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Operating future of Kelowna's H2O Fitness Centre entering competitive process

The city will evaluate proposals on community benefit, experience, sustainability and financial terms while services continue under the current agreement.

  • On Sept. 28, the City of Kelowna announced it will issue a Request for Proposals for the management of H2O Adventure, which the YMCA of Southern Interior has operated since 2009.
  • The current partnership between the City and the YMCA remains in effect through 2028, ensuring service stability while the municipality reviews long-term operating options for the Fitness Centre.
  • Jim Gabriel, divisional director for Kelowna, called the YMCA a 'valued partner,' while Proposals will be evaluated on criteria including community benefit, relevant experience, and financial sustainability.
  • Allyson Graf, CEO of the YMCA of Southern Interior, confirmed the organization's intent to submit a proposal, stating, 'We look forward to participating in the City's RFP.'
  • Seeking to identify the best overall value for the community, the City may transition H2O to a new operator in 2029 through the competitive bidding process.
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Operating future of Kelowna's H2O Fitness Centre entering competitive process

A partnership between the city and YMCA ends in 2028

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West K News broke the news in Kelowna, Canada on Monday, September 28, 2026.
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