MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Community Centre (320 King Street East, Mount Forest) will remain closed until further notice following an inspection by the Township’s Building and Fire Departments.
As a result of the inspection, Orders were issued identifying code compliance matters related to the deterioration of the building. These Orders require that the issues either be addressed immediately or that the facility remain closed.
The Mount Forest Community Centre is more than 50 years old and was already nearing the end of its useful life when it was first closed in 2008. Following that closure, the facility was leased to a community group that assumed responsibility for ongoing maintenance.
When the Township resumed management of the building in 2025, several assessments were completed, including reviews of structural, plumbing, and public health conditions. At that time, targeted improvements were made to address safety and security concerns. Since then, staff have continued to monitor the condition of the facility and determined that a more comprehensive review was necessary given the building’s age and ongoing deterioration, especially following a harsh winter.
The Township’s priority is safety. While the Mount Forest Community Centre has long played an important role in the community, its age and condition require careful and informed consideration. The Township is committed to completing a thorough review and will bring forward a comprehensive report to Council on the future of the facility later in 2026.
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Township of Wellington North
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