Community Projects

Over two years ago, the need became apparent to address energy inefficiency and accessibility issues.  A decision was made to replace the outdated portion of the centre with a newly constructed addition, consisting of an expanded accessible entranceway, larger meeting room, orderly cloak room, and barrier-free washrooms to create a more useful and energy efficient space.

Brockton Council approved the renovation to the Cargill Community Centre entranceway at their February 12, 2018 Council Meeting. The project is expected to cost $805,000, with the municipality committed to finance 40% of this project. 

The C.D.C.F. committee strives for the betterment of the Cargill community for everyone to enjoy. The committee are fundraising the remaining $485,000 for this project.  Financial support through grants, sponsorships, and donations have raised $185,000 to date. A public campaign is being launched to raise the remaining $300,000.

A public campaign is being launched to raise the remaining $300,000.

Donations can be dropped off, or mailed to the Municipality of Brockton, P. O. Box 68, 100 Scott Street, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0. 

Thank you in advance for your support of the entranceway for the Cargill Community Centre. Your valuable gift will make a difference!

Grand Opening 

The Cargill and District Community Fund celebrated the Grand Opening of the Cargill Community Centre Entranceway on Thursday, June 20, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

iew photos from the Grand Opening in our Facebook Album.

The project was initiated in February 2017 between the Walkerton and District Optimist Club and Community Improvement Committee. Discussions took place, and an application was submitted to the Spruce the Bruce Grant in February 2018 for the playground by the Community Improvement Committee.

In August 2018, Council approved a 10 year interest free loan to Optimist Club for $76,800.00 to bridge finance the purchase of accessible playground equipment and other park upgrades as required.­

The accessible playground set was ordered in October 2018, and delivery and installation is projected for fall 2019.

In March 2019, Road realignment and site work were approved in principle through the 2019 Municipal Budget. Grants were received, and a tender process has commenced for these components, which will require final Council approval. 

Accessible rubberized surfaces will be used at the playground. The Optimist Park will be an accessible playground with elevated surfaces. The surfaces to be installed will focus on safety, compliance, economy/versatility, performance/guarantee, environmental concerns, and maintaining industry standards. 

To date, the Optimist Park has received financial commitments from the Municipality of Brockton, Community Improvement Committee, Spruce the Bruce, and Optimist Club totaling $246,420.90.

Fundraising Campaign Request:

*=Estimated Totals

Please consider donating to help us fundraise for this community project! The types of accepted donations are listed on the attached form, as well as information and a form about applying to have a stone or sign erected in name of your company or family member. Tax receipts can be issued for the donations. Cheques are to be payable to The Municipality of Brockton.

View the Optimist Park Fundraising Package for more information about this project and how you can help fundraise.  

View the Optimist Park Fundraising Package for more information about this project and how you can help fundraise. 

For more information about the types of donations view our Optimist Park Donation Form. 

If you would like your company or family name displayed on a sign or stone at the Optimist Park, please view our Optimist Park Sign/Stone Form.

The accessible rubberized surface, and playground equipment has been installed for the Walkerton and District Optimist Club Park behind the Walkerton Community Centre. The playground will soon be open for use! Stay tuned for more updates!