Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) Open to Community Members

Chet kw’enmantúmi (we thank you) to all the community members who attended the Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ grand opening event on June 20^th.

We are pleased to announce that Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) is open. There are a few drop-in activities taking place in Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ this summer including pickleball, floor hockey, and tennis.

There’s open floor time for community members during the weekdays from July 2 to August 25. You can bring your equipment or sign it out at CJMC.

Open floor time:

When: Monday to Friday

Time: 10 am – 4 pm

Where: 98 Capilano Road, West Vancouver

Please note, the open floor time and dates are subject to change.

For more information about programs, please read the Recreation Summer program guide.

For inquiries and bookings of the facility, please email play@squamish.net

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What to know about the Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place)

There’s a digital scoreboard that can be customized for any sport, and a sound system with wireless microphones. It has a roof, lights –and seating for approximately 374 people (bleachers), with more room for standing around the boards. The concrete floor is the official National Lacrosse League size.

A field house is located next-door with seven all gender washroom stalls and two change rooms with washrooms. An outdoor basketball court is built on the side of the building. Additional parking spots and electric car charging spots will be available for community members.

Weekday Hours (Monday to Friday): 8:00 am – 10:00 pm

Weekend Hours (Saturday to Sunday): Hours will vary depending on games and events.

The hours of operation are the same as the Chief Joe Mathias Centre (CJMC) hours. You can bring your own equipment or sign-in and sign-out equipment from CJMC.

Community members will have the opportunity to use the Multi-purpose recreation building during “open floor” time.

Open floor time:

When: Monday to Friday

Time: 10 am – 4 pm

Please check out the Recreation Summer program guide for programming information.

For inquiries and bookings of the facility, please email play@squamish.net

There are several cameras located around the building. Chief Joe Mathias Centre staff will be ensuring the grounds and area are safe throughout the day.

Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) is open and we welcome community members to use the facility.

For inquiries and bookings of the facility, please email play@squamish.net

Additional Information

Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) is open. It’s the multi-purpose recreation building in North Vancouver. The facility will be used for many things, including soccer, ball hockey, volleyball, lacrosse, tournaments, community events, outdoor movies, art classes, yoga, and much more. There’s also an outdoor basketball court on the side of the building — and separate washrooms and changing rooms.

Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ (Playing Place) is built across from the Chief Joe Mathias Centre. The side of the building proudly displays a design inspired by a woven blanket worn in 1906 by S7ápeleḵ/ Ḵiyáplanexw Siy̓ám̓, Chief Joe Capilano. The roof over the playing surface is meant to represent a blanket that wraps around and protects the Squamish People, and everyone that comes to visit Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓.

The old lacrosse box at Xwmélch’tstn (Capilano reserve) served Nation lacrosse teams, individual players, and community members for many years. In 2021, it was determined that it needed to be replaced.

Ḵw’eshḵw’shétsutay̓ is owned and run by the Nation, giving the community full control over the use of the facility and more training opportunities for our sports teams.