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Therme unveils new designs for Ontario Place waterpark and spa

Therme unveils new designs for Ontario Place waterpark and spa

Calgary Herald09-07-2025
Therme Canada has released its updated design for the landmark waterpark and wellness facility at Ontario Place.
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The project integrates 16 acres of publicly accessible parkland, walking trails, beaches, cultural gathering areas and nature play zones along Toronto's western waterfront — all free and open year-round.
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At the heart of the controversial project is Therme's waterpark and wellness centre, which includes 20 water slides, thermal bathing, social saunas, 10 pools and relaxation areas inspired by global spa traditions, the European company said in a statement marking the release of the new design.
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As part of Tuesday's announcement, it was noted that the updated design for the facility is significantly smaller than was previously proposed. The overall building footprint will be 32,600 square metres, reduced by 14 per cent. The building heights for the two structures noted in the update will sit at 43.5 metres and 22.0 metres, reduced by six per cent and 22 per cent.
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The plans were developed by Toronto-based architecture firm Diamond Schmitt and Therme ARC, in collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, STUDIO tla and Trophic Design.
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The site will also pay tribute to the original Ontario Place with a focus on families and inclusion by offering an area dedicated to family fun including waterslides, wave pools and multiple food and beverage offerings — all set amongst botanical gardens, the statement added.
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