Dear community members,
As shared in January of 2023, Laurentian University has set aside funds to perform a series of tests on the Jeno Tihanyi Pool to assess the extent of the work required to allow for the pool to be operational. Since February 1, 2023 many tests have been performed and though they have provided a lot of information about the current state of the pool, the tests have not yet yielded a conclusive result on the nature or extent of the repairs required.
Our desire is to re-open the pool with support of community partners and we will continue working with experts to discover the extent and cost of the necessary repairs. We will provide an update to the community when the investigation has progressed significantly, no later than June 30, 2023.
Once the assessment has been completed, we will continue discussions with third parties to explore funding options for the pool.
Thank you. Miigwech.
Dr. Sheila Embleton, FRSC, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor