25 Years in the Community
Celebrate 25 years of SLS Centre on July 10! Enjoy a fun-filled day of free drop-in PLUS a Community BBQ from 3:00 – 6:00 pm.
2001
The Beginning of a Community HubOpened as the Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, the facility welcomed the community with a single rink, Totem 1. Built with the support of the community, this marked the first step toward a shared vision for sport and recreation in Cochrane.
2004
Meeting a Growing CommunityAs demand grew, in 2004 the Centre expanded to include an indoor turf, double gymnasium, track, and gymnastics space.
2009
More Ice time addedIn 2009, two additional arenas—Totem 2 and Totem 3—were added, allowing more groups and Sport Partners to call the facility home.
2010-2015
From Space to ServiceThe Centre began delivering its own fitness, sport, and recreation programs, shifting from rentals to community-driven services. By 2015, all inclusive memberships were introduced, making health and wellness more accessible to everyone.
2017-2018
More Than Sport2017: A significant expansion transformed the facility with the addition of the Jayman Built Aquatic Centre and Curling & Event Centre.
2018: New & expanded fitness spaces, and a climbing wall.
Tenant areas strengthened the Centre’s role as a destination for the entire community.
2023
The Heart of the CommunityReflecting its evolution beyond sport alone, the organization was rebranded as the SLS Centre. With continued support from Spray Lake Sawmills, the Centre reaffirmed its role as a hub for connection, wellness, and community life.
2025 & Beyond
Designed for What’s NextReplacing the end of life turf to Sport Court opens new opportunities for sport and flexible programming. Purpose built spaces ensure the SLS Centre continues to grow & evolve with the community it serves.
