Winnipeg’s Roblin Park Community Centre celebrates 75 years as vital hub

The Roblin Park Community Centre in Winnipeg marked a significant milestone on Saturday, commemorating 75 years as a cherished hub for the local community.

The Roblin Park Community Centre in Winnipeg celebrated 75 years as a vital hub in the city on Saturday.

Located on the west side of the city, the Centre holds a special place in the hearts of Winnipeggers.

Originally established as an army surplus building, it underwent renovations by locals following World War II.

Winnipeg’s Mayor Scott Gillingham attended the celebration on Saturday to present volunteers at the Centre with a plaque to mark the occasion.

“This year, Winnipeg is celebrating our 150th anniversary. So for half of Winnipeg’s history, Roblin Park Community Centre has been a gathering place and a place where people come together,” said Gillingham.

Alex Heese, the centre’s president, expressed the event’s profound meaning, particularly after recent pandemic challenges, emphasizing the joy of people coming together to support their community.

“Well everything was shut down, so nobody was able to gather. So it’s really awesome to see people starting to come back and congregate and support our community centre.” he said.

The 75-year milestone coincides with the Centre’s winter carnival, which tends to draw a major crowd.