SASKATOON FACILITY GUIDE

1 Welcome to , your four-season with an destination! Saskatoon is a city of tremendous growth and innovation. Each year, visitors travel from across and from all over the world to experience Saskatoon’s natural beauty and sample its unique menu of festivals, cultures, dining, shopping and sport events; to experience open heart the spirit and character that is Saskatoon.

Saskatoon has a reputation for hosting memorable sporting events of all sizes. The city boasts incredible sports facilities, accommodations, attractions and restaurants. Saskatoon is capable of hosting events of and vibrant all magnitudes, from local tournaments to world class international competitions. The diversity of culture in Saskatoon is what truly distinguishes this city from all others. The community’s volunteer spirit is well known throughout the country for embracing an event, accommodating and visitor needs and ensuring a truly successful event. It is common for Saskatoon to break event records, energy setting the bar for other communities. Sports are at the heart of Saskatoon, from minor leagues to the beloved Western League franchise to the numerous events held in the city each year, attracting hundreds of volunteers and thousands of fans. Saskatoon’s sports Saskatoon scene is supported by a of competitive, world-class sports organizations, including Sask Sport Inc., the Saskatoon Sports Council and Saskatoon Sports Tourism.

Saskatoon Sports Tourism is a community organization dedicated to welcomes building the sports tourism industry in Saskatoon. If you are interested in bidding, planning or expanding a sporting event in Saskatoon, contact us today! We invite you to visit beautiful Saskatoon! the world Saskatoon Sports Tourism 101 – 202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0K1

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premium Introducing sports facilities Sports are exciting, exhilarating, electric. Sports inspire us, motivate us and let us believe in the impossible. They’re Saskatoon entertaining, terrifying and thrilling all at once. Attending an event at SaskTel Centre, you can feel the energy Sports Tourism of the crowd as they cheer on their favourite teams. Visiting the Saskatoon Sports Tourism has established itself as a leader in the Shaw Centre, you can witness some of the best aquatic sports tourism industry in Canada by developing an inventory of in the country as they perfect their dives and break experience through bidding for and hosting many of Saskatoon’s records. major sport events. Saskatoon’s sports facilities are home to some of the best in Saskatoon Sports Tourism’s experience comes from the advantage sport. Our athletes deserve state-of-the-art facilities to push of our 18-member Board of Directors. Each Director brings forth themselves even further to get to that next level. At this very specific expertise in a spectrum that ranges from marketing and moment, the next generation of Olympic champions might be communications, special event management, facility development putting on their cleats and heading to the SaskTel Sports Centre and operations. for their first soccer . They might be at the Physical Activity Complex wearing the green and white of Huskie Athletics. And All this experience has allowed Saskatoon Sports Tourism to provide they just might call Saskatoon home. services to local sport groups and sport partners to assist in the management of key components of sport events, through one-on-one consultations or group presentations to ensure the event achieves success. Some of our services include:

- Delegate/Visitor Materials - Programming Suggestions - Bid Development - Media Relations and Marketing Assistance - Community Listing of Events - Site Visits and Facility Information

Working alongside Tourism Saskatoon’s knowledgeable and passionate staff, Saskatoon Sports Tourism is ready to host the world!

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SaskTel Centre Physical Activity Complex (PAC)

Since opening in 1988, SaskTel Centre has been the venue of choice for major With 97 Canada West and 26 Interuniversity Sport (CIS) sport events in Saskatoon. Home to the Saskatoon Blades, the city’s beloved championships (and counting!), Huskie Athletics is one of the most dominant junior hockey franchise, and the Rush of the National university programs in the country. Home to Huskie Athletics and the College League, SaskTel Centre is Saskatoon’s premier sports arena. of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan, the Physical Activity Complex (PAC) is the home of university sports. The multi-purpose facility SaskTel Centre has continually invested in facility upgrades. Recent includes a wide array of activity areas to meet the academic, sport and renovations included the addition of 21 permanent private viewing suites on recreational needs of the University and surrounding community. the concourse. Over 800 lower bowl seats were upgraded in 2008 and in 2009 over 800 additional seats were added to the lower bowl. These renovations The 23,000 square foot tri-gym is home to Huskie Athletics and brought the total spectator capacity to over 15,000. Add a state-of-the-art teams. Over 9,000 students participate annually in numerous clock and video , new boards and glass at ice level, and a power Campus Recreation leagues and events delivered out of the PAC. ring display along the upper bowl and you have a first class sports venue ready to dazzle fans. Over the past decade the PAC has hosted numerous national events including CIS Volleyball and Basketball Championships, as well as non-CIS events such In addition to being a venue for marquis sport events, SaskTel Centre plays as the National Championship. host to large trade shows and big-ticket concerts. The arena level can be converted to 60,000 square feet of exhibitor space and has hosted such events as the Juno Awards and the Canadian Country Music Awards. Facility Capabilities: Basketball Volleyball Baton twirling Wheelchair basketball Facility Capabilities: Swimming Figure skating Rodeo Lacrosse Basketball Concerts Hockey Volleyball Tradeshows Events Hosted: CIS and Can West Basketball and Volleyball Championships National Wheelchair Basketball Championship Events Hosted: Table Championship IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship International Baton Championship Tim Horton’s Brier CIS Wrestling Championship Canadian Figure Skating Championship MasterCard Contact Info: NHL Pre-Season P: 306.966.1051 87 Campus Drive Contact Info: [email protected] P: 306.975.3155 kinesiology.usask.ca #101-3515 Thatcher Avenue sasktelcentre.com

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SaskTel Sports Centre Shaw Centre

The SaskTel Sports Centre indoor facility boasts a full-sized 69 x 109 yd The Shaw Centre is a state-of-the-art aquatic and fitness facility offering a artificial grass field, which is divisible by curtains to allow for more games new calibre of recreation, health and fitness opportunities to the residents to be played. An additional mid sized artificial grass field and a sport court of Saskatoon. field are also part of the complex. The mezzanine of this two storey 167,000 square feet centre allows an excellent viewing experience of every field. The competitive pool in the Shaw Centre is one of the largest volume The outdoor artificial grass fields stand as both and soccer fields, indoor pools in the world (holding 4.3 million liters of water), with a Myrtha and have bright overhead lighting, fencing, illuminated score clocks and stainless steel basin, which is used exclusively for high calibre swimming bleacher seating for up to 500 people. Outdoor courts events. The pool was designed to meet Federation Internationale du are a recent addition to the facility. Natation (FINA) regulations for hosting aquatic events.

This world class facility offers over 100,000 square feet of indoor field The competitive pool also features two one-meter spring boards; two space and 150,000 square feet of outdoor field space. The SaskTel Sports three-meter spring boards; and a three, five, seven and a half, and ten meter Centre features volleyball courts, 12 dressing rooms, fitness centre, circuit platforms. The scoreboard and video display, sponsored by the 1989 centre and walking track, large lobby, concession, deck and full service pub/ Jeux Foundation, is the largest installation for an indoor restaurant ample parking and wheelchair accessibility. aquatic facility in North America.

Additional features at the Shaw Centre include a six-lane, 25m Warm-Up Facility Capabilities: Pool, Family Pool with a waterslide, two tubs and a mushroom fountain, Volleyball Martial arts Football Hamm Fitness Centre and Walking Track including cardio and weight disc Dance Baton twirling machines, cafeteria, meeting rooms, and a multi-purpose room. Beach volleyball Badminton Indoor/outdoor Community and Lacrosse soccer special events Facility Capabilities: Swimming Diving Water Events Hosted: Soccer tournaments and provincial/national competitions Events Hosted: Kinsmen Football League Speedo Western Canadian Swimming Championship Don Narcisse All-Star Football Camp Senior Men’s National Club Championship Saskatoon World Cup Soccer Tournament Speedo Junior National Diving Championship Alpha Fight MMA/ Muay Thai Kickboxing 22U National Women’s Water Polo Championship Training Camp Summer National Swimming Championship Saskatoon Minor Blue Jays Camp Contact Info: Contact Info: P: 306.975.7744 P: 306.975.3400 122 Bowlt Crescent Bookings: 306.975.3423 [email protected] 150 Nelson Road soccercentre@. saskatoonsoccer.com

8 9 WINTER SPORTS WINTER SPORTS Speed Skating WINTER sports Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval The Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval offers an exciting change of pace for skating enthusiasts. You do not need speed skates to enjoy Without a doubt, Saskatoon loves to host winter sport events. From skating at the 400 m outdoor oval. There are different lanes for different curling and hockey to figure skating and speed skating, the city speeds and lots of room for every level of skater. The Oval is home to the comes alive in the winter. Located in the middle of the Canadian Saskatoon Lion’s Speed Skating Club’s long track speed skating program , Saskatoon’s long winters make it the perfect city for ice sport and has produced Olympic athletes such as . events. From the ’s Saskatoon Blades, to the Located in the Sports Complex at 11th Street and Avenue IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship and numerous pre-season R South, the facility features a modern warm-up building that lets you NHL games, Saskatoon’s passion for hockey grows each year. But lace up your skates in comfort. There is also a vending machine, change it’s not just hockey fans you’ll find in Saskatoon. The city has hosted rooms and public washrooms. This outdoor facility is open from late fall the Canadian Men’s Curling Championship 6 times, breaking the until early spring. attendance record during the championship in 2000. Whatever your winter sport, Saskatoon has the hosting experience to ensure your The Oval was named after the first coach of the Saskatoon Lions Speed event’s success. Skating Club, which is the longest running speed skating club in the country. The club has hosted national events at the Oval including the II & III and the Canadian Junior Long Track Speed Skating Championship.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3318 Long track speed skating we have 11th Street & Avenue R [email protected] the facilities, saskatoon.ca the people and the passion

10 WINTER SPORTS WINTER SPORTS curling clubs CN Curling Club Nutana Curling Club

One of four curling clubs in the city, the CN Curling Club is located in the One of four curling clubs in the city, the Nutana Curling Club is located in Montgomery Park area of Saskatoon. Originally built in 1939, the club was the Nutana area of Saskatoon. Operating from September to April, the club rebuilt in the 1960’s and has seen many improvements since then. The club operates men’s, women’s, senior, junior, open and mixed leagues on eight operates men’s, women’s, senior, junior, open and mixed leagues on five sheets of ice. When the curling season is over, the Nutana Curling Club sheets of ice with spectator seating for 220. becomes the perfect venue for weddings, banquets, dances and festivals.

The facility features a concession, locker rooms, free parking and a second Facility features include a concession and lounge, locker rooms, free level viewing area. The club has hosted regional playdowns, tournaments parking, spectator seating for 250, and additional meeting space. The and bonspiels for the last 75 years. Nutana Curling Club is home to two world events each year. The Point Optical Curling Classic each September is a Men’s Contact Info: event featuring 32 men’s teams. The Colonial Square Curling Classic each P: 306.382.3088 November is a World Curling Tour Grand Slam Event featuring 32 women’s 1602 Chappell Drive teams from across the country and around the world. cncurlingclub.com Contact Info: P: 306.374.2422 2002 Arlington Avenue [email protected] Granite Curling Club nutanacurlingclub.ca

One of four curling clubs in the city, the Granite Curling Club is located in downtown Saskatoon. The club operates men’s, women’s, senior, junior, open and mixed leagues on nine sheets of ice with spectator seating for 300. Open from October to April, the club hosts regional playdowns, Sutherland Curling Club tournaments and bonspiels in addition to the weekly league schedule. One of four curling clubs in the city, the Sutherland Curling Club is located in the Sutherland area of Saskatoon. Operating from September to April, As Saskatoon’s largest curling club, the facility features a concession and the club operates men’s, women’s, senior, junior, open and mixed leagues lounge, locker rooms, pro-shop and additional meeting space. The club on six sheets of ice. The club hosts regional playdowns, tournaments and also hosts learn to curl sessions aimed at increasing the popularity of bonspiels in addition to the weekly leagues. curling in Saskatoon.

Contact Info: Recent upgrades to the facility include renovations, restroom additions, installation of monitors and on-ice cameras. Additional features P: 306.653.2811 include a concession and lounge, locker rooms, free parking and spectator 480 1st Avenue North seating for 220. [email protected] saskatoongranitecurlingclub.ca Contact Info: P: 306.374.8400 141 Jessop Avenue [email protected] sutherlandcurlingclub.com

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Home to Skate Saskatoon, the city’s largest figure skating club, the ACT Arena Canlan Ice Sports – Agriplace features two ice surfaces for a multitude of hosts many of the city’s figure skating programs. With two ice surfaces available, winter sport programming. Mainly used by minor hockey and adult hockey the arena is capable of hosting a variety of winter activities and sports. The ACT leagues, the facility hosts numerous tournaments every year and has served Arena has hosted provincial figure skating championships and has served as as the practice facility for national figure skating events, due to its proximity the practice facility for a number of national Skate Canada figure skating events. to SaskTel Centre.

Municipally owned and operated, ACT Arena features two unique ice surfaces. Privately owned and operated, Canlan Ice Sports –Agriplace features two With no rink boards, Rink 1 is ideal for figure skating and short track speed ice surfaces (200 X 85 feet) that are available for rental to groups for private skating events. Rink 2 includes rink boards and seating for up to 400 spectators. and corporate events. Open from September to April, Canlan Ice Sports – The facility includes digital scoreboards and sound systems, concession, Agriplace includes seating for 300 spectators, a concession, locker rooms, meeting space and free parking. digital scoreboards and free parking.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3316 Hockey P: 306.955.3606 Hockey 107 – 105th Street East Figure skating 205 Apex Street Figure skating [email protected] icesports.com Ringette saskatoon.ca Broomball Short track speed skating Canlan Ice Sports - Jemini

Archibald Arena Canlan Ice Sports – Jemini is Saskatoon’s premier multi-surface ice sport facility. The facility hosts some of Saskatoon’s most popular hockey tournaments including the Archibald Arena is one of many indoor arenas in the city. Located in GD iconic City of Bridges Tournament. From novice to adult leagues, Canlan Ice Sports Archibald Memorial Park along Spadina Crescent, the arena is across from the – Jemini is ready to host! The facility is home to four ice surfaces (200 X 85 feet), South and the beautiful Meewasin Valley trail system. making it the city’s busiest arena!

Municipally owned and operated, the facility is open from late fall to early The Thirsty Penguin at Canlan Ice Sports – Jemini is the perfect place to unwind spring. Archibald Arena features many of the amenities you would find in after the game, or while the kids are on the ice. The Thirsty Penguin offers perfect most arenas including one ice surface (185 X 85 feet), a digital scoreboard viewing on all four sheets of ice, so you can enjoy your favourite beverage from and sound system, concession, free parking and seating capacity for up to the bar or fare from the restaurant. The facility also includes seating for up to 300 500 spectators. Mainly used by minor hockey teams, the facility also offers spectators, digital scoreboards and sound systems on each sheet of ice, locker additional programming such as learn-to-skate programs, public skating rooms, and plenty of free parking. times and unique events throughout the winter. Privately owned and operated, Canlan Ice Sports – Jemini also includes an in-house Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: ProShop, which offers skate sharpening in addition to carrying a full line of hockey P: 306.975.3313 Hockey sticks, blades, shafts, tape, lace and apparel. Equipment cleaning is also available. 1410 Windsor Street Figure skating [email protected] Ringette Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: saskatoon.ca Broomball P: 306.955.3606 Hockey 2301 Grasswood Road Figure skating icesports.com/jemini Ringette Broomball 14 15 WINTER SPORTS WINTER SPORTS

Cosmo Arena Gordie Howe Kinsmen Arena

Located at 3310 Laurier Drive in Confederation Park, the Cosmo Arena is one of Located in the Gordie Howe Sports Complex, the Gordie Howe Kinsmen Saskatoon’s popular municipal rinks. The facility has hosted national, regional Arena services the city’s West side residents. The facility offers a wide variety and provincial short track speed skating events and is open September to of programming including learn-to-skate, public skating and hockey March to accommodate both recreational and competitive athletes. The facility leagues. The arena is also home to the Saskatchewan SWAT, the city’s Junior offers learn-to-skate programming, public skating and plays host to minor A and B lacrosse teams. hockey games throughout the year. Municipally owned and operated, the arena is primarily used by minor Municipally owned and operated, the facility features one ice surface (185 X 85 hockey teams. The facility features one ice surface (185 X 85 feet), a digital feet), digital scoreboard and sound system, locker rooms, concession, meeting scoreboard and sound system, four locker rooms, a concession, free parking space, free parking and seating for up to 275 spectators. and seating capacity for up to 300 spectators. Kinsmen Arena is the perfect place to watch children develop their skills, be it with a hockey puck or a Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: ringette ring! P: 306.975.3370 Hockey 3310 Laurier Drive Figure skating Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: [email protected] Ringette P: 306.975.3310 Hockey saskatoon.ca Broomball 1405 Avenue P South Figure skating Short track speed skating [email protected] Ringette saskatoon.ca Broomball Lacrosse Rod Hamm Memorial/ Harold Latrace Arena Lions Arena Rod Hamm Memorial/Harold Latrace Arena is one of the city’s most Home to the Saskatoon Lions Speed Skating Club’s short track program, the popular arenas. The facility has hosted many national events, including the Lions Arena is home to the city’s best short track speed skaters. With a 111 m – Junior B Hockey Championship and the Canadian Ringette oval short track, complete with safety padding, the arena features exciting Championship. Harold Latrace is home to a number of Saskatoon’s minor speed skating from the fall to the spring. hockey teams, including the Saskatoon Royals (Junior B), Saskatoon Comets (female hockey), Saskatoon Aces (novice to midget), Saskatoon Blazers In addition to speed skating, the facility is set up for a multitude of other winter (Midget AAA) and Saskatoon Ringette. programs, including learn-to-skate and public skating. Municipally owned and operated, the Lions Arena features one ice surface (185 X 85 feet), a concession, Privately owned and operated, the facility features two ice surfaces locker rooms, digital scoreboard and sound system, seating capacity for up to (185 X 85 feet), digital scoreboards and sound systems, concession, public 500 spectators and plenty of free parking. and private locker rooms, free parking and seating for up to 1,200 (Rink 1) and 300 (Rink 2) spectators. Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: Hockey P: 306.975.3306 Hockey P: 306.978.8777 Figure skating 2205 McEown Avenue Figure skating 1347 Fletcher Road Ringette [email protected] Ringette [email protected] Broomball saskatoon.ca Broomball haroldlatracearena.com Short track speed skating

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Rutherford Arena INDOOR sports Located on the University of Saskatchewan campus, is open from mid-July to the end of March. Home to Huskie Athletics men’s Saskatoon has a variety of indoor, multi-purpose facilities and women’s hockey teams, the facility also sees extensive usage from the capable of hosting numerous events. With registrations on University’s Campus Recreation programs and public skating. the rise each year, soccer is Saskatoon’s fastest growing sport. Named after the University’s first Dean of Agriculture, Rutherford Rink was With premier indoor facilities such as the Henk Ruys/Kinsmen the first recreational facility on campus and officially opened to the public in Soccer Centre, Saskatoon’s soccer venues are always filled with 1929, with renovations in the 1980s. Owned and operated by the University of eager and enthusiastic athletes. The Saskatoon Field House, the Saskatchewan, the facility features many of the amenities rinks have to offer city’s indoor athletics venue, is the proud host of the annual including one ice surface (180 X 65 feet), digital scoreboard, concession and Knights of Columbus Saskatchewan Indoor Games, Canada’s only locker rooms, and spectator seating for up to 900. international invitational indoor track and field meet. From athletics to swimming, soccer to volleyball, the city’s indoor sports facilities Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.966.1051 Hockey are ready to host! 69 Campus Drive Figure skating University of Saskatchewan Ringette kinesiology.usask.ca Broomball

Schroh Arena Privately owned and operated, Schroh Arena is home to the Saskatoon ready to Contacts, members of the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League (SMAAAHL). Schroh Arena is the perfect place to watch upcoming hockey stars compete at the midget level. host the world

Available year round, the facility features one ice surface (190 X 85 feet), a digital scoreboard and sound system, public and private locker rooms, concession, meeting space, free parking and seating capacity for up to 800 spectators.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.933.4080 Hockey Lorne Avenue South Figure skating Ringette Broomball

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Saskatoon Kinsmen/Henk Ruys Soccer Centre Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre

The Saskatoon Kinsmen/Henk Ruys Soccer Centre is 97,000 square feet with four Home to many of Saskatoon’s water sport groups, Harry Bailey is an ideal sport court arenas. Recent upgrades to sprung flooring enhance performance practice environment for speed swimming, diving, synchronized swimming and greatly reduce injuries, ensuring safety for all competitors. Upper level and water polo. Scuba divers, canoers, kayakers, triathletes and emergency spectator viewing areas include bleacher seating and access to the full service, service personnel also find the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre to be a great all ages North Ridge Lounge. The facility also offers indoor community programs place to train and learn new skills. such as indoor playgroup and walking group. The Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre was the proud host venue for aquatic The Saskatoon Kinsmen/Henk Ruys Soccer Centre offers 4 fields. sports when Saskatoon hosted the Jeux Canada Games in 1989. The facility features a competitive 50 m pool with diving platforms (5, 7 & 10 m) and Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: diving boards (1 & 3 m), as well as a 25 m warm up pool. P: 306.975.3423 Indoor soccer Gymnastics 219 Primrose Drive Volleyball Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: [email protected] Table tennis P: 306.975.3321 Swimming Badminton Wheelchair sports 1110 North Synchronized swimming Lacrosse Roller derby saskatoon.ca Diving Martial arts Tradeshows Water polo

Prairieland Park

Saskatoon Field House Since its earliest days as a centre for agricultural excellence, Prairieland Park has evolved into a provincial leader in the development of trade shows, Versatility is the key feature of the Saskatoon Field House. In addition to being a conferences, special events, concerts, sport events and more! fitness and high-performance athletic training centre, it’s a great place to hold meetings, workshops, clinics, trade shows and sport events. With more than $16 million in infrastructure enhancement in recent years, Prairieland Park has become one of Canada’s state of the art multi-purpose The 48,000 square foot main field area can accommodate up to 4,500 people. The venues.. the 136 acre park features easy access, ample on-site parking and retractable bleachers adjacent to the main field seat 3,500 people. The 17,000 over 200,000 square feet of world class meeting, trade show, sport and square feet on the second level includes a weight room, fitness/dance studio, conference space. The facility is Saskatchewan’s largest all-under-one-roof multipurpose room and two meeting rooms. The fitness/dance studio has a trade exposition space. collapsible wall allowing it to open on to the hallway, providing a perfect space for convention trade shows and displays. Additional features include a cafeteria, dry Prairieland Park attracts more than 1.6 million people a year to various sauna and a steam room. events, creating an estimated economic impact of more than $100 million annually. The facility features indoor event space, an outdoor grandstand, The main field area features a 6-lane, 200 m track and is also equipped for tennis, Sports On Tap sports bar and beach volleyball courts and , badminton, soccer and basketball. All courts have fully extending curtain dividers. Saskatchewan’s premier venue.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3354 Indoor track and field Basketball P: 306.931.7149 Roller derby Wrestling 2020 College Drive Badminton Fencing 503 Ruth Street West Gymnastics Horse racing [email protected] Tennis Wrestling [email protected] Baton twirling Beach volleyball saskatoon.ca saskatoonex.com Chuckwagon Martial arts Volleyball Tradeshows 20 21 INDOOR SPORTS INDOOR SPORTS

Education Building High School Gymnasiums

The Education Gym at the University of Saskatchewan features one full Saskatoon’s high schools all feature gymnasiums for their athletic basketball or volleyball court (or two volleyball or basketball courts set up cross programming. These spaces are available for rent to supplement court) or eight badminton courts with seating for up to 800 spectators. Before your sport event competitive or training space. the Physical Activity Complex was completed in 2003, the Education Gym played host to a number of Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) championships Contact the school for more information on rental fees and availability. in basketball, volleyball and wrestling. Saskatoon Public High Schools: Once home to the University of Saskatchewan volleyball and basketball teams, – (306) 683-7600 the Education Gym is now the home of Campus Recreation events. The College – (306) 683-7650 of Education also features the Education Pool, a Junior Olympic sized swimming – (306) 975-3400 pool. The facility features a digital scoreboard and sound system, concession, – (306) 683-7700 locker rooms, fitness centre, meeting space and plenty of metered parking. Marion Graham Collegiate – (306) 673-7750 The facility also includes six outdoor regulation size tennis courts behind the – (306) 683-7800 Education Building which are available to the public. Collegiate – (306) 683-7910 – (306) 683-7850 Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Indoor Gym Rentals – (306) 683-8218 P: 306.966.1051 Basketball 28 Campus Drive Volleyball Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools: [email protected] Badminton Bethlehem – (306) 659-7900 kinesiology.usask.ca Wrestling Bishop James Mahoney – (306) 659-7500 Tennis E.D. Feehan – (306) 659-7550 Holy Cross – (306) 659-7600 St. Joseph – (306) 659-7650 Additional Aquatic Facilities Indoor Gym Rentals – (306) 659-7930

University of Saskatchewan – Education Pool Located in the Education building, this salt water pool (10 m X 20 m) is one of the training facilities for Saskatoon’s swimming community and is used mostly for swimming programs.

University of Saskatchewan – Physical Activity Complex This Junior Olympic pool (12.25 m X 25 m) is a salt water aquatic facility. In addition to swimming lanes, the pool features 1 m and 3 m diving boards.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Both pools: Water polo P: 306.966.1051 Speed swimming 87 Campus Drive Synchronized swimming [email protected] Diving kinesiology.usask.ca

22 23 FOOTBALL FOOTBALL football Home to the University of football and soccer teams, Griffiths Stadium is Saskatoon’s most popular football facility. There’s no shortage of football fans in Saskatoon. Whether With spectator seating of over 6,100, Griffiths Stadium features a it’s a Friday night under the lights with the University of regulation sized turf football field, with a surrounding eight lane track to Saskatchewan Huskies at Griffiths Stadium or a Sunday accommodate Saskatoon’s track and field community. afternoon with the at Saskatoon Minor Football Field, there’s always some football to be watched! Griffiths Stadium was proud to host the 2006 PotashCorp , High school programs, minor football clinics, and multiple the Canadian Interuniversity Sport’s men’s football championship. 2006 championships each year will keep the avid football enthusiast marked the first time the championship was held outside of since its inception in 1965. occupied for the summer. Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.966.1051 Football 87 Campus Drive Soccer [email protected] Outdoor track and field kinesiology.usask.ca

Saskatoon Minor Football Field

Located in Saskatoon’s historic Holiday Park neighbourhood, Saskatoon Minor Football Field in the Gordie Howe Sports Complex opened in September of 1960 and has since become a local landmark, attracting athletes and spectators from across the country.

Saskatoon Minor Football Field is the past and present home of multiple distinguished Saskatoon football programs, including minor football, high school football and . The field is home to the Saskatoon Hilltops of the Canadian Junior Football League and the of the Western Women’s League. Renovations in 2014 saw the installation of an artificial turf field. The Gordie Howe Sports Complex was completed in 2015 and features expanded dressing rooms, washrooms, concession, banquet space, and spectator seating for 4,500 people. a rich city with Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3200 Football Gordie Howe Sports Complex Flag football diverse and Avenue P South & Dudley Street Soccer eclectic gatherings saskatoon.ca Ultimate frisbee 24 25 BALL DIAMONDS

Ball Diamonds Bob Van Impe Stadium Bob Van Impe Stadium is Saskatoon’s premier softball facility. Operated by the Saskatoon Softball Association, the stadium is rated for Saskatoon summers are dominated by ball games. From softball Canadian and International events and features seating for 3,750 spectators, to baseball, midget to senior, there’s a ball league for every skill a media and interview area, VIP hospitality areas, on-site food and beverage level. Gordie Howe Sports Complex and Bob Van Impe Park hosted services as well as a facility management crew to ensure the diamonds are the 2015 ISF World Men’s Softball Championship, one of the most in immaculate condition. The facility is adjacent to Gordie Howe Field and successful summer events hosted in Saskatoon. There’s no better Glen Reeve Fields, increasing the size of the softball complex to 8 diamonds, place to spend the summer than at the ball park. perfect for additional games and practices during events.

In 2015, the facility was host of the International Softball Federation (ISF) World Men’s Softball Championship, which was widely considered to be one of the best run championships in the event’s history.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.229.8986 Softball Gordie Howe Sports Complex Avenue P South & Dudley Street saskatoonamateursoftball.com

making memories Glen Reeve Fields Operated by the Saskatoon Amateur Softball Association, the Glen Reeve Fields are the city’s supplementary softball facilities. Located in the Gordie to last a lifetime Howe Sports Complex, the Glen Reeve Fields have hosted events from the smallest softball tournament to world championships. Featuring six softball diamonds, the fields are rated for Canadian and International events. With a seating capacity of 90 per field, the Glen Reeve Fields feature player dugouts, home run fences, washrooms and plenty of free parking.

The fields host the Saskatoon Amateur Softball Association’s six softball leagues, in addition to hosting city tournaments and provincial championships. The fields were used as a practice facility for the 2015 International Softball Federation’s World Men’s Softball Championship.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.229.8986 Softball Gordie Howe Sports Complex Avenue P South & Dudley Street saskatoonamateursoftball.com

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Gordie Howe Field Cairns Field

Operated by the Saskatoon Amateur Softball Association, Gordie Howe Field is Cairns Field is Saskatoon’s premier baseball facility. With a seating capacity of Saskatoon’s second largest softball facility. Located in the Gordie Howe Sports 4,000, the facility features artificial lighting for night games, electronic scoreboard, Complex, the city’s multi-sport destination, the field is rated for Canadian and irrigated and groomed grass infield, eight foot outfield fence, clubhouse with International events. With a seating capacity of 1,780, the field features standard dressing rooms, concession, media press box, umpires room, warm up mounds amenities including field lights for night games, dressing rooms, washrooms, and a permanent batting cage. The field is designed to host competitive baseball free parking and an onsite concession. from the midget level to the senior level.

Along with Bob Van Impe Stadium, Gordie Howe Field hosted the 2015 Cairns Field has hosted numerous provincial, regional and national baseball International Softball Federation’s World Men’s Softball Championship. events, including Baseball Canada Cup, which featured the best young baseball stars from across the country. Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.229.8986 Softball Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Gordie Howe Sports Complex P: 306.975.3366 Baseball Avenue P South & Dudley Street Gordie Howe Sports Complex saskatoonamateursoftball.com Avenue P South & Dudley Street saskatoon.ca

Leakos Field

Located in the Gordie Howe Sports Complex, Leakos Field is one of the city’s popular baseball facilities. The facility is home to the city’s minor baseball programs and is busy from spring to fall! With a seating capacity of 500, the facility features an electronic scoreboard, newly installed irrigated and groomed grass infield, dressing rooms, warm up mounds and a permanent batting cage. The field is designed to host competitive baseball from the midget level to the senior level.

Leakos Field has hosted numerous provincial, regional and national baseball events and was the secondary venue for Baseball Canada Cup, which featured the best young baseball stars from across the country.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3366 Baseball Gordie Howe Sports Complex Avenue P South & Dudley Street saskatoon.ca

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Geoff Hughes Baseball Complex Nutana Kiwanis Complex

The hub of Pee Wee baseball in Saskatoon is the Geoff Hughes Baseball Home to Bantam baseball in Saskatoon, the Nutana Kiwanis Complex is the Complex. Owned by the city and maintained by the minor baseball program, place to watch minor baseball in the summer. Municipally owned and operated, the facility features three baseball diamonds with shale infields, home the baseball complex features four baseball diamonds with shale infields, home run fences and a clubhouse with washroom facilities, meeting room and run fences, concession and free parking. Each diamond has a seating capacity concession. Each diamond features seating for up to 40 spectators and for up to 50 spectators. The Nutana Kiwanis Complex has hosted numerous benches for players and coaches. provincial championships and bantam tournaments and all fields meet provincial bantam baseball standards. Open from late spring to early fall, the All fields meet Pee Wee (ages 12 & 13) national standards and improvements facility is home to Bantam (ages 14 &15) baseball throughout the summer. to the facility are on-going. The Geoff Hughes Baseball Complex is considered one of the best Pee Wee baseball parks in Western Canada. The complex Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: has hosted numerous events in the past, including the Western Canadian P: 306.975.3366 Baseball Pee Wee Championship. The facility is part of Gordie Howe Sports Complex, St. & McEown Ave. Saskatoon’s premier sports park. saskatoon.ca

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3366 Baseball Gordie Howe Sports Complex Avenue P South & Dudley Street saskatoon.ca

Kilburn Park Kate Waygood Park

Kilburn Park is Saskatoon’s Mosquito level (ages 9 & 10) baseball park. One of Saskatoon’s newest baseball parks, Kate Waygood Park is home to the city’s Located in one of Saskatoon’s oldest neighborhoods, the park has been an Midget (ages 16 to 18) league and hosts the league championship each year. A important part of the community for many years. Each year, Kilburn Park favourite past time in the summer, the best Midget players in the city spend their hosts the league championships at the Mosquito level. days at Kate Waygood Park, honing their skills and competing against the best.

Kilburn Park features many amenities for the minor baseball enthusiast. The Municipally owned and operated, the park features two ball diamonds, built to park includes four diamonds, built to Mosquito level standards with home meet Midget level baseball standards. The diamonds feature shale infields, home run fences. Also included at the park are seasonal washroom facilities and run fences, spectator seating for up to 30 spectators and free parking. a batting cage built by the Saskatoon Baseball Council. Each diamond at Kilburn Park features spectator seating for up to 40 spectators and covered Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: benches for each team. P: 306.975.3366 Baseball 907 Avenue W South Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: saskatoon.ca P: 306.975.3366 Baseball Kilburn Avenue & 4th Street saskatoon.ca

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Golf Dakota Dunes Golf Links Located on the historical Whitecap Dakota First Nation lands at the height of the Valley Basin, the Dakota Dunes Golf Links is an Saskatoon’s favorite pastime is golf. As soon as the snow melts, 18 hole, full service, natural masterpiece. The course is laid spaciously throughout you’ll find Saskatoon’s golf enthusiasts out working on their swing. natural sand dune formations and the indigenous grasses that surround With six public courses and one private course in Saskatoon and the its edges. Five tee deck yardages ranging from 5,100 to 7,300 yards remove the surrounding area, there’s plenty of opportunity to work on your short threat of being over-powered by today’s technology. Undulating fairways with game. The Dakota Dunes Golf Links, ranked best new Canadian course large greens will welcome shots of every shape. Whatever your ability to play, in 2005 by Golf Digest, is home to the Dakota Dunes Open - a PGA you will find the yardage and challenge to fit your game. Tour Canada event. This annual tournament features some of the best The Dakota Dunes Golf Links is the proud host of the PGA Tour Canada’s Dakota Canadian and International golf professionals. Whatever your skill Dunes Open each year in July. A field of 156 professional golfers from around level, from amateur to professional, Saskatoon has a golf course for the world come to the Dakota Dunes to compete for the championship. This you. award winning course was named Best New Canadian Course by Golf Digest in 2005 and was listed fifteenth on Golf Digest’s Top 30 Canadian Courses in 2013.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.244.8400 Golf 202 Dakota Dunes Way Whitecap, SK S7K 2L2 [email protected] beautiful dakotadunes.ca bountiful Greenbryre Golf and Country Club The Greenbryre Golf & Country Club is a 12 hole golf facility consisting of a north 6 and a south 6 course. Featuring water hazards on 8 of the 12 holes, breath taking this course will challenge both novice and professional golfers. The course is designed for those looking to fit in a quick round of golf before work and after and can be customized to be a 6, 9 or 12 hole round for golfers.

The redevelopment of the 12 hole facility features 5 main ponds with one providing an aquatic practice facility for hitting range balls. The new layout is surrounded by Greenbryre Estates, a 143 home development which features breathtaking views of the course.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.373.7600 Golf Highway 16 & Range Road 3050 [email protected] greenbryre.com

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Holiday Park Saskatoon Golf & Country Club

Carved out of the South Saskatchewan River Valley, Holiday Park is a 27-hole The Saskatoon Golf and Country Club is an 18 hole championship golf course. facility that combines natural scenic beauty with great golf. The Championship Founded in 1907, it is the province’s oldest fully private golf facility. Members 18 Hole Course is designed for an advanced level of play. The tree-lined fairways of the Saskatoon Golf and Country Club have access to the championship golf and manicured greens offer a variety of challenges that test your skills. The course, unlimited use of the practice facility, locker room privileges and food picturesque back nine contains some of the most enjoyable and demanding and beverage services. The club also provides tee times via the online booking golf holes in Saskatchewan. The Executive 9 Hole Course provides intermediate system. There are many options open for members to take part in golf groups level of play for golfers who want a quick round. Advance bookings can be including men’s and women’s nights, senior men’s and junior, in addition to made online or via phone 10 days in advance. many club events and tournaments throughout the year.

Holiday Park features a driving range, practice green, fully stocked pro-shop, The clubhouse offers a fully licensed restaurant for its members, in addition to coffee shop and licensed lounge. Golf club, pull cart and power cart rentals meeting and banquet space. The pro-shop features CPGA golf professionals, are also available. offering lessons and club fitting for members. Contact the Saskatoon Golf & Country Club to become a member! Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3325 Golf Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Avenue U South and 11th St. West P: 306.931.0022 Golf saskatoon.ca 865 Cartwright Street West saskatoongcc.com Moon Lake Golf and Country Club

This beautiful 27 hole Scottish Links style championship golf course will Silverwood Golf Course be an experience you won’t forget. A fifteen minute drive southwest of Saskatoon on the scenic Valley Road (Highway #762) leads to a facility Saskatoon’s only Par 3 18 Hole Course is excellent for all levels of golfers, quick that offers three different combinations of 18 which will challenge all rounds before work or after, or for tuning up your short game. Located on the aspects of your game. Each combination has a par 72 with slope ratings banks of the South Saskatchewan River, this unique layout matches scenery and of 125 to 136. Moon Lake presently holds the highest slope rating in exceptional course conditions with some of the best greens in the province. Saskatchewan, and follows the traditional Scottish links design with water Silverwood’s 18 holes provide golfers with unique options for their game. hazards, heavily mounded fairways and long native grass roughs. Silverwood Lake 9 has water in play for a total of seven of its nine holes. Silverwood River 9 has breathtaking views of the South Saskatchewan River A complete golf experience is what you’ll find at Moon Lake. Whether it’s from five of its holes. Both nine and eighteen hole play are available. the Heather, the Highlands or the Moors course, you’ll find natural beauty and magnificent playing conditions on 27 of Saskatchewan’s memorable Silverwood features a driving range, practice green, pro shop, coffee shop and CPGA holes. An experience that will keep you coming back again and again. staff. Instruction is available and golf club and pull cart rentals are also offered.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.382.5500 Golf P: 306.975.3314 Golf P.O Box 27003 3505 Kinnear Avenue moonlakegolf.com www.saskatoon.ca

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Legends Golf Club Willows Golf & Country Club

A simple ten minute drive North of Saskatoon will find you at the Legends The Willows Golf & Country Club provides a wide variety of amenities. A Golf Club and Lounge. Originating from the Warman Golf Club nine hole nationally recognized golf course, Il Salici Ristorante & Lounge’s upscale facility, the Legends offers all golfers a chance to experience a unique casual dining, meeting and banquet facilities, private function rooms, community feel with this professional 18 hole course. Surrounded by seasonal lockers & steam rooms and a fully stocked pro-shop are just some of expanding housing development, the Legends will become the new the amenities the Willows has to offer. Our 1950’s style ‘Red Barn’ provides the benchmark for Saskatchewan golf courses to achieve in service, beauty perfect atmosphere for any causal occasion. and style. The natural beauty of the course is complimented by a Southwestern style Unique to the Saskatchewan golf community, the Legends will remind clubhouse, open year round, and impressive spacious single family homes, players of what makes Saskatchewan golf great. With five tee decks ranging town home villas and apartment style homes. Combined with rolling hills, from 5200 to 7300 yards, players can decide exactly how strong their physical mature trees and scenic water features, The Willows offers a truly unique and mental strength is for the day. With rolling fairways, intimidating fescue, lifestyle at your doorstep. undulating greens and plenty of water hazards, the Legends will challenge you in every aspect of your game. The Legends Golf Club also features a The Willows Golf & Country Club is home to Saskatchewan’s premier 36 hole detailed GPS system, full sized practice green, chipping area and driving public golf course. Whatever your skill level, you will enjoy the challenge range which will enable golfers to brush up on their game. provided by the rolling dunes-style course. With four sets of tee boxes, beautiful lakes, silica bunkers and two signature holes, the Island Green and As the final putt drops, The Legends welcomes you to stop in at the the Xena Peninsula Green which are both surrounded by water, the Willows Legends Restaurant where reprieve or delight can be found on the spacious challenges both novice and accomplished golfers alike. patio while overlooking the golf course. The Restaurant features an assortment of lunch and supper entrees. Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.956.4653 Golf 382 Cartwright Street Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: willowsgolf.com P: 306.931.2497 Golf 415 Clubhouse Boulevard East Warman, SK golfthelegends.com Wildwood Golf Course

Many of Saskatchewan’s best junior golfers perfected their game at Wildwood, a challenging 18 Hole Regulation Course. Wildwood features irrigated, tree-lined natural fairways, leading to small undulating greens surrounded by a variety of hazards. This course provides an intermediate level of play which makes it popular with golfers of all ages and abilities. The installation of a modern irrigation system in 2004 has dramatically increased course conditions.

Wildwood features a practice green, a fully stocked pro-shop and a coffee shop. Golf club, pull cart and power cart rentals are also available.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.975.3320 Golf 4050 8th Street East saskatoon.ca

36 37 ALTERNATIVE SPORTS alternative Meewasin Valley The Meewasin Valley is an oasis of exceptional beauty in the midst of the Saskatchewan prairies. Stretching nearly 60 km, from Pike Lake in sports the southwest to Clarke’s Crossing in the northeast, the Meewasin Valley follows the winding curve of the South Saskatchewan River as it passes through the rural municipality of Corman Park and the City of Saskatoon. Mainstream sports not for you? With Saskatoon’s sport centric “Meewasin” is the word for beautiful. Perhaps no other word so aptly community, there’s no absence of fun and exciting sports to watch. describes this special piece of the South Saskatchewan River Valley. Within Like NASCAR? Every year, Saskatoon hosts the Velocity Prairie Thunder, its boundaries lie nearly 40 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, NASCAR Canadian Tire Race Series at Auto Clearing Motor Speedway. exciting culture and inviting trails. Whether you enjoy an outdoor hike, Tennis more to your liking? The International Tennis Federation’s learning about Saskatoon’s heritage or simply wish to stop and smell the Saskatoon Futures Tennis Tournament highlights up and coming wildflowers, the Meewasin Valley is for you. professional tennis players, many of whom advance to the Rogers Cup or the even the Olympics. Like the thrill of wakeboarding and the Named one of the Top 10 Greatest Hikes in Canada by Reader’s Digest Magazine in 2012, the Meewasin Valley Trail is home to a number of scenery of the South Saskatchewan River? Saskatoon has powerboats exciting sport events and festivals including the PotashCorp Fireworks and wakeboarding to appease your appetite. Festival, Taste of Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Marathon and the Subaru Saskatoon Triathlon.

Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.665.6887 Running Paddle boarding 402 Third Avenue South Biking Canoeing explore the natural [email protected] Hiking Kayaking meewasin.com Water skiing Power boating treasures and Wakeboarding hidden gems

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Wyant Group Raceway Riverside Badminton & Tennis Club

Wyant Group Raceway is Saskatoon’s premier auto racing venue. This 0.5 km Situated on the South Saskatchewan River in Victoria Park, the Riverside paved oval with progressive banking is owned and operated by the Saskatoon Badminton & Tennis Club is the province’s premier racquet facility. Recently Stock Car Racing Association. The raceway is located on Highway 12 just renovated, the clubhouse features a bar and lounge to relax in after games, outside of Saskatoon towards . The facility features grandstand locker rooms with showers, free parking, and a pro shop. A concession allows for seating for over 3,300 and 15 corporate chalets for guests to take in all the indoor dining as well as outdoor dining on the viewing deck. stock car action. Outdoors, the facility features nine regulation nova acrylic tennis courts, capable The facility has several racing classes including Sport Compact Mini Stock, of hosting provincial, national and international events. Indoors, the facility Pro Truck, Western Elite, Street Stock, Super Late Model and Thunder Stock. features six regulation hardwood badminton courts. The Riverside Badminton The racing lasts May to September with the premier event being the NASCAR and Tennis club has hosted numerous provincial and national tennis and Canadian Tire Race Series event, hosted each July since 2009. Wyant Group badminton championships at all skill levels. Raceway has also hosted the Canada Remembers Air Show, one of the most popular air shows in Canada. Annually, the Riverside Badminton & Tennis Club hosts the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) Saskatoon Futures Tennis Tournament in July. This ITF Circuit Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: event is a men’s entry level tournament for professional tennis players and P: 306.651.3278 Stock car racing enables them to earn points to qualify for Association of Tennis Professionals Highway 12 North (ATP) Tour events like the US Open and Wimbledon. wyantgroupraceway.ca Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.242.5584 Badminton 645 Spadina Crescent West Tennis [email protected] saskatoonriverside.com Saskatoon International Raceway Lakewood Indoor Tennis Centre

Saskatoon International Raceway is Western Canada’s oldest drag strip. Locally owned and operated, the Lakewood Indoor Tennis Centre is Featuring jet cars, alcohol funny cars and super stocks, the raceway is Saskatchewan’s largest indoor tennis facility, with six indoor courts operating Saskatoon’s only facility. Located 13 km South of Saskatoon on year round. Visitors at have access to men’s and women’s change Highway 11, the racing season lasts from May until September. rooms equipped with lockers and showers. The centre also features a clubhouse and pro-shop with a large selection of Wilson racquets, racquet stringing Owned and operated by the Saskatchewan Drag Racing Association, the services and accessories and plenty of free parking. raceway has played host to some of the sport’s biggest names while earning a reputation as one of the best organized and exciting places to race. Staff at the Lakewood Indoor Tennis Centre are certified coaches and instructors and are available for lessons. The facility has hosted provincial Facility Capabilities: Contact Info: and regional championships and events and operates leagues and tournaments Drag racing P: 306.955.3724 year round. Highway 11 South racesir.com Contact Info: Facility Capabilities: P: 306.955.2226 Tennis 1635 McKercher Drive [email protected] lakewoodtennis.com

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downtown hotels accommodations The Delta Bessborough, Saskatoon’s historic “Castle on the River”, is located With over 4,600 rooms and growing, Saskatoon has a wide range of between two city centre parks on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River. accommodations throughout the city. Saskatoon is fortunate to have Featuring 225 newly renovated guest rooms, this grand CAA 4 Diamond hotels that can host large groups for meetings and week-long events, railway hotel has long stood as the city’s most enduring landmark. Featuring to small groups looking for a place to call home while in town for a the Garden Court Café, Samurai Japanese Teppanyaki Restaurant and Stovin’s weekend tournament. As guests explore the nearby friendly and Lounge, the Delta Bessborough has something for every palette. The fitness facility features strength and cardiovascular equipment, swimming pool, vibrant neighbourhood of our city, they will feel right whirlpool, steam room and sauna. Located in the lobby, the Damara Day Spa at home making lasting memories in a city that is warm and open. offers a wide range of therapies and esthetic treatments.

Whether views of the river or downtown are desired, or proximity to Contact Info: the event centre is what you’re after, Saskatoon’s hotels are ready to P: 306.244.5521 deliver. With accommodations that feature a variety of on-site comforts 601 Spadina Crescent East such as restaurants, friendly lounges, spas and waterparks, guests will Saskatoon, SK S7K 3G8 deltabessborough.ca be treated to Saskatoon’s renowned hospitality. treat yourself Hilton Garden Inn to something Located in the heart of Saskatoon’s business district, the Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown is located across the street from TCU Place, Saskatoon’s Arts and Convention Centre and Plaza, Saskatoon’s largest shopping memorable centre. With 180 rooms, the Garden Grill & Bar and Steps Lounge, the Hilton Garden Inn is ready to cater to your every need.

Contact Info: P: 306.244.2311 90 East Saskatoon, SK S7K 3X6 saskatoon.stayhgi.com

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Park Town Hotel Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon

Situated on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, the Park Town The Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon is ideally situated downtown and Hotel is located across the river from the University of Saskatchewan overlooks the stunning South Saskatchewan River and Meewasin campus. The hotel features 172 guest rooms, meeting space and the Four Valley trails. Featuring 237 newly renovated guestrooms, the Sheraton Season Restaurant which boasts one of the finest views in the city. The Cavalier Saskatoon is the only hotel in the city that offers five dining Park Town Hotel is home to Finn’s Irish Pub and the Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club, options; Scarlett, The Express, 6Twelve Lounge, Carver’s Steakhouse and Saskatoon’s only comedy club. Slider’s Deck. River Country Water Park, Saskatoon’s largest indoor hotel waterpark, will entertain guests with two giant waterslides, large main Contact Info: pool, two hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. P: 306.244.5564 924 Spadina Crescent Contact Info: Saskatoon, SK S7K 3H5 P: 306.652.6770 parktownhotel.com 612 Spadina Crescent East Saskatoon, SK S7K 3G9 sheratonsaskatoon.com

Radisson Hotel Holiday Inn Saskatoon

Indulge in modern comforts like free Wi-Fi without sacrificing Old World Conveniently located across the street from TCU Place – Saskatoon’s Arts hospitality by staying at the Radisson Saskatoon. Located within an easy and Convention Centre – the Holiday Inn Saskatoon has 159 beautifully reach of Broadway Avenue, Midtown Plaza and the Art Gallery, appointed guest rooms, including 24 upscale suites and three penthouse the Radisson features upscale comforts in the heart of the city centre. This suites. The hotel features Canada’s first Hub at Holiday Inn food and beverage 19-floor hotel offers 291 well-appointed guest rooms, great views of the South concept. In the Hub at Holiday Inn you will find a restaurant, lounge, Saskatchewan river valley, an on-site BodyWorks fitness centre and an indoor e-gaming area with Wii consoles, café, Market 24 and an e-bar featuring four water park with waterslide. Treat yourself to extraordinary cuisine at Aroma iMac computers. The Holiday Inn Saskatoon features over 165 heated indoor Resto Bar before you enjoy the sights and sounds of downtown Saskatoon. parking stalls, pool, hot tub and fitness centre.

Contact Info: Contact Info: P: 306.665.3322 P: 306.986.5000 405 20th Street East 101 Pacific Avenue Saskatoon, SK S7K 6X6 Saskatoon, SK S7K 3X6 radisson.com/saskatoonca holidayinn.com

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Airport hotels

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Super 8 Saskatoon

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saskatoon is located adjacent Enjoy value and convenience when you stop in from your travels at the to the city’s downtown core and features 122 professionally decorated Super 8 Saskatoon. Located on the Trans-Canada Highway 16, the hotel is guest rooms. A free Express Smart Breakfast bar is served daily, just minutes from downtown and the Saskatoon airport. With just under 70 featuring dishes such as bacon and eggs, fresh fruit and cereal and rooms, this non-smoking hotel offers free wi-fi and parking. Guest will wake up baked goods. The Holiday Inn Express includes a swimming pool and energized and enjoy the hotel’s free SuperStart continental breakfast. This pet hot tub in a warm and brightly lit recreation area and offers a fitness friendly hotel features accessible rooms, large vehicle parking and is an ideal centre and 24-hour business centre. option for teams and visitors alike.

Contact Info: Contact Info: P: 306.384.8844 P: 306.384.8989 315 Idylwyld Drive North 706 E Saskatoon, SK S7L 0Z1 Saskatoon, SK S7K 3T7 hiexpress.com super8.ca

Sandman Hotel

Located just minutes from the airport, the Sandman Hotel offers four secure access floors with a total of 122 guest rooms including standard, executive, one-bedroom suites and Jacuzzi suites. The Sandman Hotel is home to Denny’s 24-Hour Restaurant and the Shark Club Bar & Grill. Guests have access to an indoor heated pool and whirlpool, a private business centre, free parking and a complimentary The James Hotel airport shuttle service.

The James Hotel is the first 59 room and suite luxury boutique hotel in Contact Info: Saskatoon and is centrally located on the banks of the South Saskatchewan P: 306.477.4844 River. Offering contemporary, spacious and thoughtfully designed suites, a 301 Circle Drive West team of professionals provide a fresh perspective on the guest experience, Saskatoon, SK S7L 2Y5 offering travelers uncompromised quality, comfort and a truly memorable sandmanhotels.com stay. All rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations and Keurig in-room coffee brewers. The James Lobby Bar is the perfect place to unwind with friends and admire the beauty of the Meewasin Valley. Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre

Contact Info: The Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre is a full-service hotel with 167 beautiful P: 306.244.6446 guest rooms and a superb combination of services and amenities to enhance your 620 Spadina Crescent East stay. Take advantage of our free parking, free Wi-Fi, fitness room, on-site Seasons Saskatoon, SK S7K 3T5 Café & Eatery, the Heritage Lounge, room service and 24 hour front desk. thejameshotel.ca Contact Info: P: 306.665.8121 102 Cardinal Crescent Saskatoon, SK S7L 6H6 46 heritageinn.net 47 ACCOMMODATIONS ACCOMMODATIONS

Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre Courtyard Marriott Saskatoon Airport

The Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre is as well known for its meeting Whether traveling for business or fun, Courtyard by Marriott makes all of your space as it is for its beautiful inner garden courtyard. Offering 250 spacious travels successful by providing exactly what you need; spacious, thoughtful guest rooms and suites, the hotel is the ideal place for meetings, sports guest rooms featuring the newest designs and services to help you be more groups, conferences or weddings. Amenities include an indoor pool, hot productive. Our 140 guest rooms are modern, functional spaces that allow for tub, fitness centre, 24-hour business centre, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The maximum productivity and comfort. Our Bistro and Starbucks are available spectacular indoor courtyard is home to the Garden Cafe & Lounge for your for breakfast and dinner, and our well-equipped fitness centre and indoor salt dining pleasure. water pool will help you stay refreshed and energized.

Contact Info: Contact Info: P: 306.242.1440 P: 306.986.4993 2002 Airport Drive 333 Aerogreen Crescent Saskatoon, SK S7L 6M4 Saskatoon, SK S7L 1S4 .saskatooninn.com www.marriott.comsaskatooncomfortinn.com

Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon Country Inn & Suites

The Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon offers 261 guest rooms, including Jacuzzi Located a short distance from the John G. Diefenbaker International suites, poolside and pool-view rooms. A business tower caters to the Airport, the Country Inn & Suites is a comfortable place to stay for any executive traveler and club floors offer security access, king size beds and visitors to Saskatoon. The hotel’s 76 rooms are beautifully decorated additional amenities. Visit Fixin’s Homestyle Eatery for its daily buffets, and feature an in-room coffee maker, so you can brew an invigorating Oscar’s Lounge for an after work drink or the Red Zone Premium Sports cup of coffee while reading a free newspaper to start your day. The Bar to catch the big game. Additional amenities include two indoor water hotel features complimentary Wi-Fi, business centre, free breakfast recreational areas with a 250-foot waterslide, two swimming pools, two buffet and free parking. hot tubs, fitness centre and a games room. Contact Info: Contact Info: P: 306.934.3900 P: 306.242.8881 617 Cynthia Street 106 Circle Drive West Saskatoon, SK S7L 6B7 Saskatoon, SK S7L 4L6 countryinns.com travelodgesaskatoon.com

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Days Inn Best Western Plus Blairmore

Welcome to the Days Inn Saskatoon, the perfect accommodation The Best Western Plus Blairmore offers a great combination of value, comfort choice for the business, family and leisure traveler. With 102 guest and first-class amenities. This 100 room smoke free hotel features a saltwater rooms available for your comfort, take advantage of our free swimming facility, state of the art exercise room, fully equipped business centre, Daybreak Café breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking and courtesy airport executive board room and more. Ideally located near the Shaw Centre, guests of shuttle. Enjoy your leisure time in our waterpark, featuring an indoor the Best Western Plus Blairmore will be treated to a delicious complimentary hot pool, waterslide, whirlpool and fitness centre. Tony Roma’s restaurant breakfast every morning and will enjoy free wi-fi and free parking is on-site to satisfy all hunger. Our welcoming and knowledgeable Contact Info: staff will strive to meet all your travel needs. P: 306.242.2299 306 Shillington Crescent Contact Info: Saskatoon, SK S7M 1L2 P: 306.242.3297 bestwesternblairemore.com 2000 Idylwyld Drive North Saskatoon, SK S7L 7M7 daysinn.com

Throughout Saskatoon Home Inn & Suites - Saskatoon South Best Western Plus East Side Welcome home! The Home Inn & Suites – Saskatoon South features 102 Welcome to the Best Western Plus East Side, where a restful nights’ sleep, beautifully appointed hotel rooms, with luxury furnishings and décor. The excellent service and premium amenities await. Located on Saskatoon’s east hotel is 100% smoke free and every room features an impressive list of side with over 100 rooms, the hotel is close to the University of Saskatchewan, amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable. With several The Centre mall and plenty of dining options. Guests will enjoy free wi-fi and room configurations to choose from and the option of full kitchen suites, parking, as well as access to an aquatic centre with a pool, waterslide and hot the hotel is perfect for an extended stay. tub. A 24-hour fitness centre and free breakfast will ensure you’ll never want to leave! Take a dip in the refreshing indoor pool, head down the waterslide for a bit of fun or simply sink into the hot tub for a relaxing soak. Guests Contact Info: also enjoy an extensive all-inclusive amenities package, including P: 306.986.2400 complimentary wi-fi and breakfast. You’ll feel right at home! 3331 8th Street E Saskatoon, SK S7H 4K1 Contact Info: bestwesterneastside.com P: 306.657.4663 253 Willis Crescent Saskatoon, SK S7T 0V2 homeinnsaskatoon.ca

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Ramada Saskatoon

Centrally located on a main thoroughfare, the Ramada Saskatoon allows for easy access to all major event venues. In 2010, the Ramada Saskatoon READY TO HOST THE WORLD completed major renovations, including the lobby, conference centre and all 144 guest rooms. The hotel features a full flight indoor driving range – The Ramada Golf Dome is available year round for golf enthusiasts to practice Saskatoon has a history of excellence in hosting major their swing. Hotel amenities include free parking, free Wi-Fi, swimming pool, whirlpool, business centre and room service. sporting events – small enough to be accessible, big Contact Info: enough to entertain. We have outstanding facilities for P: 306.665.6500 806 Idylwyld Drive North hosting world-class events and our fans are second-to- Saskatoon, SK S7L 0Z6 ramadasaskatoon.com none. Each year, our reputation grows.

Comfort Inn Saskatoon Sports Tourism is committed to attracting major

The Comfort Inn Saskatoon offers newly renovated guestrooms featuring pillow sporting events to our city. Hosting a successful event top beds, Truly Yours bedding, new wall vinyl, carpet, drapes and stylish bathrooms requires a team – and we’re eager to be part of yours. with new tile and a modern, granite vanity. All guestrooms include flatscreen , free Wi-Fi, coffee maker, hair dryer and iron and ironing board.

Contact Info: P: 306.934.1122 2155 Northridge Drive Saskatoon, SK S7L 6X6 saskatooncomfortinn.com

Quality Inn & Suites

The Quality Inn & Suites is conveniently located minutes from the John G. Diefenbaker International Airport, University of Saskatchewan, SaskTel Centre and the city’s bustling downtown core. The hotel features 101 spacious guest rooms and 9 long term suites. The casual ambience and award-winning food at Ricky’s All Day Grill and Lounge make the Quality Inn & Suites a popular desitnation.

Contact Info: P: 306.244.5522 1715 Idylwyld Drive North Saskatoon, SK S7L 1B4 saskatoonsportstourism.com qualityinn.com 53 You know your sport We know Sports Tourism saskatoonsportstourism.com