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Inuvik Pool remains closed while engineers search for leak

Pool shut down on June 11 due to "significant concern" with the foundation
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Inuvik’s public pool is closed indefinitely while engineers attempt to locate a leak in the basin. NNSL file photo

Inuvik's swimming pool remains closed and there is still no estimate on when the pool will re-open.

The Town of Inuvik posted an update to its social media feed shortly after 1 p.m. July 5.

"We'd like to update you on the status of our community pool," reads the notice. "Unfortunately, the pool remains closed due to an ongoing leak issue.

"Town staff in conjunction with engineers from AECOM, are diligently working to pinpoint the exact location of the leak and are developing a solution to fix it as quickly as possible. We understand the inconvenience this closure may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding."

After re-opening last fall, Inuvik's swimming pool was closed indefinitely on June 11 after town officials found a "significant concern" with the foundation.

Closed for over three years after the Covid-19 pandemic first forced its shut down and then successive technical problems prevented re-opening, the pool finally re-opened in October. Enthusiasm for it's re-opening has been significant, with usage during public swims free of charge because groups have been sponsoring the costs of admission.



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