developed with the Waterloo Region District School Board, Waterloo Catholic District School Board, and Cambridge Public Library. A feasibility study identified ways to maximize shared facilities while minimizing costs. The campus will consist of two separate buildings that operate independently but share key amenities, including a new community park.
Mayor Jan Liggett called GrandBridge Energy’s contribution a key step in turning the city’s vision for a modern recreation facility into a reality.
“Their continued commitment helps make them stand shoulders above their corporate mandate, making them a valued member of our community,” Liggett said.
The 32.5-acre campus is north of Dundas Street South and Branchton Road and will offer educational, recreational, and cultural activities for a growing community. A nearby residential development, South Point, is also under construction.
