The Olympic Oval is vital infrastructure for the university, amateur sports, the local community, and tourism. A legacy of the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, it has driven Canada’s speed skating success. However, reinvestment in its infrastructure is needed to sustain its community benefits.
The Olympic Oval is one of Canada’s most iconic sport landmarks. For 39 years, it has been a hub for elite athletes, university competitors and the broader community. Now, this incredible venue is preparing for a major renewal to secure its legacy for generations to come.
With a $52 million investment from the Governments of Canada and Alberta, this critical modernization project is moving forward — but there is still more to do.
We need your help to build on this historic investment. Through our private fundraising campaign and community-wide initiative, your support can help us go beyond the essential infrastructure renewal and ensure the Olympic Oval continues to be a world-class destination for athletes, students and our community for decades to come.
This renovation aims to modernize and revitalize the facility, focusing on sustainability and performance. A key feature is a greener, energy-efficient ice plant to boost efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Upgrades include:
We hope your connection to the Olympic Oval and the memories you’ve made inspire you to join us in securing its future. We welcome your interest in supporting our campaign and would appreciate your help in any of these ways:
Please contact Mark Messer, Director, Olympic Oval, for more details.
The Olympic Oval exemplifies sport legacy, funding, and community integration at its finest. It is vital to Calgary’s sport and recreation scene, future university athletes, and competitors worldwide that we unite to support its 40 years.
Mark Messer
Director, Olympic Oval
