Funding Announcement: $379,650 Granted to Wilmot Recreation Complex

Baden, ON — The Township of Wilmot is pleased to announce that the Ontario Ministry of Sport will provide up to $379,650 in funding through the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund to support critical upgrades to the Wilmot Recreation Complex (WRC). 

Following the larger funding announcement in Kitchener this morning, Minister Lumsden visited the Wilmot Recreation Complex for a tour of the facility—alongside Mike Harris, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry and MPP for Kitchener–Conestoga; and Mayor Natasha Salonen, Township of Wilmot. 

The funding will go toward the refrigeration plant retrofit project at the WRC, ensuring the facility can continue to serve the community with reliable and energy-efficient operations.  

“This investment helps ensure the Wilmot Recreation Complex remains a cornerstone of active living in our community,” said Mayor Natasha Salonen.  “Home to teams like the Wilmot Wolverines, the Huskies, the Figure Skating Club, and the New Hamburg Firebirds, it plays a vital role in supporting youth, girls, and community sport. 

We are deeply grateful to the Ministry of Sport and the provincial government for recognizing the importance of rural recreation and for supporting the long-term vitality of the Wilmot Recreation Complex.” 

The Wilmot Recreation Complex is a vital hub for residents of all ages, offering a range of services including ice rinks, aquatics, indoor walking tracks, and community gathering spaces that promote wellness, connection, and active lifestyles. 

“Investing in community spaces like the Wilmot Recreation Complex means investing in the health and well-being of families right here in Wilmot township,” said MPP Mike Harris, Kitchener-Conestoga. “This funding will ensure residents of all ages have access to quality recreation facilities for years to come. I’m proud that our government is supporting a project that protects opportunities for athletes, strengthens our community, and enhances quality of life.” 

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For media inquiries: 
Nick Higgins | Executive Officer to Mayor and Council  
519-807-2370 | nick.higgins@wilmot.ca