The City of New Westminster decided to close Hume Park Pool again this summer. While the resident understood last year that the closure was necessary to prevent COVID, there is no reason to not open it this year as Canada Games pool already re-opened. 

This pool provides swimming lessons, entertainment, a chance for the kids to be physically active, an opportunity for parents to relax with their children, a chance for children to get out and play! 

Hume Park Pool is the ONLY walking distance activity in Sapperton. We have no library, no skatepark, no artificial turf, nothing but this pool. It is the highlight of the year for all the resident of this area. 

The children have the right to learn how to swim and to play within walking distance of their home. In a society that encourage physical activity, the idea to be environmentally conscientious, and mental health we don't understand why the City is even considering closing this facility that offer so much to our community and children. 

For our children sake, please keep it open.