Ontario Upgrading McKay Park Pool in Plympton-Wyoming

February 12, 2026

$200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund supporting economic
growth and building healthier communities
News February 12, 2026
Sarnia-Lambton — The Ontario government is investing $194,000 to protect jobs and
upgrade the pool in Plympton-Wyoming’s McKay Park. This investment is part of the
province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), a
provincewide initiative that helps communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy
and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.
“This is exciting news for residents of Plympton-Wyoming,” said Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob
Bailey. “Investing in the McKay Park Pool means that families and residents in the
community will continue to be able to enjoy summer recreation and fitness activities at the
pool for years to come.”
Funding from the CSRIF will support Plympton-Wyoming’s ongoing upgrades to the pool,
including: replacing the pool liner, pumps, mechanical systems, concrete deck, and
enhancing the washrooms.
“At a time when Ontario families are facing rising costs due to tariffs, our government is
proud to support organizations focused on delivering better services for people while
breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for children and young people,” said Neil
Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “With investments in infrastructure like this, we are protecting
Ontario jobs, strengthening our communities and building a more resilient and self-reliant
economy.”
CSRIF is a key part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario workers, businesses and
families by unleashing the economy and getting more shovels in the ground, with a historic
$200 billion investment to build highways, hospitals, transit, schools and other critical
infrastructure across the province.
“The Community Pool is a cornerstone of our Municipality. This past year alone, there were
over 1500 people that used the facility,” said Plympton-Wyoming Mayor Gary Atkinson.
“This funding from the Ministry will allow us to replace infrastructure that will meet the needs
of our residents, now and for future generations to come.”
Quick Facts
The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) is an application-based
program providing a $200 million investment over two years. It supports municipalities,
Indigenous communities, and non-profit organizations, through two streams: one for
repairing and rehabilitating existing sport and recreation facilities and spaces, and another
for building new or transformative sport and recreation infrastructure.
Each year, Ontario invests $32 million in community recreation programs to help achieve
active, healthy communities across the province, including Ontario’s After School Program,
the Inclusive Grassroots Recreation program and the Ontario Amateur Sport Fund.
Sport contributes more than $7.5 billion to Ontario’s economy every year, creating tens of
thousands of meaningful and good-paying jobs in every corner of the province.
Additional Resources
Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
2025 Ontario Budget – A Plan to Protect Ontario
Media Contact
Bob Bailey, MPP
519-337-0051
bob.bailey@pc.ola.org