Lakehead University Athletics announced the immediate closure of its sports and fitness buildings in Thunder Bay, Ontario, on March 12, 2026. The closure is the result of a burst pipe that has stopped all activities inside the campus gym locations.
The shutdown impacts the CJ Sanders Fieldhouse and the multi-use building known as the Hangar. These spaces are essential for university life and are used daily by varsity teams, students, and local residents for fitness and sports programs.
The CJ Sanders Fieldhouse has been a central hub for the community since it was originally built in 1968. While the buildings are closed, all indoor training, gym access, and community recreation programs are paused until the plumbing issue is fixed.
Staff members are asking the public to check the official facilities website for updates on when the buildings will reopen. Residents should confirm the status of the gym before traveling to the university to avoid arriving while the doors are still locked.
