Surrey, BC – The City of Surrey has officially opened its newest recreational landmark, the Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex, a modern, inclusive facility designed to meet the growing needs of the community.
The complex features two NHL-sized ice rinks, each equipped with four full-size team dressing rooms, two officials’ rooms, and over 200 spectator seats. It’s also fully accessible for para ice hockey and other adaptive sports. Visitors can enjoy skate and helmet rentals, skate sharpening, and on-site food services. In addition to the ice surfaces, the facility includes three multipurpose rooms, a meeting room, and wheelchair-accessible viewing areas.
“Cloverdale is growing rapidly, and this new complex delivers the inclusive, accessible and high-quality recreational spaces that families have been waiting for,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “The Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex will serve as a true community hub and premier sporting facility, supporting residents of all ages and helping to develop young athletes for years to come.”
The new facility offers programs ranging from ice hockey and figure skating to public lessons and dry-floor sports like lacrosse and ball hockey during the summer months. A new parking lot with accessible stalls, EV charging stations, and a pickup/drop-off zone ensures easy access for families and athletes alike.
“Surrey is one of the fastest growing cities in British Columbia and residents here deserve the chance to skate,” said Premier David Eby. “This new state-of-the-art facility will make it possible for more people to enjoy the benefits of staying active, playing sports and connecting with their community. This is all part of our government’s work to build B.C. and ensure our growing communities have the infrastructure they need to thrive.”
To meet increasing demand, construction on a third NHL-sized ice sheet is set to begin later this year, with completion expected by 2027. The addition will expand Surrey’s ice capacity and strengthen the city’s sports infrastructure.
“This new facility in Surrey is a great place where families can connect, young athletes can grow and the community can come together,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. “It’s more than ice and infrastructure; it’s our government’s promise to invest in building stronger, healthier, and more inclusive communities for generations to come.”
“The Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex is a game-changer for Surrey’s sport tourism landscape,” added Councillor Gordon Hepner, Chair of the Parks, Recreation & Sport Tourism Committee. “It gives local athletes the home ice they deserve, attracts tournaments, and delivers real economic benefits to our city.”
The total approved budget for the project is $132.8 million, including $70.2 million in funding from the Province of British Columbia through the Growing Communities Fund under the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs.
The Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex stands as a proud symbol of Surrey’s continued growth, community spirit, and investment in healthy, active living.