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Calgarys GamePLAN: A 25-Year Blueprint for Public Recreation

Calgary is embarking on a monumental 25-year project, GamePLAN, to address growth and past underfunding, with a $6.25 billion investment. This includes new builds and upgrades to athletic parks, leisure centres, aquatic spots, and fitness hubs. Key projects include Forest Lawn and Foothills aquatic centres, New Brighton and Shouldice athletic parks, Northeast Athletic Complex, Kingsland Athletic Park, Rocky Ridge Fieldhouse, and expansions at Southland Leisure Centre and Westside Recreation Centre.

The plan aims to meet the growing demand for cricket, soccer, and pickleball, and address aging facilities. It promises 25% more arena booking hours, 35% more swim lessons per person, and 2.5 times more fieldhouse access. Council has approved $250 million annually, with $94 million from reserves this year, and is seeking additional funds from developers, sponsors, and governments.

However, recreation deserts are emerging on the citys edges, where new neighborhoods lack easy access. Officials are working to balance this as projects progress and fill the gaps.

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