Winnipeg, MB – Today, the City of Winnipeg and Louis Riel School Division officially opened a new 400-metre, four-lane, rubberized outdoor running track at Victor Mager School.
“I’m happy to see the new outdoor running track at Victor Mager School finally opened to the public today,” said Mayor Brian Bowman. “The City of Winnipeg’s investment into the facilities at Dakota Collegiate and the track at Victor Mager School represent an investment in healthy living at community spaces that will be enjoyed for many years to come.”
“I have been a runner for more than 40 years, and I am extremely proud to open this new facility in St Vital,” said Brian Mayes, Councillor for St. Vital. “This is the first new 400m rubberized track in Winnipeg since 1967, and it will benefit both competitive and recreational runners.”
“Our beautiful new running track here at Victor Mager School offers more access to healthy living activities and opportunities for our students and community members,” said Troy Reinhardt, Victor Mager School principal. “Our school is excited to host events, encourage physical activity, and be a leader in promoting healthy living for students, families, and community members in the Louis Riel School Division.”
"Athletics Manitoba is thrilled to have this new rubberized training facility in the city,” said Alanna Boudreau, Athletics Manitoba executive director. “We sincerely applaud the work and dedication to this project. It will not only be a legacy for the youth in this community but it will benefit the athletics community as a whole for years to come."
The City of Winnipeg provided $500,000 of funding from the 2018 operating budget through a neighbourhood revitalization grant and $300,000 from St. Vital ward land dedication reserve.
The new running track at Victor Mager School complements recent improvements made to athletic facilities across the street at Dakota Collegiate completed in 2018, including an artificial turf field, an outdoor basketball court, and cricket batting cage.