Background
The City of Ottawa is developing a Gymnasium Strategy to help guide the future renewal, development, management, and use of gymnasium spaces. As Ottawa continues to grow, this Strategy will help the City plan for and prioritize City of Ottawa operated gymnasium facilities in a way that reflects the evolving needs of residents, community organizations, and sports groups.
To view the catalogue of gymnasiums operated by City of Ottawa HERE
The Gymnasium Strategy will explore:
- Access and demand
- Infrastructure and design
- Operations and booking systems
- Equity and inclusion
- Partnerships and growth
We want to hear from you! Whether you currently use gymnasium facilities, are looking for more opportunities to participate in recreation programs, or have ideas about how spaces can better serve Ottawa’s communities, your feedback will help inform the future of gymnasium services across the city!
Get Involved – For Community Sport Organizations or Individuals (survey will ask to identify)
An online public survey will be available from October 30, 2026, to December 15, 2026.
The Ottawa Sport Council and the City of Ottawa’s project team is available to connect directly with your organization to expand on the gymnasium strategy and answer any questions. Within these discussions we can provide a deeper look into the strategy’s core purpose and objectives, outline how it impacts community sport, and answer any specific questions or comments about how your organization can participate and share feedback, ensuring the collective voice of community sport is heard throughout the process.
Reach out to connect with Frances Mercer, Executive Director ed@sportottawa.ca
Direct link to City of Ottawa Gymnasium Strategy Engage Ottawa website:
https://engage.ottawa.ca/gymnasium-strategy
