The Clare Veterans Centre is currently closed for renovations. We are pleased to announce that this project will provide the community with a revitalized community centre, with an emphasis on sustainable and accessible design.
After several exhaustive assessments, the decision was made to demolish the Clare Veterans Centre building and proceed with the construction of a brand-new community centre, a decision that promises improved facilities for our residents - at a lower cost. It became clear that the originally planned renovation project was not viable when the tendering process closed. Despite additional efforts on the Municipality's behalf, the tender received only one bid, which was more than double the amount budgeted for the project.
This situation prompted the Municipality to step back and analyze viable options for moving the project forward. It was determined that the best solution was to proceed with the construction of a new building, largely to offer a better-quality product at a lower cost, as well as for accessibility and sustainability reasons.
The Municipality of Clare recognizes the importance of having a public space where various community groups and residents can come together to organize events and activities. We look forward to the construction of the new Clare Veterans Centre, and to providing our residents with a brand new public space.
For project updates, check out the project dashboard (only available in English).
For future hall reservations, or for more information, please contact the Municipality of Clare at 902-769-2031.