Ontario Construction News staff writer
The federal government is providing up to $8.75 million toward construction of the Ballantrae Multi Sport Complex in Stouffville.
The funding, announced through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund, will support development of a 240,000-sq. ft. community and recreational dome facility designed to provide year-round, weather-independent recreation, education and gathering spaces.
The complex is expected to be one of the largest community-oriented sports facilities in Canada.
Planned amenities include a FIFA-sized indoor soccer field,
Planned amenities include a FIFA-sized indoor soccer field, basketball and volleyball courts, pickleball and padel courts, a 400-metre indoor walking and running track, fitness and training areas, and batting cages for baseball and cricket.
The facility will also include multi-purpose community rooms, classrooms and flexible learning spaces, coding and artificial intelligence learning opportunities, sports medicine and wellness services, spectator areas and food services.
“[We are] investing directly in the places where Canadians run, swim, play and skate; today’s announcement in Stouffville will help get more Canadians participating in sport and expand opportunities to host world-class events, continuing to prove why Canada is the world’s best sport-hosting nation,” said Adam van Koeverden, secretary of state for sport.
Construction is anticipated to begin in 2027, with completion expected within approximately eight to 10 months.
The dome’s design is intended to facilitate rapid
The dome’s design is intended to facilitate rapid construction and allow the facility to be built almost entirely using materials
The Town of Stouffville announced a partnership with Mentana Group in 2025 to develop the Ballantrae Multi Sport Complex.
“This funding brings us closer to a year-round facility serving Stouffville and the surrounding region, providing flexible space for recreation, training and competition – from recreational participants to high-performance athletes,” said Mayor Iain Lovatt.
