Belmont Fieldhouse and Library
Belmont Fieldhouse and Library
We are building a community fieldhouse and public library at the Belmont Civic Site, located in the community of Belmont near the intersection of Creekside Blvd. S.W. and 210 Avenue S.W. The facility will include a library, multi-sport rectangular field and supporting amenities such as dressing rooms, gender neutral washrooms and a field viewing area. It will form part of a community hub that will include a future multi-amenity recreation facility, if future funding allows.
Image courtesy of GEC Architecture.
Latest update
Belmont Avenue S.W. road closure – work complete
We are pleased to share that the deep utility work on Belmont Ave. S.W. has been completed and the road is now open to traffic. Thank you to the community for your patience throughout this work.
Please note that some sidewalk restoration work on the south side of Belmont Ave. S.W. remains ongoing. We appreciate your patience while this final work is completed.
We will continue to update this page with information on any upcoming traffic impacts. Thank you for your continued support.
Construction progress photos
Project background
According to the Statistics Canada, Calgary grew 6% in 2023 — an increase of approximately 96,000 — bringing the total population to 1,682,509. As the city continues to grow, it is in need of library space and indoor multi-use recreation spaces for year-round opportunities to learn, practice, play and compete.
In 2021, as part of the Council-approved Revised Capital Investment Strategy (C2021-0911), The City received funding approval for a range of recreation opportunities throughout the city including a multi-use fieldhouse in the Belmont community.
This project also supports the Library Services plan and budget 2023-2026 initiative to increase quality of life for Calgarians by building four new library service locations in the coming years.
In 2022, funding to support a new library facility in Belmont was provided through the Calgary Public Library Investment Program.
This joint project in partnership with Calgary Public Library is only the beginning of the Belmont Civic Site. The site will provide access to recreation and social gathering spaces which will support cultural, fitness, leisure and sports activities contributing to Calgarians’ overall social well-being.
The City of Calgary will operate the fieldhouse and the Calgary Public Library will operate the library.
Design
The fieldhouse will be approximately 118,000 square feet and will include:
- a multi-sport artificial turf field
- field viewing areas
- an administration office
- dressing rooms
- gender neutral washrooms
The library will be approximately 10,000 square feet and will include:
- public meeting rooms
- open seating areas
- a children’s library
- outdoor learning space
- collections shelving
- staff workspaces
*Please credit GEC Architecture if distributed.
Project timeline
Benefits
Library and recreation infrastructure is vital for vibrant communities
Promotes health and well-being and enhancing quality of life.
Facilities will serve as community hubs
They offer spaces for people to gather, socialize, and build strong community bonds, fostering a sense of identity and pride.
Creating well-designed recreation infrastructure
Ensuring people of all ages and abilities can engage in active and creative living, promoting inclusivity.
Increasing community engagement and vigilance
Active and well-used public spaces can reduce crime and vandalism.
Attract visitors, create jobs and boost the local economy
Recreation facilities attract visitors through events and tourism.
Quality-of-life improvements
Based on expected visits, the Belmont Fieldhouse is projected to support $422,000 in annual healthcare cost-avoidance and quality-of-life improvements.
Libraries offer learning opportunities and inspiration
The Calgary Public Library sees nearly seven million visits annually and has over 750,000 active members.
Focal point of activity in the community
It will provide a wide range of programs and services to meet social, recreational and cultural needs.
Impact
Capital investment in this project will contribute $34.8 million to Calgary’s gross domestic product (GDP).
This project will generate 324 full-time equivalent jobs during project design and delivery.
Project funding
The estimated cost for the fieldhouse and library is $71.8 million.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the work being completed, please email us at belmontfieldhouselibrary@calgary.ca.
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