Fort Saskatchewan Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of the Jubilee Recreation Centre (JRC)

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is proud to announce the Grand Re-opening of the Jubilee Recreation Centre (JRC), a long-standing community favourite that has undergone significant modernization. Residents are invited to join the celebration on Monday, June 30, 2025, and see the improvements firsthand.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will begin at 11:00 am, followed by light refreshments and facility tours—available both self-guided and staff-led—until 2:00 pm. A Public Open House will follow from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, providing another opportunity for residents to explore the renovated space.

“JRC has always held a special place in the hearts of Fort Saskatchewan residents,” says Mayor Gale Katchur. “This revitalization ensures it will continue to be a welcoming, functional, and safe place for recreation and community gatherings for generations to come. I invite everyone to come take a look—you’ll be impressed by what’s been done.”

What’s New at the JRC:

The JRC modernization project focused on both functionality and accessibility while preserving the building’s legacy. Key improvements include:

• Renovated dressing rooms and expanded changerooms
• Upgraded mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems
• Modernized HVAC and energy-efficient LED lighting
• Accessible design upgrades and refreshed finishes throughout

Visitors to the Grand Re-Opening will have the chance to tour the facility and even enjoy a treat.

This event marks an exciting new chapter for the JRC as it continues to host everything from Fort Rebels lacrosse games starting in July to local skating, rentals, and events.
 

Fort Saskatchewan, located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton along the North Saskatchewan River, is a vibrant hub for economic, recreational, and cultural activities. Nestled in the centre of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland and home to nearly 30,000 residents, the city offers many amenities, including a multi-use fitness facility, an aquatics centre, 80 km of trails, and high-performance arenas and fields. Cultural highlights include a 500-seat performing arts theatre, historic sites, a museum, and a replica of the 1875 Northwest Mounted Police Fort. Fort Saskatchewan is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community, providing a blend of experiences that welcomes everyone.

The city is situated in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11. We recognize that we stand upon land that carries the footsteps of many Indigenous Peoples, including the Nehiyawak, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, and Métis. The City honours the First Peoples of this land and is committed to fostering reconciliation through relationship building, knowledge gathering, and education.