The Anzac Recreation Centre, located in the heart of Anzac on the western shore of Willow Lake in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, is a facility for sports and recreation. Developed and built by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the 112,000 square-foot Anzac Recreation Centre offers a wide range of amenities for residents and visitors alike.
The Centre features a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre, the Fort McMurray First Nation Group Indoor Running Track, an NHL-sized arena, field house, boardroom and meeting spaces, the Keyera Indoor Playground, and more. It is operated under the innovative leadership of the ONE Team of the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo, ensuring excellence in sport, recreation, and event experiences for the community.
The Anzac Recreation Centre has hosted significant events, such as the 2015 Canadian Ringette Championships, the 2018 Alberta Winter Games, and the upcoming Wood Buffalo 2023 Arctic Winter Games. The Centre is a hub for community engagement, bringing people together to connect, play, and stay active in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
The Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo acknowledges the traditional Indigenous lands on which the Anzac Recreation Centre stands, recognizing Treaty 8 Territory as the traditional lands of the Cree and Dene, and the unceded territory of the Mtis.
Membership rates at the Anzac Recreation Centre are affordable and accessible to all, with options for individuals, families, and students. The Centre also offers a one-week free trial membership for those who have not held a membership in over a year.
Facility rental rates are available for ice time, field house rentals, and other amenities, making the Anzac Recreation Centre a popular choice for events, parties, and group gatherings. Whether you're looking to stay active, socialize, or host an event, the Anzac Recreation Centre has something for everyone in the community to enjoy.