Local Rinks Getting Upgrades With Assistance from the Province

Mar 17, 2023 | Local News

A number of rinks across the province are receiving upgrades through provincial funding.

Main Arena at Pictou County Wellness Centre

The Province has announced an investment of $18.3 million in 14 Nova Scotia rinks, including five in the local area.

The Trenton Rink is getting $300,000 for new seating and upgrades, the Charles V Keating Centre is getting $300,000 for the ice plant, The Pictou County Wellness Centre is getting $200,000 for ice surface and dressing room upgrades, the Antigonish Arena is getting $160,000 for heating and accessibility upgrades, and New Glasgow’s Bluenose Curling Club is getting $118,000 for upgrades and a sprinkler system.

 

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