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Thunder Run’s Final Run | Calgary News
Calgary’s beloved Thunder Run waterslide, a six-story, 170-meter icon since 1994, is being replaced as Village Square Leisure Centre undergoes a major $100M renovation. While the modern slide promises better durability and safety, locals are mourning the loss of a childhood staple. Actor Andrew Phung, who grew up sliding down its waterslide, is calling for a proper farewell — maybe even a throwback teen night — to honor the slide’s legacy before it’s gone. The upgrade also includes new boilers, air handlers, and electrical systems to ensure the center lasts for decades. It’s a bittersweet…
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