Approximately 250 kilometres east of Edmonton, The Frog Lake First Nations Children and Family Intervention and Prevention Healing Centre will span approximately 60,000 sqft of space and is envisioned as a modern, sustainable, and fully integrated complex. Built adjacent to the existing Stampede Park, this centre will serve as a regional destination that combines equestrian, agricultural, educational, cultural, and community wellness programming under one roof. The building will feature an indoor riding arena, a dedicated hot walker area, and a series of horse stalls complete with associated tack and support spaces. Beyond its equestrian functions, the building will accommodate a diverse range of community-oriented areas including employment training classrooms, youth and elder spaces, offices dedicated to mental health, social work, wellness, victims’ services, and agricultural and farming initiatives. Additional cultural and gathering rooms, a commercial kitchen, and a living museum featuring a legacy and interpretive centre will further contribute to the facility’s role as a hub for learning, culture, and wellbeing.
Williams Engineering (WE) was retained by Reimagine Architects to provide complete mechanical engineering consulting services for this project. Our scope includes the design of all building plumbing, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, as well as the implementation of a Building Management System (BMS) for digital monitoring and control of dynamic building functions. In addition, our services include the preparation of performance-based specifications for the building’s fire protection systems.
The facility is aiming to achieve near net-zero site energy through the use of a ground source geothermal heating and cooling systems combined with an extensive solar panel array. One of the main project goals was to eliminate the need for natural gas services to the site.
Our approach emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and system integration. Each mechanical system is designed to meet the unique requirements of the facility’s diverse spaces. Through close collaboration with the project team, we aim to deliver mechanical solutions that reflect the project’s vision of creating a resilient, functional, and sustainable community asset that will serve future generations.
