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What's New at Masich Place Stadium
Masich Place Seasonal Closure
Masich Place Stadium will be closing for the season on
November 12, 2018.
The Stadium will re-open in Spring 2019.
Masich Place Stadium will be open until mid-November (weather dependent) in 2018.
Stadium Track Public Walking
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HOURS: The track opens at 6:00am seven days a week, but walking hours will vary depending on events scheduled for the day.
- On days with no booked events, the Stadium track will be remain open for walking until 9:00pm.
- Strollers and non-motorised mobility devices are permitted.
- Individual lanes will be designated for joggers and runners and walkers during public walking hours. Please observe all signs and lane closures.
For more information:
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Masich Place Stadium Events Calendar
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About Masich Place Stadium
Masich Place Stadium was recently upgraded to accommodate more local sports teams over a longer playing season and host provincial and national competitions. It also features an improved track that is available for public use.
Some of the Stadium's new or renovated features include:
- A re-surfaced rubber 8-lane track.
- One circuit around the track's innermost lane is approximately 400 metres.
- One circuit around the track's outermost lane is approximately 449 metres.
- Synthetic infield turf with a built-in shock pad and markings for FIFA and Canadian Football League (CFL) regulation-sized fields.
- Adjacent sports fields that include two natural grass, full-sized fields, and one practise-sized field.
- Consolidated areas for high jump, triple jump, and pole vaulting.
- Permanent, all-weather surfaced throwing areas with cages for shot put, hammer, discus, and javelin.
- A restored and repainted grandstand that includes improved change facilities. New seating will be installed later in the summer.
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Booking Masich Place Stadium and PGSS Sports Fields
Bookings are available for the turf infield or for the full stadium during the operational season. The Stadium can be booked between 6:00am and 11:00pm weekdays and weekends.
- Online bookings must be made a minimum of two weeks in advance of the event date.
- A $5 million public liability insurance policy is required.
- Security and cleaning may cost extra.
- Permit holders must follow Stadium rules and regulations.
- Time needed for equipment setup and take down should be included in booked hours.
Masich Place Stadium Regulations
To ensure safety and maintain a high-quality facility, all Stadium users and visitors and must observe the following regulations on the turf and track:
- Stadium users and visitors are expected to abide by all City bylaws.
- Shoes must be worn at all times. Only clean, regular running shoes (no metal cleats) are permitted.
- Only rubber cleats five (5) millimetres or smaller are allowed.
- Only water is permitted (no flavoured drinks, alcohol, or food) in non-breakable containers.
- No staking, spiking, golfing, in-line skates, skateboards, scooters, or bicycles permitted.
- No dogs or other pets permitted.
- No littering or dumping of debris.
- Sunscreen must be applied away from the synthetic turf field to avoid spills that may damage the surface.
- No line painting permitted.
- No removal of grass fibres or infill materials.
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on site.
- Only authorised vehicles are allowed in the Stadium complex.
Other Regulations
- Snow removal is not provided for regular bookings, but will be considered upon request and for special events.
- Snow removal is not guaranteed on synthetic turf and field access is restricted during snow removal operations.
- Excessive temperatures may result in field closure.
- Parking is permitted in lots adjacent to City-owned athletic parks and is not allowed in driveways, alleys, or on open green areas, or sidewalks.
- Be considerate of residents. Public disturbances and excessive noise - including vulgar language and honking vehicle horns - are prohibited. Noise permits must be issued for amplified sound.
- Please report any damage or vandalism to the City Service Centre:
Phone: 250-561-7600
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Common Questions and Answers
Using Masich Place Stadium
Are there any special regulations for using the Stadium's synthetic turf field?
Yes. The following guidelines are in place for to ensure the synthetic field is safe for users and to prolong its life:
- Users must wear clean running shoes (no metal cleats) at all times.
- No staking, pegging, or heating devices.
- Only rubber cleats five (5) millimetres or smaller are allowed.
- Only water is permitted (no flavoured drinks, alcohol, or food) in non-breakable containers.
- Sunscreen must be applied away from the synthetic turf field to avoid spills that may damage the surface.
- No removal of grass fibres or infill materials.
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on site.
Is the synthetic turf field available for use all the time?
No. The field must be booked ahead of time because it requires maintenance (e.g. grooming and levelling) after each use to ensure all users have a positive experience on a pristine field.
Will the City clear snow on the field in winter?
The City does not provide snow removal for regular bookings or public walking. However, snow removal may be provided upon request for special events in the late fall.
Snow removal is not possible over the winter or early spring owing to ice formation and potential field damage by snow removal machinery.
Can I drop in any time to walk on the track?
Masich Place Stadium is open seven days a week from 6:00am to 9:00pm for public walking. Walking hours may be impacted if the Stadium is booked for an event. Check the Masich Place Stadium Events Calendar for daily walking hour listings.
Is the Stadium accessible to all users?
Yes. Wheelchairs, strollers, and non-motorised mobility devices are permitted on the track and field. The grandstand also has an accessible ramp and viewing spaces for wheelchair users and its stairs feature railings.
Booking Questions
What does it cost to book Masich Place Stadium?
The 2018 hourly rental rates for Masich Place Stadium are:
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$40 per hour for Youth
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$80 per hour for Adults
Daily rental rates are:
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$166 per day for Youth
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$329 per day for Adults
Can I book the track or field separately?
No. Booking includes use of the full stadium on an hour or daily basis.
The City will be re-visiting the Masich fee schedules in 2019 to consider a number of items such as an additional option to book the track and field separately.
What's included with a booking?
Each booking will include access to washrooms, change rooms, and a concession as needed. City staff will also be on hand to provide setup and take-down services for goals, netting, benches, garbage cans, and general clean-up.
Is WiFi access available at the stadium?
Yes. WiFi is available for booked user groups upon request.
Can we use the concession or have food trucks on-site?
The concession is available for use with bookings while permissions for food trucks are currently under review.
All food services require Northern Health permits and must follow proper procedures for food handling. Food is not permitted within the grandstand, track, and synthetic turf areas.
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