The popular Selkirk Skate Park in Selkirk, Manitoba, will be closed for up to three weeks in August 2026 for its first major round of concrete repairs since it opened nearly 16 years ago. The work will fix cracks that have built up over time because of the province’s tough freeze-thaw cycles.
The project is expected to cost around $40,000 and will target multiple cracks in the 1,700-square-metre skate park, the largest in rural Manitoba. The city says a special flexible concrete product will be used to seal the cracks and help reduce future damage as the concrete naturally expands and contracts with seasonal temperature changes.
Brady Clark, the city’s Director of Parks, Environment, Recreation and Culture, says it took longer than expected to find a qualified contractor. The repairs need specialized materials and skills, and only a small number of contractors can do the work. The exact start date in August isn’t confirmed yet, but residents are encouraged to watch for updates from the city.
The skate park opened in October 2010 after the Selkirk Rotary Club led a fundraising campaign that raised close to $1 million, with added support from the municipal, provincial, and federal governments. Since then, it has served skateboarders, BMX riders, and scooter users free of charge. Until now, only minor maintenance has been done.
City officials know the closure during peak summer isn’t ideal, but they say the repairs can’t be put off any longer. For more information, residents can visit the City of Selkirk website.
