The Sandstone Outdoor Rink, located in the Sandstone MacEwan community in Calgary, offers two rinks for the enjoyment of families, friends, and grassroots sports enthusiasts. The recreational rink, without boards, provides a space for leisurely skating, while the boarded hockey rink with basketball nets is perfect for competitive games. Both rinks may close periodically for cleaning and preparation or for local community group activities, with notices posted in advance on the website.
Run entirely by volunteers, the SMCA rink crew maintains the rinks, as the City of Calgary is not involved in the upkeep of these community spaces. Those interested in joining the crew can contact the association for more information. Located at 99 Sandstone Drive NW and 355 Sandarac Drive NW, the rinks offer a webcam for visitors to cheque the current conditions. The Sandstone MacEwan Community Association website serves as a hub for news, events, and updates for residents of Sandstone and MacEwan.
Membership fees can be paid online, and past event galleries are available for viewing.
In addition to maintaining the outdoor rinks, the Sandstone MacEwan Community Association plays a vital role in supporting community programs, events, and development issues. Community safety, advocacy, and support for seniors are among the various topics that the association handles. The community boundaries include Sandstone Valley and MacEwan, offering a mix of residential options and access to outdoor recreation opportunities such as Nose Hill Park.
Supporting local businesses is a key focus for the association, with a “Buy Local, Support Local” mindset encouraged among residents and visitors alike. By working with the City's Neighbourhood Partnership Coordinators, the SMCA aims to address community needs and facilitate dialogue on important topics. Whether it's advocating for a new rink or providing information on proposed developments, the association remains neutral on most issues to best serve the community's diverse interests.