Pickering starts construction of net-zero community centre facility
The City of Pickering has kicked off construction of its new Pickering Heritage & Community Centre facility.
The building will bring museum, library, and community centre services into a single facility on 6th Concession Road.
Construction on the 44,000 square-foot building, which is already underway, is being carried out by J.R. Certus Construction Co. Ltd., and is expected to be complete by early 2026.
The building’s design is a collaborative effort between City staff, Hariri Pontarini Architects, and community members who shared valuable input. The total project cost is estimated to be $64.7 million.
Upon full build-out, the PHCC will boast an array of unique amenities, including: an exhibit gallery, a program room, a multi-purpose hall, and outdoor program spaces.
“This milestone marks Pickering’s first new community centre in decades, and our first zero-carbon facility,” said Mayor Kevin Ashe. “This project reaffirms our steadfast commitment to preserving local arts and natural heritage, while spearheading sustainable initiatives to build a strong, more resilient community for generations to come.”
To support the construction of the new facility, the city received $16.5M in funding, including $12.5M from Infrastructure Canada’s Green & Inclusive Community Buildings Program, and $4M from the Department of Canadian Heritage’s Canada Cultural Spaces Fund.