Jim Durrell Arena set to open as physical distancing centre for vulnerable men

By Mike Vlasveld

Posted Apr 29, 2020 02:34:00 PM.

This article is more than 5 years old.

Jim Durrell Arena is getting set to provide relief for Ottawa's men's shelter system.

On April 20, Mayor Jim Watson explained that the arena would have capacity for up to 140 men.

Watson, Chair of the City’s Emergency and Protective Services Committee Jenna Sudds, as well as Alta Vista Ward Councillor Jean Cloutier are touring the facility, Wednesday.

Touring the temporary shelter established at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre. This facility will alleviate overflow for #Ottawa’s local men’s shelter system – allowing for more critical support & appropriate physical distancing during the #COVID19 pandemic. pic.twitter.com/yTr7bB5L4h

— Jim Watson (@JimWatsonOttawa) April 29, 2020

The centre, at 1265 Walkley Road, is expected to open on Saturday, May 2.

City staff have been hard at work preparing Jim Durell Recreation Centre to enable greater physical distancing for men relying on our shelters during the #COVID19 pandemic. This temporary shelter will open on Saturday to those that need it. pic.twitter.com/ZaQ9NCwP31

— Jenna Sudds (@JennaSudds) April 29, 2020

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