Federal support for the Alberta Velodrome Association will put world-class infrastructure into action for Edmonton's local community and Canada's high-performance athletes
Strong communities are built on spaces that bring people together to stay active, whether they are training for the podium or enjoying a weekend with family. Modern, multipurpose facilities are essential for promoting local health while also providing the elite infrastructure necessary for Canadians to compete on the world stage.
Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), announced a federal investment of $1,025,000 for the Alberta Velodrome Association. This funding supports the operation of the specialized Cycling and Triathlon Centre located within the newly opened Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre. The project is also supported by financial contributions from the Government of Alberta and the City of Edmonton, showcasing the power of collaboration.
The Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre is the first purpose-built year-round indoor triathlon competition and training complex in North America, housing a 50-metre pool, a 333-metre running track, and a 250-metre Category A velodrome. While the City of Edmonton operates the overall complex, the Alberta Velodrome Association manages the specialized cycling and triathlon programming that makes the centre a premier destination for excellence.
Federal funding through PrairiesCan will enable the Alberta Velodrome Association to:
- Put the track into action by managing day-to-day training programs and specialized analysis tools for both community members and high-performance Canadian athletes.
- Attract world-class competitions, including UCI-sanctioned events, that drive sport tourism and support Edmonton's hospitality sector.
- Provide elite technical tools, such as sport-tech analysis and precision timing, ensuring our national teams can train on home soil with world-class accuracy.
- Develop local talent by offering introductory programs that invite the public to experience the speed and excitement of track cycling in a safe, approachable environment.
