Regent Park Aquatic Centre opens

By Bulletin Staff –

From left are MP Peer Kent, Coun. Pam McConnell, MPP David Zimmer, Coun. Paul Ainslie.

From left are MP Peer Kent, Coun. Pam McConnell, MPP David Zimmer, Coun. Paul Ainslie.

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Politicians and community members gathered for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the Regent Park Aquatic Centre. With public and private investment, including from Donald Trump, this is one step to Regent Park revitalization. What does billionaire real-estate mogul Donald Trump have in common with a small community just east of Downtown Toronto? A $1 to $2 million grant toward a new project that will benefit children who want to learn how to swim and learn lifesaving skills.