More Bathroom and Ladies Flooring Update
Last summer through October this year, we continued moving forward with our improvement project, focusing in making our space more accessible, welcoming and sustainable for everyone who walks through our doors. We are grateful to share the progress that has been made so far.
We installed three new toilets on the main floor and upgraded the old linoleum to a luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring which is water-resistant and non-slip. To ensure greater accessibility, we also added a push-button entry to one of the washrooms, making it fully barrier-free.
In the basement, we replaced the flooring in the large dining room, west dining room, and hallway with high-quality LVT which is also water-resistant and non-slip. We upgraded three toilets in the basement female washrooms, converting one into a completely barrier-free space and installing an additional push-button entry for ease and dignity.
What’s next?
We are now preparing for the final phase of this project: upgrading the basement male washrooms. With each step, we move closer to ensuring that our Centre remains a place of hospitality, accessibility, and care for all. Without your support, these improvements would not be possible, and the Centre is truly grateful for your unwavering dedication towards our Mission.
Guest Bathroom Renovation Complete, More Upgrades on the Way
Happy Easter from all of us at the FCJ Centre!
We’re happy to share some good news with you, our friends, donors, and supporters. The first phase of our guest bathroom renovation is now complete!
Thanks to your generosity, and with the support of the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) from the Government of Alberta, we’ve been able to make some much-needed improvements.
Here’s what’s been done so far:
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26 new toilets have been installed in the guest bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors (13 on each floor).
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We’ve also replaced the old linoleum with luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring, a safer, more durable, and more comfortable option for our guests.
The original toilets were over 45 years old and used up to 12 litres of water per flush. Our new water-saving models use just 4.8 litres, helping us reduce our water use and be more environmentally conscious.
What’s next?
This summer, we’ll continue the upgrades by renovating the main floor and basement common washrooms, another step toward making our space more accessible, welcoming, and sustainable for everyone.
While these changes may seem simple, they speak to something deeper: our ongoing commitment to hospitality, care, and stewardship.
Thank you again for walking alongside us.
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