Awarded $75, 000 to preplace an aging, broken, propane-powered ice resurfacer with a new electric-powered machine. This machine will allow the Triwood Community Association to continue offering a well-maintained and safe arean to both local community members, as well as city-wide hockey and rigette groups. Figure skaters, members of learn-to-skate programs, and other community groups will also be able to continue using the rink.

Awarded $30, 000 for the purchase of specialized equipment for maintaining three outdoor ice rinks, a leisure trail, and parking lot. This equipment will ensure year round access to well maintaind recreational facilities including two boarded hockey rinks with nets, a leisure rink and trail, free skate and equipment lending, basketball and lacrosse nets, a gaga ball pit, and a play field. 

Awarded $31, 463 for the purchase of softball equipment to support the All-Star Girls Fastpitch Association. This will provide an environment that nurtures continuous improvement, teamwork, skill development, sportsmanship, and fun for athletes in the Calgary Area who have the skills and desire to compete at the highest competitive “A” level. Upgraded equipment and new training technologies will place athletes on a level playing field with their competition. 

Awarded $29, 197 to purchase sports equipment which will support the Soccer Without Boundaries program. This provides free and accessible sports programs to youth in low income neighborhoods around the city, teaching sports and life skills as wel las giving youth the opportunity to be mentored, and to volunteer. Newcomers and children from low income families who face barriers like language difficulties, isolation, mental health challenges, and a lack of social supports are proovided a safe, athletic program to occupy their time. Soccer Without Boundaries supports more than 1400 children over the year, and 400 in the summer through camp programming.

Awarded $40, 000 for the purchase of an outdoor score clock and training equipment including a scrum sled, post pads, hit shields, and balls. This equipment upgrade will improve athelte training and community clinics, enhance safety during training and games, and enrich the game day experience for players and spectators. Upgraded equipment will produce more training sessions, broaden participation, and support local clubs reliant on volunteer boards and coaches who may not always have the capacity or expertise to provide specialized training.

Awarded $125, 000 for the purchase of equipment to break up ice and lay ski tracks on the cross-country ski trails. This tracksetting equipment will allow Confederation Park to supply more consistent conditions to both athletes and residents alike that use the trails to recreate in the winter. Better groomed trails will alleviate the strain placed on volunteers while also benefiting all Calgarians who wish to participate in cross country skiing within the City’s limits.

Awarded $5, 185 to support the NETS program which lends a full set of equipment (two posts, four sets of pinnies, and four balls) to a school to play Netball. It also provides a free session to teach the game and rules to teachers so they feel comfortable teaching the sport to the children and help with developing intramural programs.

Awarded $125, 000 for the revitalization of Haultain Park with proposed additions including a variety of fitness and sport elements such as table tennis, tether ball, cornhole, ladder golf, and a 200m rubberized trakc with an abacus to track laps. These amenities, along with the beautification of the park and its furnishings, will transform Haultain park from a neglected space into a dynamic, community hub that will promote sport development and participation for the Beltline community. 

Awarded $36, 000 for the installation of Junior Australian Football goal posts at 12 schools in Calgary. The primary barrier faced by children playing Australian rules Football is a lack of goal posts. Since 2019, more than 50, 000 children have particpated in Australian football, so the installation of ne wgoal posts will ensure the sustainability of the sport. 

Awarded $17, 325 for the purchase of portable cross country jump equipment, which will expand access to the Olympic disciplin of eventing for Calgary area youth and amateur riders. CEDF is an experienced, volunteer-run non-profit dedicated to making equestrian sport more affordable and accessible, particularly for youth and girls who are underrepresented in many competitive sport environments.

Awarded $75, 000 to upgrade the track, eqipment, and accessibility features of the facility. A modern, inclusive track ensures safe, reliable training conditions that reduce injuries and support peak performance. For Paralympic athletes, accessible surfaces and equipment are essential to removing barriers and enabling equal opportunity to succeed. 

Awarded $75, 000 for the purchase of a new Olympia model ice resurfacer. The Olympia is vital to the successful operation of the facility and will allow for the safe maintenance of ice for clients to train on.

Awarded $25,000 to upgrade a 4,800 sq. ft. gymnasium by refinishing the hardwood floor, installing custom wall padding, and replacing the outdated scoreboard withi modern Daktronics equipment. These upgrades will create a safe, high-quality environment that supports skill development, confidence, and participation in sports for children with learning differences (LD) and ADHD. A refinished, non-slip floor and protective wall padding will reduce injury risk, while modern scoreboards and shot clocks provide clear visual cues that enhance focus, structure, and competitive play. This project is vital to sustaining inclusive physical education and school-based sports at Foothills Academy. It will directly benefit hundreds of students each year by improving safety, accessibility, and engagement, fostering lifelong healthy habits, confidence, and social connection.

Awarded $10, 229 to purchase new gymnastics equipment including 1 uneven bar, 1 UPIT Foam pit, 1 competition beam, 1 Tumbl Trak, 12 foam building blocks, 1 fun cube, 1 air pump, 10 jump ropes, and skinny resistance bands. This upgrade will improve athlete safety, and retain and attract gymansts of all levels from across the city.

Awarded $75, 000 to replace and modernize the aging ice plant and inefficient mechanical system that supports two ice arenas. A modern, energy-efficient system will restore full functionality to both ice sheets, improve safety, and ensure uninterrupted year-round operation. This project will meet the growing demand for ice time in North Central Calgary, where no other recreation facilities currently exist north of Stoney Trail. It will expand access for local organizations such as the Raiders Hockey Club, Huntington Hills Figure Skating Club, hockey camps, and many other community groups, while also strengthening Vivo’s capacity to deliver affordable and inclusive programming for children, youth, and families. 

Awarded $70, 376 to support the clubs relocation to a new location at 4114 23 St. NE. This project will see the rezoning and conversion of the new space into a safe, functional and fully-compliant sport facility. The mission of the Calgary Fencing Club is to provide affordable fencing lessons to the community at all skill levels (particularly amateur and recreational); teaching sport safety, sportsmanship, and the importance of physical activity; and to organize events that raise awareness of fencing as a sport and promote community togetherness.

Awarded $70, 000 to replace an aging scoreboard. Replacing the Stadium Field scoreboard reinforces MRU’s identity as a home for competitive, successful varsity programs within Calgary and western Canada. Great facilities also enhance the fan experience. Bigger crowds, better energy, and community engagement help grow support for the program, which in turn brings more attention to Cougars Athletics, Mount Royal University and the Calgary soccer community. A new scoreboard would also elevate the experience for all users—from youth attending Mount Royal summer camps to adult and senior leagues, and beyond in the Calgary community. This upgrade would serve not only Cougar Athletics but the broader Calgary community, who rely on this space approximately nine months of the year (due to environmental conditions).

Awarded $9, 342 for the purchase of new safety mats to enhance accessibility, increase capacity, and ensure program continuity.

Awarded $70, 000 to upgrade the established ice rink with an ice chiller. A brand new ice chiller will provide a better experience for skaters looking to have a friendly, free, community outdoor rink in an area that is connected to other attractions via the River Walk.

Awarded $32, 980 for the installation of 6 competition level starting locks in Vivo’s 25m lane pool. The starting blocks will benefit the larger community including including individual users, as well as school swimming groups and other community clubs.