Fonda Park upgrade project
Calgary Stampeders Community Flag Football Fields at Fonda Park
The City of Calgary, in partnership with the Calgary Stampeders Foundation Grey Cup Legacy Project, is planning new playfield enhancements at Fonda Park (1017 Fonda Ct. S.E.) to support the growing demand for flag football, one of the fastest-growing youth sports in North America.
Background
Fonda Park has been selected as the location for three new dedicated Class C flag football fields, to be known as the Calgary Stampeders Community Flag Football Fields. The project also supports broader City goals to improve access to recreation and make better use of underutilized playfields and park space across Calgary.
Jeromy Farkas, Mayor, City of Calgary.The new youth flag football fields at Fonda Park are a great example of what’s possible when strong community partnerships come together around a shared goal. With the support of the Stampeders Foundation’s 2026 Grey Cup Legacy Project and The City’s ongoing investment in parks and recreation, we’re responding to the growing popularity of flag football and creating more inclusive opportunities for Calgarians to get active and connect through sport.
Timeline
While detailed design and construction planning is still underway, the anticipated timeline is:
While formal public engagement is not planned due to the project’s fixed scope and alignment with GamePlan and Connect: Calgary’s Parks Plan policies, the City is committed to proactive communication with community members.
Benefits
- Replacement of the underutilized baseball diamond and existing soccer amenities with three Class C flag football fields
- Irrigation repairs and upgrades following field conversion
*No changes planned to the skatepark or playground
Fonda Park upgrade
Budget
Estimated total budget: $1.65 million funded via:
- The Grey Cup Legacy Fund: $500,000
- Parks and Playgrounds Amenities program: $150,000
- Recreation & Social Programs capital funding: $1,000,000
GamePLAN
This project supports GamePLAN by improving access to recreation in an underserved area and making better use of existing park space. By upgrading and repurposing underutilized fields, the project helps reduce barriers, respond to growing demand and create more flexible opportunities for community sport.
Learn more about GamePLAN
About the Stampeders Foundation
The Stampeders Foundation is the charitable arm of the Calgary Stampeders Football Club, which is dedicated to creating a healthier and brighter community for Calgarians and Albertans. Established in 2012, the Foundation consolidates and strengthens the club’s many charitable endeavours, enabling the organization to build upon its long-standing commitment to the community.
The Stampeders Foundation is centered upon the support of amateur and grassroots football in Calgary and southern Alberta communities, while also supporting a number of health and education initiatives through player involvement and in-game programming.
While formal public engagement is not planned due to the project’s fixed scope and alignment with GamePlan and Connect: Calgary’s Parks Plan policies, the City is committed to proactive communication with community members.