Martensville, Saskatchewan, February 25, 2025 – City of Martensville Council, along with Indigenous leaders, government officials, and Martensville youth, gathered today to celebrate the grand opening of the Martensville Recreation Centre (MRC) located in the future Trilogy Ranch subdivision on the west side of Martensville. 

The event today built on the partial opening in October 2024, when the city celebrated the completion of the ice arena. Now that construction is complete, the MRC totals 145,000 square feet and includes a regulation size ice arena, 62,000 square foot indoor turf area (Williams Family Fieldhouse), mini practice ice, batting and pitching cages, indoor playground, climbing facility, meeting and multi-purpose rooms, and over 7,700 square feet of commercial and retail space. The MRC will be home to a variety of local groups and youth sporting teams.

Construction of the MRC was funded through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program which saw the Government of Canada commit to investing up to $17,817,302 and the Government of Saskatchewan provide up to $14,846,266 for project. The city was responsible for the remainder of the more than $44.5 million project.

“The Martensville Recreation Centre is a strong example of what can be achieved when government and community work together. With our federal contribution of nearly $18 million, we’re providing a facility that meets real needs — from supporting youth sports to hosting community events. This is a practical investment that will benefit Martensville for years to come,” said the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada.

“Investments like this help build strong and vibrant communities and strengthen Saskatchewan,” Minister of Government Relations Eric Schmalz said. “The new recreation centre and the events it will host will provide Martensville with the opportunity for economic growth, as well as many lasting memories among friends and family. This facility is not only an investment in Martensville, but an investment into the heart of this community.”
“We are incredibly proud of what our community has accomplished,” Kent Muench, Mayor of the City of Martensville said at the opening event. “It has been a long journey - from the initial conversations about the need for a new ice arena, to individuals committing to an expanding vision for the facility, building support, and advocating for this project. The MRC is a symbol of unity, progress, and opportunity, and we achieved it together.” 
Not only will the MRC position Martensville as a premier destination for sport and recreation across the region, Muench said it will also be a hub for community gatherings and cultural events, bringing lasting economic and social benefits to the area for generations to come. Today he thanked everyone who played a role in making the MRC a reality. 

“This facility would not have been possible without the financial support of our federal and provincial partners, the generosity of our donors, especially North Prairie and Canwest who have shown unwavering commitment to our community, and the tireless efforts of the volunteers from the Martensville Community Recreation Project,” Muench added. “We are also deeply grateful to Wright Construction for ensuring the project stayed on track and on time, and aodbt architecture + interior design for their work on the design of the facility, and, most importantly, our incredible residents for supporting this project from the beginning.”  

John Williams, CanWest President and CEO provided the land for the facility, valued at $5 million. 

“We are incredibly proud to be both a donor and a partner with Martensville on this fabulous project,” said Williams. “It’s a great addition to Martensville and the subdivision surrounding it Trilogy Ranch. Congratulations to the entire team that orchestrated the project!” 

The Martensville Community Recreation Project (MCRP), created in 2014 with the goal of building an additional ice surface in the community, raised over $4 million through the Lace ‘Em Up Campaign. Jesse Reis reflected on the MCRP’s initial goal, and the incredible facility that now offers the community so much more. 

“When I walk into the MRC, ten years ago seems like two minutes, said Reis. “When we started this journey, we were pushing for extra ice and now our city, our region, has something for everyone. A space like this is made for the whole community, and this is exactly what the MCRP wanted. A place for us to connect with each other. Although the push was a rink, the idea of this multipurpose facility, which at times seemed almost unattainable, was what we truly needed. Now we have a space to gather and share our stories. Our goal was to build a rink, our dream was to grow a community.”

Residents can learn more about the Recreation Centre and background on its creation on the City’s website at www.martensville.ca. For more information on amenities, retail opportunities, schedules, and bookings, visit martensvillereccentre.ca.  

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For more information contact:

Kent Muench
Mayor, City of Martensville
306-931-2166

Jesse Reis
Chair, Martensville Community Recreation Project
306-370-7202

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