Community Development Projects

In early 2025, members of the Cargill business community approached municipal staff to express interest in developing a similar sub-brand for Cargill. A key motivator for this request is a requirement under the Spruce the Bruce program that each settlement area must have a defined community brand and associated guidelines to be eligible for certain grants. In response, Brockton Council has approved the development of sub-brands for Cargill, Chepstow, and Elmwood.

Please visit our Hamlet Community Logos webpage to cast your vote for your preferred logo for Cargill, Cheptow, and Elmwood. Voting closes June 20, 2025.

Project Outline: Bring Back the Excitement – Help Install a New Diving Board at Centennial Park Pool!

Location: Centennial Park Pool – 1 James St, Walkerton, ON

Project Summary

Centennial Park Pool has long been a summertime staple in Walkerton, offering fun, fitness, and community engagement for all ages. In recent years, however, visitors have expressed a strong desire to see the return of an exciting feature that once thrilled swimmers of all ages—the diving board.

Due to age-related wear, the previous diving boards were removed during the COVID-19 pandemic. A professional assessment confirmed that the lower diving board had reached the end of its usable life and recommended its replacement to enhance the pool experience.

In response to growing public interest and multiple community requests, we are launching a fundraising initiative to install a brand-new diving board at Centennial Park Pool for the 2025 summer season!

Project Goals

• Reintroduce the diving board to enhance recreational opportunities for all ages.

• Increase community engagement and attract more visitors to the pool.

• Promote health, fitness, and fun through aquatic recreation.

• Foster local pride in Brockton's recreation facilities.

Why It Matters

• The diving board has historically been one of the most loved features of the pool.

• With limited recreational facilities for youth in the area, restoring this element brings excitement and energy back to the pool.

• Community feedback has been clear: people want it back!

• This initiative is about more than just a diving board—it’s about restoring a beloved community asset.

Community Involvement & Fundraising

We are seeking community donations to help bring this project to life. Contributions of any amount are welcome and appreciated. Every dollar brings us closer to diving into summer fun!

Ways You Can Help:

• Make a donation (individuals, families, businesses)

• Spread the word through social media and local networks

Donor Recognition

To show our appreciation, all donors will be recognized:

• In local media releases

• On dedicated signage at the pool

• On our municipal and pool social media pages

Current Donors:

• Hammond Power Solutions
• Rotary Club of Walkerton
• Cargill and District Community Foundation

Estimated Timeline

• Spring 2025: Finalize fundraising and complete purchase

• Summer 2025: Installation of the new diving board

Support This Initiative

Help us make a splash! Donations can be made via:

• In Person: Community Services (Parks and Recreation) Office (290 Durham St. W, Walkerton ON). 

• Email the Community Services Department

• Phone: 519-881-0625 x 2

Let’s come together to bring back a community favourite and make summer 2025 the best one yet at Centennial Park Pool!

The Municipality of Brockton is pleased to announce that we are a successful recipient of the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation Housing Accelerator Fund. We will receive access to $3.4 million in funding which can be allocated towards infrastructure that supports new and existing residents, supports programs and policies to advance needed units, and increases the available supply for attainably priced units in the growing community of Brockton.

Visit our Housing Accelerator Fund webpage to learn more.