Don Ross Arena

The Don Ross Centre Arena operates from September until April. Bleachers provide seating for approximately 200 spectators in the arena, mainly utilized by Minor Hockey, Recreational Hockey, and Figure Skating.

The Arena is attached to the Don Ross Community Centre, which is equipped with meeting rooms and a gymnasium.

891 98th Street

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Starts mid-October

Free pre-school/senior skating

Wednesdays from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. 

Times are subject to change.

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Starts mid-October

Free noon-hour shinny

Mondays, from 12 to 1 p.m.

Players must be at least 18 years of age. Helmets, sticks, gloves, and skates are mandatory.

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Don Ross Community Centre

891-99th Street, Door #5

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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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Final Report 2025

Arena Feasibility Study

The North Battleford Arena Feasibility Study is a comprehensive analysis aimed at determining the best course of action to address an infrastructure renewal strategy for its current Arena.

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.

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.

Spring and Summer edition

Parks, Recreation and Culture Guide

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

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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.

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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.

Contact Us

City Hall
1291-101st Street P.O. Box 460
North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y6
306-445-1700
reception@cityofnb.ca

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