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The McKinnon building was built in 1975 and is home to the school
of physical education and recreational facilities that serve students,
faculty and staff. The facilities include an indoor pool, fitness
and weight room, dance studio, outdoor tennis courts, squash courts
and a large gym.
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legendary figure in the Victoria sports community, Archie McKinnon
(1896 - 1984) came to Victoria in 1913 and joined the YMCA staff
as a swimming and track and field instructor. His full-time association
with the Y continued until 1961. McKinnon coached Canadian athletes
at four Olympic games.
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