Northern Edge Sport Expansion Project

10/12/2026

🎉 EXCITING NEWS FOR NORTHERN EDGE SPORT ASSOCIATION! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that at the September 10, 2026, Board Meeting, the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako approved $250,000 in Community Works Fund funding through the Town of Smithers to support the Northern Edge Sport Association Phase Three Facility Expansion Project!

🔨 This significant investment will go directly toward construction costs for our planned expansion, helping us move one step closer to creating a larger, more accessible, and inclusive recreation facility for the Bulkley Valley.

The Community Works Fund is made available to local governments through the Government of Canada, supporting infrastructure projects that build stronger, healthier, and more sustainable communities.

👏 A heartfelt thank you to Director Stoney Stoltenberg and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako staff for their ongoing support and commitment to this project. Thank you to the Town of Smithers staff and council for submitting this application. We sincerely appreciate your continued collaboration and recognition of the importance of investing in accessible, year-round recreation opportunities for residents of the Bulkley Valley.

As a nonprofit organization, we are incredibly grateful for investments that help us continue building recreation opportunities for generations to come.

Together, we're building more than a facility — we're building opportunities for our community to grow, move, and thrive! 💙

10/08/2026

🚧 Phase Two Construction is Well Underway!

Exciting progress is happening at Northern Edge Sport Association as our Phase Two renovation and facility upgradecontinues to take shape!

We’re looking forward to sharing this improved community space with everyone soon. Thank you to our members, families, staff, and community for your ongoing patience as we work through the final stages of construction.

This project has been funded through grants and much appreciated community sponsors! NESA is managing the project as a non-profit organization, with a clear goal: to invest in our community and improve and expand recreation opportunities in the Bulkley Valley for the long term.

These upgrades are about more than improving a building — they’re about creating more space, better infrastructure, and greater opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to be active, connected, and involved in recreation.

We can’t wait to welcome you into the upgraded space soon!

Building for today. Investing in recreation for the future. 💙

08/21/2026

Thank you to the Trails Charitable Foundation for your Platinum Level sponsorship toward the NESA Expansion Project! We truly appreciate your support and generosity in helping us grow recreation opportunities in our community.

08/07/2026

Fall Fair will be here in no time & the Rotary Club of Smithers needs you!! We are looking for volunteers at our food booth (August 27-30). We will pay your club/group for your volunteer hours - so grab a friend and sign-up.
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07/18/2026

☀️ Beat the heat and join us at the Town of Smithers Main Street Market today!

Come visit the Northern Edge Sport Association and see what's happening!

✔️ Explore our exciting expansion plans
🚧 Learn about Phase Two construction now underway and our vision for Phase Three
🎉 Win great prizes in the Bubble Dome
🧊 Cool off with freezies and bubbly water
📅 Pick up a copy of our Fall Program Guide – schedules are now available!
📝 Fall registration opens August 1st, so start planning your favourite programs.

👋 Meet the Northern Edge team and discover how we're building a year-round indoor multi-use recreation facility that will serve children, youth, adults, seniors, and families for generations to come.

Bring your family, stop by for a visit, and help us build the future of recreation in our community.

See you at the Main Street Market today! 💙. Northern Edge Sport Association Smithers Saltos Gymnastics Club

06/22/2026

Safety is a priority for Northern Edge Sport Association, and the trees have become a safety issue. The trees have been removed, and NESA will be offering a firewood fundraiser to help recover the cost of the tree removal. Please note that NESA is covering the cost of these upgrades through fundraising and grant writing. If you are interested in purchasing wood or making a donation, please contact Lara Collingwood. Thank you 😊

06/18/2026

02/07/2026

Did you know…? 🦖
The “dinosaur” HVAC system in the NESA facility actually began its life at Chandler Park Middle School before being moved to our building in 2005. While its exact age is a bit of a mystery, one thing is certain - it’s no longer meeting modern efficiency, air-quality, or programming needs.

Good news… we’re listening!

As part of the NESA Expansion Project (Phase 2), the entire HVAC system will be replaced with a modern, energy-efficient system in 2026, improving comfort, air quality, and sustainability for everyone who uses the facility.

Follow along as we continue to share updates about the expansion project . Northern Edge Sport Association Town of Smithers Smithers Saltos Gymnastics Club Smithers District Chamber of Commerce

02/01/2026

🎉 Big news! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that PHASE TWO of the NESA Expansion Project is FULLY FUNDED and scheduled for completion in 2026!

This phase will significantly enhance our facility by:
✨ Adding 900 sq. ft. of new multipurpose programming space through second-level renovations
🔥 Upgrading fire code safety with four new exits and an external staircase.
♿ Installing an accessible lift to better serve seniors and participants with diverse needs
🌬️ Replacing the entire HVAC system to improve air quality and energy efficiency throughout the building

Thank you to our community supporters and grant partners for helping us take this exciting step forward! 💙

12/13/2025

🌟 Help Us Reach Our $100,000 Community Fundraising Goal! 🌟

Northern Edge Sport Association is working toward raising $100,000 to leverage alongside major grant opportunities for the final Design Development and Construction Phase of the NESA Expansion Project.

Every contribution — big or small — brings us one step closer to creating a stronger, healthier, more accessible recreation hub for the entire Bulkley Valley.

💙 Your support matters. Your impact is real.
Northern Edge Sport Association Smithers Saltos Gymnastics Club
If you’re able, please consider donating and helping us build the future of community recreation.