Fonda Park upgrade project
Calgary Stampeders Community Flag Football Fields at Fonda Park Fonda Park upgrade project
Fonda Park has been selected as the location for three new dedicated Class C flag football fields, to be known as the Calgary Stampeders Community Flag Football Fields. The project also supports broader City goals to improve access to recreation and make better use of underutilized playfields and park space across Calgary.
The City of Calgary, in partnership with the Calgary Stampeders Foundation Grey Cup Legacy Project, is planning new playfield enhancements at Fonda Park to support the growing demand for flag football, one of the fastest-growing youth sports in North America.
Project scope
- Three Class C flag football fields
- Removal of the baseball diamond and existing soccer amenities
- Irrigation repairs and upgrades following field conversion
- No changes planned to the skatepark or playground
Fonda Park upgrade
About the Stampeders Foundation
The Stampeders Foundation is the charitable arm of the Calgary Stampeders Football Club, which is dedicated to creating a healthier and brighter community for Calgarians and Albertans. Established in 2012, the Foundation consolidates and strengthens the club’s many charitable endeavours, enabling the organization to build upon its long-standing commitment to the community.
The Stampeders Foundation is centered upon the support of amateur and grassroots football in Calgary and southern Alberta communities, while also supporting a number of health and education initiatives through player involvement and in-game programming.
Timeline
While detailed design and construction planning is still underway, the anticipated timeline is:
- 2025–2026: Design development
- Spring/Summer 2026: Construction begins
- 2026–2027: Phased opening of fields
- Two fields are anticipated to be available for use in late 2026, construction dependent
- The third field is anticipated to be available for use in 2027
While formal public engagement is not planned due to the project’s fixed scope and alignment with GamePlan and Connect: Calgary’s Parks Plan policies, the City is committed to proactive communication with community members.