When it opened in 1973, the Canada Games Pool in New Westminster was considered a state-of-the-art facility capable of fostering world class swimmers and hosting world class competitions.
But 45 years later, members of the resident Hyack Swim Club feel that their stake in the facility is being ignored as the city works toward replacing the aging pool.
“In the last three months it’s become very obvious that the Hyack’s position has not been sufficient to sway city council from going to a very heavy recreational facility,” said Paul McNamara, whose 12-year-old daughter swims with the team.
The Hyack Swim Club in New Westminster
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