Access Communications Centre | City of North Battleford

1902 104th Street

Welcome to the Access Communications Centre – the ultimate venue for year‑round ice action. Whether you’re chasing the thrill of hockey or the elegance of figure skating, our state‑of‑the‑art facility delivers unmatched performance, comfort, and excitement.

1902 104th street

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Up-Coming events

Feb 23
Free Drop in Noon Hour Shinny - Don Ross Arena 12 to 1 p.m. This is a drop in non-supervised activity, ages 18 and older. Bring your own equipment; helmets are mandatory.
Feb 24
Free Drop in Noon Hour Shinny - Access Communications Centre Bring your own equipment. Helmets are mandatory, this is a non-supervised activity.
Feb 25
Free Drop in Noon Hour Shinny - Access Communications Centre Bring your own equipment. Helmets are mandatory, this is a non-supervised activity.
Feb 25
Free Pre-School and Senior Skating ACC A great opportunity for children and caregivers to enjoy a quiet slower paced environment, with no sticks or pucks on the ice. These sessions are unsupervised.
Feb 26
Free Pre-School and Senior Skating A great opportunity for children and caregivers to enjoy a quiet, slower paced environment, with no sticks or pucks on the ice. These sessions are unsupervised.

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A Versatile Venue, All Year Round

When the ice thaws, the Access Communications Centre transforms into a versatile hub for a variety of community events. It's the perfect setting for:

Concerts
Dances
The annual Kinsmen Indoor Rodeo
Pow Wows
The Shrine Circus
and many more local gatherings!

Additionally, the upper auditorium is available for smaller, more intimate events like banquets and private functions.

A summer aerial view of the front of the Access Communications Centre.

Arena information

The Access Communications Centre is the proud home of the Battlefords North Stars of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. This arena features a spacious 200 by 85 foot ice surface, complete with 8 foot seamless glass for an unobstructed view. With seating for 2,500 spectators, it's the ideal spot to cheer on your favourite team.

Beyond hockey, Skate Battlefords also offers its programming here and at other local rinks.

Programs

Starts after Thanksgiving weekend

Free public skating

Saturdays from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m.

Times are subject to change.

Starts mid-October

Free noon-hour shinny

Tuesday to Friday from 12 to 1 p.m.

Players must be 18 years or older. Helmets, sticks, gloves, and skates are mandatory.

Rentals

If you're interested in renting the Access Communications Centre for an event or have any questions about our programs, don't hesitate to contact our Central Booking Office.

Email or call, 306-445-1755

Arena Rental Rates

Contact us

Gord Whitton

Parks and Arena Manager

Email or phone 306-445-9433

Thank you to the following service clubs for sponsoring the public skating programs:

North Battleford Lions Club
Kiwanis Club of the Battlefords
North Battleford Kinsmen Club
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70
NorthWEST Hockey Development
Rotary Club of the Battlefords
North Battleford Elks Club
St. Joseph's Knights of Columbus #7336

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Apply to volunteer or to join the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Looking to get involved?

Volunteer – help run fun activities for the community.
Advisory Committee – work to involve residents in sports, culture, and recreation by supporting non‑profits. Grant funds must fund programs that boost participation for under‑represented groups.

Apply online

Battlefords River Valley

Master Plan

This document strives to address the current and future needs
of the users, and renews the commitment to environmentally responsible development and protection of this urban park.

See the river valley plan

Battlefords

Joint Parks & Recreation Master Plan

This State of Parks and Recreation in the Battlefords Region Report summarizes project research work and public engagement findings.

See the joint plan

Winter Edition

Parks, Recreation and Culture Guide

Thank you to BATC Community Development Corporation for providing funding for the Parks, Recreation and Culture guides.

Leisure Guide Winter 2026

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Administrative Procedure

Patron Code of Conduct

This code of conduct provides a procedural outline to address prohibited behaviour in City-owned facilities.

Patron Code of Conduct

2024 to 2040

Urban Forest Management Plan

Trees are a vital part of North Battleford’s infrastructure. They improve our environment, support
the economy, bring social benefits, and help the city adapt to climate change.

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