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All City facilities are open with additional public safety measures in place as approved by the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO).

To prevent the spread of Covid-19, residents must be either a facility rental user group, or attending a scheduled/drop-in program to use the facility. You can book drop-in programs up to five (5) days in advance online.  All individuals who enter the facility must fill out a COVID Contact Tracing form (facility rental users are exempt and track independently).  

For the latest information and to find out what the City is doing in preparation of COVID-19, visit our COVID-19 page.

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The Ruth Inch Memorial Pool is a bright, warm and welcoming place to exercise, learn (Red Cross and Lifesaving Society programs available), and play. The main pool beach access and hot tub lift allow accessibility for all abilities and ages. The steam room and whirlpool are the perfect place to relax after your workout or long day. The facility also has a large outdoor deck with a BBQ and picnic tables that overlooks Frame Lake, providing a premier rental opportunity for private functions!  Some Amenities may be closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We take great pride in our clean, safe building and our friendly and qualified staff. We want to ensure that you have the best possible experience while you visit. Help us keep a safe, fun and healthy environment for everyone by following the facility guidelines and respecting other visitors and our staff. Your courtesy and cooperation will encourage others to do the same.

Location:

6002 Franklin Avenue - the nearest intersection is Franklin Avenue and Forrest Drive.

Pool Amenities:

  • 25 m. beach entry, gradual depth swimming pool (0 to 3.5 m.) at a temperature of 28-29 C
  • Whirlpool with chair lift (40 C)
  • Water wheelchair
  • Springboard diving board 

 Hours of Operation:

  • Monday to Friday: 9 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday to Sunday: 12 pm to 8 pm
  • Facility contact number: (867) 920-5683
  • Schedule hotline number: (867) 920-5682

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Hours of Operation

Winter Hours effective following the Labour Day Weekend
until prior to the Victoria Day Weekend (September to May)
Monday to Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Summer Hours effective following the Victoria Day Weekend
until prior to the Labour Day Weekend (May to September)
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Mailing Address & Phone Numbers

Yellowknife City Hall
4807 - 52 Street, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2N4

Switchboard - (867) 920-5600
Mayor/City Administrator - (867) 920-5634
Booking Clerk - (867) 669-3457
Municipal Enforcement (MED) - (867) 920-5630
After Hours (MED) - (867) 920-2737
After Hours (Public Works) - (867) 920-5699

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