Nestled in the heart of downtown, Civic Plaza serves as Coaldale’s community living room and is designed to bring residents together across all seasons.
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On Friday, February 21st, the Town of Coaldale held a ribbon cutti
Nestled in the heart of downtown, Civic Plaza serves as Coaldale’s community living room and is designed to bring residents together across all seasons. In the spring and summer months, the space will come alive with markets, festivals, concerts, and outdoor performances, not to mention the Town’s ever-growing Summer Fest. During the fall and winter months, meanwhile, a state-of-
the-art refrigeration system will transform the Plaza into a community ice rink—a perfect setting for family skates, holiday celebrations, cozy winter evenings under the lights, and the Town’s newly inaugurated Winter Fest. The Plaza also features natural gas fire pits, seating areas, picnic tables, public restrooms, and a concession stand, making it a true extension of home for the entire community.
“For over a year, we’ve been planning and anticipating the day when this space would officially open. Today, that vision is realized,” said Mayor Van Rijn. “Civic Plaza is more than just a public square—it’s a place where neighbors can meet, families can gather, and where the community can come together to celebrate, reflect, and enjoy everything our Town has to offer.”
Bringing the Plaza to life was a group effort, with financial and/or in-kind support coming from the Government of Canada’s Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF), Shift Real Estate Investments, and ATCO Gas. Another important contributor to the project was the Yip Family, whose generous land donation played a key role in making the Plaza possible.
“On behalf of Coaldale Town Council, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making Civic Plaza a reality”, said van Rijn. “From those who provided financial support to those who donated resources and land, your generosity and dedication have been instrumental in bringing this vision to life. This space will serve as Coaldale’s community living room for generations to come, offering a welcoming place for residents to gather, connect, and create lasting memories.”
To learn more about Civic Plaza, including about upcoming events and programming, please visit: https://www.coaldale.ca/civic-plaza.