Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, and Richard Mostyn, Yukon's Minister of Community Services, announced a federal investment of more than $31.6 million to support sports and recreation in Whitehorse.
This investment will enable the design and construction of a new gymnastics and climbing facility in Whitehorse's Whistle Bend neighbourhood. With a total area of more than 3,000 square-metres, the much-anticipated new centre will have separate spaces for gymnastics and climbing activities. The building will be designed to accommodate the height requirements for both sports and be large enough to host sporting events.
In addition to addressing the high local demand for recreational spaces, this new facility will help increase sports tourism in Whitehorse by attracting more competitive athletes and events.
By investing in infrastructure, the Government of Canada is growing our country's economy, building resilient communities, and improving the lives of Canadians.
