Robert Bateman Community Centre Phased Opening

The City of Burlington is pleased to announce the phased opening of the Robert Bateman Community Centre, a transformative multi-use facility that will serve as a vibrant hub for education, recreation, and community engagement.

This September, Brock University will officially welcome students to a dynamic learning environment at its Burlington Campus. This marks a major milestone in the evolution of the City’s largest facility.

Additional key milestones include:

September: The gymnasiums be available to both Brock University students and the broader community until those renovations begin, with the goal of minimizing disruption to community access.

Sept. 15: Burlington Public Library opens its relocated New Appleby Branch, featuring a large collection of materials to borrow, comfortable seating, soundproof digital media studios, bookable meeting rooms, and an engaging children’s area.

Nov. 24: TechPlace to open and offer services.

Fall 2025: Halton District School Board is expected to take occupancy.

Late 2025 to Early 2026: City staff will present a comprehensive report to Council detailing proposed options and timelines for Phase 2 of the Robert Bateman Community Centre renovations. This next phase will focus on completing the remaining indoor areas and developing the outdoor spaces surrounding the facility.

A grand opening celebration for the Robert Bateman Community Centre is being planned for early 2026. Once details are confirmed, invitations will be extended to Burlington residents and community partners to join in marking this exciting milestone.

In the meantime, only portions of the facility that are actively offering services are open to the public. Other areas remain closed as work continues. For safety reasons, access to these sections is restricted to authorized personnel, including construction crews and City staff.

Learn more about the new community centre at GetInvolvedBurlington.ca/Bateman.

Background

The City of Burlington purchased the former Robert Bateman High School building and greenspace maintaining this important community asset in public ownership.

With sustainability and community-building in mind, the City of Burlington repurposed the existing Robert Bateman High School into a City-owned, multi-purpose, community-focused asset that aligns with the City’s objective of being net-zero carbon by 2040. The reuse and conversion of the former secondary school has interior renovations, exterior building changes and site plan modifications as part of Phase 1.

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Mayor Marianne Meed Ward

"The Robert Bateman Community Centre represents the very best of Burlington’s vision for inclusive, innovative, and community-driven spaces. This phased opening marks a significant milestone in our journey to create a hub where education, recreation, and collaboration thrive together. I’m proud of the partnerships that have brought this project to life and excited for the opportunities it will offer residents of all ages."

Links and Resources

GetInvolvedBurlington.ca/Bateman