THE City of Delta, in partnership with the Delta School District and Province of British Columbia, celebrated the grand opening of the new track and infield at Delta Secondary School.
Alongside students from Delta Secondary and elementary schools around Ladner, Delta Council was joined by Surrey-City Centre MLA Amna Shah, Delta South MLA Ian Paton, as well as Delta School Trustees and representatives from Tsawwassen First Nation, to officially open the upgraded track and field facility.
In the spirit of “hitting the ground running,” students participated in a baton relay on the newly installed surface to display the track in full use and symbolize the handing down of the new track to future generations.
The opening marks the completion of a year-long construction process, the final phase of which included the installation of the new synthetic surface of the track. Throughout the installation period, the newly laid sod infield was given an opportunity to fully establish, ensuring its endurance for usage year-round. Along with the new grass infield, sized for soccer and rugby, and six-lane synthetic surface running track the facility also features:
- New combination rugby and soccer goals
- Two long jump runways and pits, configured to facilitate para-athletes
- New irrigation and drainage system
- Track perimeter lighting
- Hard surface pedestrian connection to Memorial Park from 45 Avenue
Work began on track and field reconstruction in June 2024, with a temporary asphalt track available for public use through the winter. Installation of the synthetic running surface resumed at the beginning of April and was completed at the end of May. The Province of British Columbia’s Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs – Growing Communities Fund provided $5 million for the track’s upgrades.
The timing of the track’s opening in anticipation of the beginning of summer allows the public to utilize both the running surface and green space for a variety of outdoor activities.
“Investments in amenities like these support our vibrant, growing community as we build more housing for people in Delta. Whether it’s elite athletics or general health and wellness, people will have more opportunities to stay active and get outdoors. I’m pleased our government is partnering with the City of Delta and Delta School District on this project,” said Ravi Kahlon, Delta North MLA and Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs.
“This beautiful new track and field is a wonderful amenity for both the school and public. By updating and maintaining these essential community spaces, we provide important resources for everyone to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. We are grateful to help establish another high-quality facility that can be used for decades to come. I want to thank the Delta School District and the Province of BC for their partnership on another critical project,” said Delta Mayor George V. Harvie.
“We’re thrilled to have this new track at Delta Secondary. This isn’t just an upgrade to a facility – it’s a powerful investment in the health, well-being, and future of our youth. We know how vital physical activity is for both body and mind, and this new space will inspire movement, connection, and community pride. A heartfelt thank you to the Province and the City of Delta for making this vision a reality—not just for our students, but for the entire Delta community,” said Joe Muego, Chair, Delta Board of Education.
To learn more about the Delta Secondary School Track Replacement Project, visit letstalk.delta.ca/DSSTrack.
