The City of Yorkton is undertaking a renovation project at the Kinsmen Arena to extend the longevity of the ice systems for future years. Approved as part of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 capital budgets, this project will entail:
The removal of the existing rink system, including boards, glass, player benches, spectator seating, and the concrete arena floor.
Removal and replacement of the ground soils, forming a strong, solid base for the new arena slab floor.
Installation of new rink systems, including the concrete arena floor (complete with new refrigeration piping), new rink boards, arena glass, player benches, spectator seating, and other arena amenities.
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The City of Yorkton is undertaking a renovation project at the Kinsmen Arena to extend the longevity of the ice systems for future years. Approved as part of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 capital budgets, this project will entail:
The removal of the existing rink system, including boards, glass, player benches, spectator seating, and the concrete arena floor.
Removal and replacement of the ground soils, forming a strong, solid base for the new arena slab floor.
Installation of new rink systems, including the concrete arena floor (complete with new refrigeration piping), new rink boards, arena glass, player benches, spectator seating, and other arena amenities.
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Tendering
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Award Contractor
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PCL Construction Management Inc.
Construction Begins
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January 2025
Removal of rink boards, arena glass, bleachers, etc.
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Removal and abatement of lead paint within the rink area
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Demolition and excavation of the arena floor and ground material
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Backfill and compaction for new ground material base
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Concrete floor assembly and pour
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Concrete cure time
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Install new rink boards, arena glass, bleachers, etc.
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Finishing (paint, rubber flooring, etc.)
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Commissioning
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Project completion and start making ice for 2025-2026 season
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