On January 23, 2026, the City revealed plans for a new curling and racquet sports complex that will transform the 700 block of Victoria Street and bring fresh energy to the east end of downtown. For longtime curlers, user groups, volunteers, and families who have spent years in the well-loved but aging Memorial Arena and Kamloops Curling Club, the news carried both nostalgia and optimism.

The envisioned complex includes new curling sheets, dedicated racquet sports spaces, accessible design features, and the potential for housing and other community amenities—creating a year-round gathering place where residents can connect, play, and support one another.

Although the project involves replacing two historic facilities, the City emphasized that the redevelopment is a step toward a more inclusive, modern, and future-ready recreation landscape. The new complex will provide upgraded spaces for athletes, families, and community groups, ensuring curling and racquet sports continue to thrive in Kamloops.

As part of the broader Build Kamloops initiative, the announcement signals the next major phase of long-term community investment. While construction is still a few years away, planning and engagement are underway to ensure the project reflects local needs and makes the most of the downtown site.

The engagement process for the curling and racquet sports complex is rooted in inclusivity, transparency, and respect for the community’s deep connection to the existing facilities. As the project moves forward, engagement will create meaningful opportunities for residents, user groups, partners, and interested parties to help shape the vision and the detailed design of the new complex.

Ultimately, the redevelopment offers an opportunity to honour the past while building for the future—ushering in a new chapter marked by collaboration, renewed energy, and a more connected downtown.