The City of Cranbrook has temporarily closed the Kinsmen Arena after staff identified a number of safety concerns this afternoon (Aug. 27).
These concerns involve areas of chipping and peeling lead-based paint on the arena’s main beams, leading the City to enact the closure as a precaution for “the continued health and safety of all facility users”.
Events affected by the closure include:
- The Career & Education Expo on Thursday, September 4, will be held at the Cranbrook Curling Club
- The final night of roller skating, scheduled for Sunday, September 7, has been cancelled.
“Thanks to our residents, user groups, and event organizers for their understanding and flexibility while this work is carried out,” said the City.
The work schedule will be confirmed soon as crews try to complete repairs in time for the planned hockey season opening on October 2.
Updates will be shared as more details become available.
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