Up to $4 999 500 to build an aquatic and sport complex

The assistance is offered under the Programme d’infrastructures Québec-Municipalités (PIQM). The new complex, with a surface area of roughly 45 000 square feet, will be built on a lot adjacent to the École secondaire Dorval-Jean-XXIII located on avenue Dawson.

The single-storey building will comprise three main blocks, including the swimming pools clustered in the central section, locker rooms and a double gymnasium and a multipurpose room.

The pool area will include a swimming pool, a pool with a sloping bottom, a wading pool, and a pool for the water slide.

The gymnasium will have basketball, badminton and volleyball courts as well as bleachers for spectators.

A service area and a reception and administration section will round out the project. The future complex will benefit roughly 20 000 residents.

“I’m delighted by the investment announced for the construction of the new aquatic and sport complex in Dorval, which will ultimately enable users to engage in indoor physical and recreational activities in a safe environment, Minister Bachand noted.

 »Our government’s support reflects its commitment to equip the municipalities with infrastructure adapted to local conditions and centred on sustainable development. By way of proof, the initiative that we are taking today represents a major investment in the health of the population of Dorval and the surrounding area. Our government is ensuring that current and future generations can benefit to the utmost from this collective heritage,” added Raymond Bachand.

Good news for the City of Dorval

“This is certainly good news for the City of Dorval. This new complex enhances the services offered to the residents of Marquette riding. By welcoming everyone who enjoys swimming or actively engages in sports, this modern facility will encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles. This substantial investment shows that the Québec government has made the enhancement of the quality of life of Quebecers a top priority,” added MNA François Ouimet.

“I would like to thank the Québec government for its support in carrying out this project, which will contribute to the wellness of city residents but also Dorval school students. Individuals of all ages will soon be able to take advantage of ultra-modern sport facilities in Dorval and I am convinced that the complex will give pleasure to many sportswomen and sportsmen,” Mayor Rouleau said.

Partner with the municipality of Dorval

“The Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys is pleased to be a partner with the municipality of Dorval, which is very effectively responding to the needs of the residents on whose behalf we are all working. I am also delighted that the construction of the sport complex will be of significant benefit to our students,” President Diane Lamarche-Venne added.

The amount of the eligible investment for the project was set at $9 999 000 out of a total estimated cost of $17 711 160. Under section 2.1 of the PIQM, the Québec government will contribute up to a maximum of $4 999 500.

The investments are part of the Québec Infrastructures Plan, which calls for nearly $44.56 billion in investments for the period 2010-2015, of which $3.87 billion will be used to maintain and upgrade municipal infrastructure.