Venue Information

The Markham Pan-Am Centre is a 147,000 sq ft (13,660 sq m) sports facility that has been built to many national and international standards of competition. Consisting of a 50 m pool, gymnasiums, a fitness centre, and various multipurpose and meeting rooms, the facility is ideal for hosting a variety of sport events including ...

• Badminton
• Basketball
• Competitive Swimming
• Artistic Swimming
• Table Tennis
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
• Rhythmic Gymnastics
• and more ...

Swimming Pool

The Olympic size 50 metre swimming pool allows for 10 lanes of competitive swimming. At 2.5 meters deep, the pool is also suitable for artistic swimming and water polo events.

With a moveable floor and configurable bulkheads, the pool’s dimensions can be setup to meet various sport requirements and allows for a multi-use configuration.

The cooler 26 C (79 F) temperature of the pool is based on World Aquatic standards.

Please contact Sport and Event Supervisor, Jeremy Wong at JeremyWong@markham.ca or 905.477.7000 extension 3022.

Gymnasiums

With over 36,000 sq ft of floorspace, the main gymnasium can be configured to include 12 badminton, 6 volleyball, or 2 basketball courts.

With 41 ft (12.5 m) ceilings, the facility meets international competition standards for volleyball, rhythmic gymnastics and other sports.

A warm-up hall adjacent to the main gymnasium features an additional 3 badminton courts, 1 volleyball, or 1 basketball court.

Please contact Sport and Event Supervisor, Kyle Sanders at KSanders@markham.ca or 905.477.7000 extension 2198.
 

Venue Bookings

Pool

Please contact Sport and Event Supervisor, Jeremy Wong at JeremyWong@markham.ca or 905.477.7000 extension 3022

Gymnasium

Please contact Sport and Event Supervisor, Kyle Sanders at KSanders@markham.ca or 905.477.7000 extension 2198

Meeting Rooms

PAC Rentals

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the facility hours?

The facility hours are 5:30 am to 10:30 pm 7 days a week. Schedules may change based on event schedules.

Is there a fee for parking?

Parking at the Markham Pan Am Centre is free, but limited.

Is there a place to buy food on site?

Currently there is small food vendor on site open during events.

Are there any vending machines?

There are 3 vending machines.  Two are located on the main floor by reception and the other is located on the second floor overlooking the lobby.

Is the facility accessible?

Yes, the Pan Am Centre is fully accessible.

Are pets allowed into the facility?

Only registered service animals are allowed to enter the facility due to pool Health & Safety Regulations.

Can our group rent the gym or pool?

We have a variety of meeting rooms and spaces available for groups to rent.  Please contact pacrentals@markham.ca.

Is there Wi-Fi in the facility?

Yes, there is public Wi-Fi throughout the Pan Am Centre.

Where is the lost and found?

The lost and found is located in the main lobby at the reception desk.

Where do I put my valuables and my clothes?

• A limited number of lockers are available in each of the change rooms.
• You must provide your own lock and remove it when you leave.
• Do not leave money or valuables in the change rooms. Our staff is not responsible for anything that is lost or stolen.

What is the temperature of the pool?

The pool temperature is maintained at 79°F (26°C) to meet FINA standards.

What type of footwear is acceptable in the gymnasium?

No outside footwear is allowed on the gymnasium floor.  Athletes must wear clean athletic, non-marking sole footwear.

How does the Markham Pan Am Centre differ from the other Markham Recreation Community Centres?

The Markham Pan Am Centre was designed to be the first sports facility in the City of Markham.  The Pan Am Centre plays an integral role in an athlete’s training and competition pathway towards sport excellence.

Who owns the Markham Pan Am Centre?

The Markham Pan Am Centre is a City of Markham Owned and operated facility. The facility is a legacy venue built in partnership with Infrastructure Ontario, TO2015 Pan Am Games Organizing Committee and the City of Markham.

Celebrate Markham Grant

The City of Markham is happy to support community events and programs through our Celebrate Markham Grant Program.

The Celebrate Markham Grant Program gives funding to not-for-profit organizations in Markham. For additional information, please visit Celebrate Markham Grant.

Destination Markham Grant

Learn more about Destination Markham, please visit https://visitmarkham.ca/ 

For more information about Destination Markham Grant, please visit https://visitmarkham.ca/grants-financial-support/