Ontario Upgrading Moore Sports Complex in St. Clair Township
July 8, 2025
$200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund supporting economic growth and building healthier communities
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July 8, 2025
Sarnia-Lambton — The Ontario government is investing $1,000,000 to upgrade the Moore Sports Complex in St. Clair Township. 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.
“I’m extremely pleased that the Government of Ontario is making this investment in the Moore Sports Complex,” said Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey. “For decades the people of Lambton County have enjoyed recreational activities at the Moore Sports Complex, this investment will ensure this important community facility is in great shape for years to come.”
The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund investment will help St. Clair Township make important renovations at the facility including upgrading HVAC systems, improvements to the pool and surrounding area, upgrades to roofing, and long term improvements to the outside of the facility.
“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.
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
Sarnia-Lambton
519-337-0051