City, school division working to reopen North Kildonan gym
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The city has begun working with the River East Transcona School Division to figure out a plan to fix a city-run fitness centre in North Kildonan shuttered because of mould and other issues.
North Kildonan Coun. Jeff Browaty said in a Facebook post the city is “reviewing mould remediation and humidity control options” for the Peguis Trail Health and Fitness Centre with the division that owns the Chief Peguis Middle School.
“We don’t have a confirmed timeline on when the facility will reopen,” Browaty said in the post Wednesday night.
“We understand that the uncertainty is frustrating. Please know that we are exploring all options to repair the facility and reopen it as soon as it is safe to do so.”
The fitness centre, which the city has operated since 2001, closed on Oct. 28, 2025. The city’s website says it is not expected to reopen until Oct. 2. It is located in the basement of the school, built in 1969.
The centre features an indoor track, weight room and an aerobics floor.
Browaty said the city is also working with a team of consultants to figure out both the scope of the work and how much it will cost.
He said besides the mould issue, the city has to address replacing the septic tank, which is still under warranty, and preventing water from getting into the basement and eroding soil around the tank.
Browaty said the work includes removing and throwing out the water-damaged plywood covering the floor and pumping out the standing water there, figuring out whether existing rubber mats can be safely reused, designing and installing the correct drainage and flooring systems, and making sure there are long-term measures in place for “ventilation and dehumidification.”
He said fitness centre users can use their memberships to access city-owned fitness centres across Winnipeg or request a refund.
“We sincerely apologize for the disruption this has caused. We know how well-loved this facility is and we appreciate your patience while this necessary work is underway.”
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