Crystal Pool Closing Date - August 11, 2026

Now for the third August story in a row about the slow pace of development in Victoria.  Today the City of Victoria announced  September 25, 2026 as the official closing date of the 1971 built Crystal Pool.  Start date for the demolition has yet to be determined and if you were hoping to see the first renderings of the $209 million new facility - no such luck.  A June 15, 2026 water leak in the former YMCA building at Broughton and Quadra street has delayed the opening of that interim facility under City management.  

"Recreation programs and services will transition to the City’s interim recreation facility at 851 Broughton Street. The facility, to be named Victoria Recreation Centre, will provide continued access to recreation services while the permanent replacement facility is being built. Repairs and upgrades are underway to prepare the interim facility for City use, with an opening planned for early 2027." - CIty of Victoria