Robert Bateman Community Centre
The City of Burlington has purchased the former Robert Bateman Highschool building and greenspace.
With sustainability and community-building in mind, the City of Burlington is repurposing the existing Robert Bateman High School into a City-owned multi-purpose community-focused asset that will align with the City’s objective of being net-zero carbon by 2040. The reuse and conversion of the former secondary school will have interior renovations, exterior building changes and minor site plan modifications as part of Phase 1.
When the renovation is complete, tenants such as Brock University, Burlington Public Library, Halton District School Board, Tech Place and City of Burlington will move into the building and begin offering services.
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The City of Burlington has purchased the former Robert Bateman Highschool building and greenspace.
With sustainability and community-building in mind, the City of Burlington is repurposing the existing Robert Bateman High School into a City-owned multi-purpose community-focused asset that will align with the City’s objective of being net-zero carbon by 2040. The reuse and conversion of the former secondary school will have interior renovations, exterior building changes and minor site plan modifications as part of Phase 1.
When the renovation is complete, tenants such as Brock University, Burlington Public Library, Halton District School Board, Tech Place and City of Burlington will move into the building and begin offering services.
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Currently, the sidewalk is closed in front of the Robert Bateman site. Do you know when the sidewalk will reopen
DonnaOwens asked about 1 month agoThey are finishing up the storm and sanitary tie-in today. The walkway will be open for pedestrians by end of work day today (Sept 11). The concrete sidewalk panels will be replaced on a separate day.
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When will the project be finished
Calum asked about 2 months agoPhase 1 will be completed in September 2025, which will include the space for Brock University, Halton District School Board, TechPlace and the Burlington Library.
Phase 2 that will include the remaining community space and outdoor green space is anticipated to be completed in 2027.
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Share This is a suggestion. I did also fill out the survey but we were walking on the Bateman property the other evening and observed that there are some beautiful, healthy trees between the old Bateman track and Frontenac PS field. It would be environmentally conscious and wise stewards of nature if at least some of these mature, healthy trees could be maintained when thinking about the new green space use at Bateman. I hope that an arborist will be advised when looking at the green space and tree canopy already present in the space. on Facebook Share This is a suggestion. I did also fill out the survey but we were walking on the Bateman property the other evening and observed that there are some beautiful, healthy trees between the old Bateman track and Frontenac PS field. It would be environmentally conscious and wise stewards of nature if at least some of these mature, healthy trees could be maintained when thinking about the new green space use at Bateman. I hope that an arborist will be advised when looking at the green space and tree canopy already present in the space. on Twitter Share This is a suggestion. I did also fill out the survey but we were walking on the Bateman property the other evening and observed that there are some beautiful, healthy trees between the old Bateman track and Frontenac PS field. It would be environmentally conscious and wise stewards of nature if at least some of these mature, healthy trees could be maintained when thinking about the new green space use at Bateman. I hope that an arborist will be advised when looking at the green space and tree canopy already present in the space. on Linkedin Email This is a suggestion. I did also fill out the survey but we were walking on the Bateman property the other evening and observed that there are some beautiful, healthy trees between the old Bateman track and Frontenac PS field. It would be environmentally conscious and wise stewards of nature if at least some of these mature, healthy trees could be maintained when thinking about the new green space use at Bateman. I hope that an arborist will be advised when looking at the green space and tree canopy already present in the space. link
This is a suggestion. I did also fill out the survey but we were walking on the Bateman property the other evening and observed that there are some beautiful, healthy trees between the old Bateman track and Frontenac PS field. It would be environmentally conscious and wise stewards of nature if at least some of these mature, healthy trees could be maintained when thinking about the new green space use at Bateman. I hope that an arborist will be advised when looking at the green space and tree canopy already present in the space.
ajkiers asked 5 months agoThank you for your suggestion and feedback, it will be shared with a parks and construction staff working on the project.
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Share We are interested to provide circus art & gymnastics recreational program in the future. Please let us know what kind of space will be available for rent. on Facebook Share We are interested to provide circus art & gymnastics recreational program in the future. Please let us know what kind of space will be available for rent. on Twitter Share We are interested to provide circus art & gymnastics recreational program in the future. Please let us know what kind of space will be available for rent. on Linkedin Email We are interested to provide circus art & gymnastics recreational program in the future. Please let us know what kind of space will be available for rent. link
We are interested to provide circus art & gymnastics recreational program in the future. Please let us know what kind of space will be available for rent.
Prestigecircusgym asked 7 months agoThank you for your question. We are still working on the layout of the space for the Centre. We will know more as we enter into phase 2 of design in the fall of 2024. Potential rentals will begin in the fall of 2027.
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Share Not a question but a suggestion. Plant a fruit and vegetable garden in the “greenspace engagement”. We need food and not roses etc… Involve school children and teenagers in planting and selling the results of gardens for profit for feeding the homeless etc. HOPE SOMEONE WILL READ THIS. on Facebook Share Not a question but a suggestion. Plant a fruit and vegetable garden in the “greenspace engagement”. We need food and not roses etc… Involve school children and teenagers in planting and selling the results of gardens for profit for feeding the homeless etc. HOPE SOMEONE WILL READ THIS. on Twitter Share Not a question but a suggestion. Plant a fruit and vegetable garden in the “greenspace engagement”. We need food and not roses etc… Involve school children and teenagers in planting and selling the results of gardens for profit for feeding the homeless etc. HOPE SOMEONE WILL READ THIS. on Linkedin Email Not a question but a suggestion. Plant a fruit and vegetable garden in the “greenspace engagement”. We need food and not roses etc… Involve school children and teenagers in planting and selling the results of gardens for profit for feeding the homeless etc. HOPE SOMEONE WILL READ THIS. link
Not a question but a suggestion. Plant a fruit and vegetable garden in the “greenspace engagement”. We need food and not roses etc… Involve school children and teenagers in planting and selling the results of gardens for profit for feeding the homeless etc. HOPE SOMEONE WILL READ THIS.
Denise Brink asked 7 months agoHi Denise,
Thank you for your suggestion. We currently have a survey out for the public to provide suggestions or feedback about the outdoor space that will be at the new Robert Bateman Community Centre. Please feel free to complete the survey and add your suggestions. We will also share your comments with our parks team. Here is the link to the survey or you can visit the project page and find the survey.
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Share Will outside local guilds, associations or craft groups have an opportunity to rent space for demonstrations, meetings or events? Our guild is looking for a new home and hoping the wood shop will remain intact to be used by the community similar to what the Queen Elizabeth Park community centre in Oakville has done. on Facebook Share Will outside local guilds, associations or craft groups have an opportunity to rent space for demonstrations, meetings or events? Our guild is looking for a new home and hoping the wood shop will remain intact to be used by the community similar to what the Queen Elizabeth Park community centre in Oakville has done. on Twitter Share Will outside local guilds, associations or craft groups have an opportunity to rent space for demonstrations, meetings or events? Our guild is looking for a new home and hoping the wood shop will remain intact to be used by the community similar to what the Queen Elizabeth Park community centre in Oakville has done. on Linkedin Email Will outside local guilds, associations or craft groups have an opportunity to rent space for demonstrations, meetings or events? Our guild is looking for a new home and hoping the wood shop will remain intact to be used by the community similar to what the Queen Elizabeth Park community centre in Oakville has done. link
Will outside local guilds, associations or craft groups have an opportunity to rent space for demonstrations, meetings or events? Our guild is looking for a new home and hoping the wood shop will remain intact to be used by the community similar to what the Queen Elizabeth Park community centre in Oakville has done.
Jim Wright asked 8 months agoSpecific use hasn't yet been decided. We are still looking at the possibility of incorporating various themes that were identified during phase 1 of the indoor space public engagement. Phase 2 of the indoor use public engagement is happening this fall and will help shape what happens with the space.
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When will this City ever get ‘with the times’ and have an indoor walking track like Oakville, Hamilton and most cities.
Carole asked 8 months agoThank you for the feedback and you’ll be pleased to know that our newly renovated Skyway Community Centre, slated to open later this year will have an indoor walking track.
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Share So the public engagement on the green space will be limited to the walking path flow and connectivity, benches and the placement of trees. How is this consistent with the Community Engagement Charter? I on Facebook Share So the public engagement on the green space will be limited to the walking path flow and connectivity, benches and the placement of trees. How is this consistent with the Community Engagement Charter? I on Twitter Share So the public engagement on the green space will be limited to the walking path flow and connectivity, benches and the placement of trees. How is this consistent with the Community Engagement Charter? I on Linkedin Email So the public engagement on the green space will be limited to the walking path flow and connectivity, benches and the placement of trees. How is this consistent with the Community Engagement Charter? I link
So the public engagement on the green space will be limited to the walking path flow and connectivity, benches and the placement of trees. How is this consistent with the Community Engagement Charter? I
Jim Thomson asked 9 months agoThank you for the question.
The public engagement on the greenspace will be on the flow, connectivity and future use of the space. The Engagement Charter does not mean engagement is unlimited. There are still limitations of what is in-scope and out-of-scope based on budget, physical site constraints and regulations.
Although we must remove the track, staff heard the importance of the track from the community. Staff agreed and felt a paved walking component was important and a necessary key feature.
It can be used for walking, biking, running,orcutting through the greenspace or accessing to the new Bateman Community Centre. The exact layout of the pathway is still to be determined. -
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How long has the City known that the borefield would limit the uses that the greenspace could be put to? Why is the public only finding out about it now?
Jim Thomson asked 9 months agoThank you for the question.
The borefield area will remain a greenspace and will support a variety of park uses. Consider it an extension of Frontenac park. There will be some limitations with underground piping in some areas but that simply means the larger recreational amenities will be located in a more central location.
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Why can't the city use the word asbestos in their reports on Bateman?
Jim Thomson asked 9 months agoThank you for the question.
In the construction report, the wording of abatement refers to the removal of the asbestos. The City has been working to clear the presence of asbestos and are 95% complete in this task with the anticipated remaining asbestos to be removed by mid-February.
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Key Dates
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June 23, 2021
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageHDSB announcement declaring Robert Bateman High School facility surplus to its need and to circulate it for purchase
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June 24, 2021
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCity of Burlington announcement regarding intention to submit expression of interest for purchase of the Bateman Campus;
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November 15, 2021
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageReport CM-26-21 providing an update on the proposed acquisition of the Bateman Campus;
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December 14, 2021
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageReport EICS 20-21: Robert Bateman Building – Preliminary Design, Environmental, Architectural and Engineering Services
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February 7, 2022
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCity of Burlington announcement regarding Council approval of next steps for the potential purchase of the Robert Bateman High School site
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May 17, 2022
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageReport L-22/22 directing staff to proceed with public consultation on the proposed transaction and intent to sign leases with the HDSB and Brock University
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May 31, 2022- public meeting on Robert Bateman High School proposals
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stage- 7 to 8:30 p.m.
- Virtual meeting, https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83280943817
- Registration is not necessary
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June 6, 2022
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCity Manager to report back on status of public consultation at the Corporate Services, Strategy, Risk and Accountability Committee meeting
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June 21, 2022
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCity Manager to report back with a detailed report and recommendations to Council
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December 8, 2022
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageA comprehensive staff report for the redesign of the adaptive reuse of the recently acquired Robert Bateman High School (RBHS) incorporating the results of a recent cost estimate, prepared by a third-party cost surveyor, along with a multi-year capital financing plan will be presented to the City’s Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services (EICS) committee on Dec. 8.
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March 2, 2023
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageUpdate report to the Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services Committee.
Requests to delegate to this hybrid meeting can be made by completing the online delegation registration form at www.burlington.ca/delegate, by submitting a written request by email to the Office of the City Clerk at clerks@burlington.ca or by phoning 905-335-7600, ext. 7481 by noon the business day before the meeting is to be held.
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April 18, 2023
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageBateman Tender Award report to Burlington City Council for approval.
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June 1, 2023
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageFormer Robert Bateman High School – Communication and Engagement update report presented to the Environment, Infrastructure & Community Services Cttee. See the document library for the appendices.
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June 28, 2023
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageFormer Robert Bateman High School - Naming and Sponsorship report to the Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services Committee.
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August 22, 2023- Community visioning workshop
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCommunity visioning workshop- Engagements will focus on the recreational use of the Community space at the former Robert Bateman Community Hub. The sessions will include a brief overview of the scope of the space as it relates to recreation, as well as a collaboration and brainstorm by the community of how the space can be best utilized.
- Appleby Ice Centre, 7:00 -9:00 p.m.
- RSVP required. Please RSVP your attendance to getinvolved@burlington.ca
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August 23, 2023- Community Visioning Workshop
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCommunity visioning workshop- Engagements will focus on the recreational use of the Community space at the former Robert Bateman Community Hub. The sessions will include a brief overview of the scope of the space as it relates to recreation, as well as a collaboration and brainstorm by the community of how the space can be best utilized.
- LaSalle Park, 1:00 - 3:00pm
- RSVP required. Please RSVP your attendance to getinvolved@burlington.ca
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Sept 16, 2023- Food for Feedback
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageThe City of Burlington will be hosting Food for Feedback, a community engagement BBQ. Join us on Saturday September 16 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Central Park, 2299 New St . Vegetarian and Halal options are available.
Note: in case of inclement weather, the event will be held indoors at the Burlington Seniors' Centre.
Attendees will receive a free lunch from a food truck, in exchange for providing feedback to the City on projects and initiatives, including the former Robert Bateman High School.
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September 24, 2023- Appleby Street Festival
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCome by and visit the Former Robert Bateman High School booth at the Appleby Street Festival.
Appleby Line between New Street and Fairview Street. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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October 18, 2023 - Community Visioning workshop
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCommunity visioning workshop- Engagements will focus on the recreational use of the Community space at the former Robert Bateman Community Hub. The sessions will include a brief overview of the scope of the space as it relates to recreation, as well as a collaboration and brainstorm by the community of how the space can be best utilized.
- Tansley Woods Community Centre, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- RSVP required. Please RSVP your attendance to getinvolved@burlington.ca
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October 19, 2023- Community Visioning Workshop
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageCommunity visioning workshop Virtual- Engagements will focus on the recreational use of the Community space at the former Robert Bateman Community Hub. The sessions will include a brief overview of the scope of the space as it relates to recreation, as well as a collaboration and brainstorm by the community of how the space can be best utilized.
- RSVP required. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtcuqprjgtH9AwlTFwG0_NYaOQnqnbozvN
- 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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December 7, 2023
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageFormer Robert Bateman High School Naming Update Report being presented to the Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services Committee.
Requests to delegate to this meeting can be made by completing the online delegation registration form at www.burlington.ca/delegate, by submitting a written request by email to the Office of the City Clerk at clerks@burlington.ca or by phoning 905-335-7600, ext. 7481 by noon the business day before the meeting is to be held.
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Data Analysis
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageThe next step in this process is to create staff reports that will go to Committee in February 2024. These reports will outline the community vision and the themes of the expression of interest.
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February 5, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageReports to Committee of the Whole
ECIS-06-24 - Centre construction and site development update
RCC-01-24 - Robert Bateman Community Centre community engagement sessions and next steps
Requests to delegate to this meeting can be made by completing the online delegation registration form at www.burlington.ca/delegate, by submitting a written request by email to the Office of the City Clerk at clerks@burlington.ca or by phoning 905-335-7600, ext. 7481 by noon the Friday before the meeting is to be held.
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February 13, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageReports to Council for approval
ECIS-06-24 - Centre construction and site development update
RCC-01-24 - Robert Bateman Community Centre community engagement sessions and next steps
Requests to delegate to this meeting can be made by completing the online delegation registration form at www.burlington.ca/delegate, by submitting a written request by email to the Office of the City Clerk at clerks@burlington.ca or by phoning 905-335-7600, ext. 7481 by noon the day before the meeting is to be held.
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April 17, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageOutdoor Engagement
The City of Burlington will be beginning phase 1 of the outdoor engagement on the greenspace at Robert Bateman Community Centre. The outdoor engagement includes a redesign of Frontenac Park.
Participants will be able to provide feedback on the redevelopment of this outdoor greenspace including essential paved pathway connections throughout the site to the adjacent school and new Community Centre Entrance.
- Tansley Woods Community Centre, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- RSVP required. Please RSVP your attendance
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April 23, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageMore opportunities for Robert Bateman Community Centre greenspace input.
Join a neighbourhood drop-in session at Fortinos Burlington Burlington New Street location (5111 New St.).
Stop by the food court area to speak with staff to tell them how you envision using the greenspace.
4:30 to 7 p.m.. No registration necessary.
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April 25, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageOutdoor Engagement
The City of Burlington will be beginning phase 1 of the outdoor engagement on the greenspace at Robert Bateman Community Centre. The outdoor engagement includes a redesign of Frontenac Park.
Participants will be able to provide feedback on the redevelopment of this outdoor greenspace including essential paved pathway connections throughout the site to the adjacent school and new Community Centre Entrance.
Online- Via Zoom, 7:00 - 9:00pm
RSVP required
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May 4, 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre has finished this stageMore opportunities for Robert Bateman Community Centre greenspace input.
Join a neighbourhood drop-in session at Fortinos Burlington Burlington New Street location (5111 New St.).
Stop by the food court area to speak with staff to tell them how you envision using the greenspace.
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. No registration necessary.
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Fall 2024
Robert Bateman Community Centre is currently at this stagePhase 2 Public Engagement on indoor and outdoor space.
FAQs
- What does the City of Burlington see as the benefits of the land exchange?
- What is the dollar value for the potential real estate transactions?
- Why is the City of Burlington able to potentially purchase the Bateman property?
- When will the purchase price and leases become public?
- Why is the City of Burlington negotiating a long term lease with the Halton District School Board?
- Why is the City of Burlington negotiating a long term lease with Brock University?
- Can the HDSB sell the land they purchase from the City to a developer?
- What is the status of the Gary Allan site?
- What is meant by a long term lease?
- What is the amount of space and potential uses for community use in the Bateman location?
- What is the plan for both parking and traffic at the Bateman site?
- What is the plan for the asbestos at Bateman?
- How can the City of Burlington afford the purchase and renovations of the site?
Document Library
- EICS-20-21 - Robert Bateman High School Site - Consulting Services.pdf (181 KB) (pdf)
- CM-26-21 Robert Bateman High School Surplus School Site Update(1).pdf (145 KB) (pdf)
- Staff Presentation to CM-26-21.pdf (1.13 MB) (pdf)
- Government of Ontario Regulation on Surplus School Property
- L-22-22 Update on a Real Estate Matter regarding Robert Bateman High School Acquisition - Direct to Council May 17, 2022.pdf (284 KB) (pdf)
- May 19 120 Results.pdf (152 KB) (pdf)
- Sale of Real Property Policy.pdf (80.5 KB) (pdf)
- May 31 2022 Robert Bateman Public Information Meeting Presentation (1.07 MB) (pdf)
- CM-17-22 Public Engagement Update on Robert Bateman Proposals.pdf (146 KB) (pdf)
- CM-03-22 Multi-year community investment plan 2023-2030.pdf (357 KB) (pdf)
- 1. Supplemental Memo to public engagement update on Robert Bateman High School land related proposals CM-17-22.pdf (34.7 KB) (pdf)
- 2. Robert Bateman Proposals Engagement - Final Project Page Results - Appendix A.pdf (167 KB) (pdf)
- 3. Robert Bateman Proposals Engagement Questions and Emails for June 21 Report - Appendix B.pdf (100 KB) (pdf)
- Staff presentation to EICS-20-22.pdf (3.26 MB) (pdf)
- EICS-02-23 Former Robert Bateman High School Adaptive Reuse Update.pdf (550 KB) (pdf)
- EICS-01-23 Robert Bateman Highschool Renovation and Conversion - Tender Award.pdf (223 KB) (pdf)
- June 1 2023 Environment, Infrastructure & Community Services Committee Meeting Report
- EICS-01-23 Robert Bateman Highschool Renovation and Conversion - Tender Award.pdf (223 KB) (pdf)
- RCC-14-23 Former Robert Bateman High School - Naming and Sponsorship Update .pdf (201 KB) (pdf)
- RCC-20-23 Former Robert Bateman High School - Naming Update.pdf (248 KB) (pdf)
- EICS-06-24 RBCC Construction and Site Development Update.pdf (309 KB) (pdf)
- EICS-06-24 - RBCC Appendix A - Phase 1 and Overall Future Site Potential.pdf (3.75 MB) (pdf)
- RCC-01-24 Robert Bateman Community Centre community engagement sessions and next steps.pdf (171 KB) (pdf)
- RCC-01-24 Appendix A.pdf (176 KB) (pdf)
- RCC-01-24 Appendix B.pdf (61.6 KB) (pdf)
- RCC-6242086142-Bateman-Outdoor-Phase-1-Engagement_IG1080x1080_FINAL.jpg (240 KB) (jpg)
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