30 months of construction.
One incredible transformation.

Over the past 30 months, the Arbec Wellness Centre has grown from an empty site, foundations, concrete and structural steel into the impressive community recreation facility taking shape today.

The arena, walking track, gymnasium, competition and leisure pools, community spaces and supporting areas are now increasingly looking and feeling like the facility our community will soon enjoy.

As construction moves into its final stages, the focus is shifting from major construction activities to the many finishing details required to complete a facility of this size and complexity. Crews continue to complete finishes, install equipment and address remaining construction items throughout the building.

At the same time, an important phase of testing and commissioning is underway. Mechanical, electrical, pool, arena, life-safety and building control systems are being started, tested and verified to ensure they are operating properly and working together as intended.

Much of this work may not be visible in photos, but it is an essential part of preparing the Arbec Wellness Centre for its future operations.

From an active construction site to a nearly complete community facility, the progress over the past 30 months has been remarkable.

There is still important work ahead, but every day brings the Arbec Wellness Centre another step closer to welcoming the community through its doors.

We’ve come a long way, Miramichi, and it’s exciting to see the vision of the Arbec Wellness Centre becoming a reality.