This project converted the Calgary Soccer Centre’s last natural grass rectangular field into an artificial turf field and covered the field with a permanent air-supported structure, commonly known as a dome.

• Added a Tedlar protective coating to the dome fabric to improve durability in Calgary’s weather.
• Added air conditioning to create a cooler space during warm summer months

Climate risk reduction and year-round field access

The dome is expected to allow the field to be used three times more than before. This project shows The City’s support for Council’s GamePLAN Making Waves service level.

This plan aims to increase bookable hours at indoor fields by 2.5 times. It also supports the goal of one athletic park for every 22,000 residents. By 2050, the target is one indoor field for every 150,000 residents, with 13 fieldhouses across the city.

Improving performance in Calgary’s climate

The Tedlar coating on the dome creates a smoother surface. This allows snow to slide off more easily, which helps reduce stress on the structure during heavy snowfall.

The coating also reflects sunlight and reduces heat buildup. This helps keep the space cooler in summer and warmer in winter. These improvements lower maintenance needs and help the facility perform better in Calgary’s climate.

Measuring long‑term benefits

The City of Calgary’s Recreation Operations team will monitor how the dome performs through summer 2027. This will help track operating costs, insurance costs, and energy use.

The project received $397,500 in funding from the Centralized Climate Fund to support capital costs related to climate outcomes.

This project was supported by the Centralized Climate Fund (CCF). The fund supports City and Civic Partner projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or help lower climate risks.