Halifax Common Aquatics Facility
The Halifax Common Aquatics Facility is a new outdoor aquatic center constructed as part of the Halifax Common Master Plan, now open to the public. It features a large pool, an accessible playground, and a year-round pavilion with a community room and other amenities.

πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ A brand new outdoor aquatic facility, part of the Halifax Common Master Plan.
πŸŽ‰ Now open to the public, offering a large pool, accessible playground, and a year-round community pavilion.

Why Go

πŸ’¦ Enjoy a spacious 13,500 sq ft pool with a 300-person capacity
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Perfect for families with an accessible playground and water plaza
πŸ—“οΈ Utilize the year-round pavilion for community events and gatherings
♿️ Benefit from barrier-free access and universal change rooms

πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Pool Features

πŸ–οΈ Sloped, beach-style entry for easy access
⬆️ Barrier-free lift for users of all abilities
πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈ Six-foot deep end with roped-off swimming lanes for laps
πŸ§—β€β™€οΈ Aquatic climbing walls for fun and challenge
⛲️ Exterior water plaza with interactive inground fountain sprays and lighting

πŸ›οΈ Pavilion & Facilities

🏑 New building designed to be net-zero ready with solar panels
🌬️ Natural ventilation for summer comfort
communal space with capacity for up to 100 people
🎀 Modular stage and kitchenette for events
🚻 Public washrooms accessible to all park users
🚿 Universal (gender-neutral) change rooms and washrooms

🌳 Playground

πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ Accessible and inclusive design
🌿 Natural play features and plantings
β˜€οΈ Shade structures, benches, and seating surrounded by new trees
πŸͺ¨ Landscaping with natural boulders, grasses, and vegetation reminiscent of Nova Scotia’s coastal environments

Why Avoid

⏰ Specific operating hours and seasons for the pool are not detailed in available information
πŸ’° Pricing information is not provided

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aquaticspoolplaygroundparkcommunity-centerfamily-friendlyoutdooraccessiblerecreation