Bruce and Jeanette Fuhr Sports Park, #200 - 9 Tri Leisure Way

Bruce and Jeanette Fuhr were honoured in 2009 when City Council renamed West District Park to Fuhr Sports Park in their honour. The lands where the park and facilities are located were donated by the Fuhrs' as a legacy to serve residents of Spruce Grove and area and are adjacent to land that was once part of the Fuhr family farm. Bruce and Jeanette worked together sharing their success to make Spruce Grove a better community. Their generosity was demonstrated through their contributions and participation in Spruce Grove’s business, service and cultural groups where they worked as volunteers, donors, patrons, leaders and trusted advisors.

Cpl. Jim Galloway Off-Leash Park, corner of Century Road and Century Close

The Cpl. Jim Galloway Memorial Off Leash Area is named in honour and memory of Cpl. Jim Galloway for his supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in Spruce Grove. Cpl. Galloway joined the RCMP in 1969 and always had a keen interest in dogs. At the time of his death, Cpl. Galloway held the role of Acting Program Manager, “K” Division Police Dog Service and worked out of the Sherwood Park Detachment.

Darwin Park Rotary Trail, Spruce Grove portion of Joint Trail to Stony Plain

Darwin Park has been a champion of recreation and wellness in the Tri-Municipal Region for decades. He was a strong community advocate for the development of a trail connection between Spruce Grove and Stony Plain, and in 2021, this trail became a reality. As such a positive influence on our community, the City of Spruce Grove named a portion of the trail in his honour to commemorate some of his many achievements, including helping make this trail a reality. The City also honoured him in 2015 with an Awards of Excellence in the Community Service category. 

Gord Montgomery Field, adjacent to Woodhaven School, 475 King St.

For 30 years, Gord Montgomery was the voice of the local sports community through his writing and photography as the dedicated sports editor at the local newspaper. In addition to his reporting, Gord’s advocacy efforts played a significant role in bringing new sports facilities to the area, including the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, the twin fields at Fuhr Sports Park, and a home for the Aerials Gymnastics Club. He also gave back as a coach and sat on several volunteer boards in the community. In honour of his significant contributions, the City of Spruce Grove named this field after him in 2014.

Grant Fuhr Arena, 9 Agrena Rd.

Grant Fuhr grew up in Spruce Grove and went on to become one of the best goaltenders in NHL history and is a five-time Stanley Cup champion. In 2003, Fuhr was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Edmonton Oilers retired his jersey, number 31. In 2004, the City of Spruce Grove renamed the arena where he got his start the Grant Fuhr Arena. The City of Spruce Grove also honoured him with an Award of Excellence in Athletics in 2005.

Henry Singer Ball Park, 130 South Ave.

Henry Singer was an area farmer that was extremely active serving the community of Spruce Grove. In addition to farming, he was a lifetime member of the Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club and Spruce Grove Curling Club. He helped to build Spruce Grove’s first curling rink and the Spruce Grove Agrena. He also drove a school bus, was a fastball coach, curled and volunteered. In 1980, the City of Spruce Grove named a ball diamond after Henry Singer. The City also honoured him with an Award of Excellence in Community Service in 2005.

Jennifer Heil Way

Jennifer Heil, an Olympic Champion, was born and raised in Spruce Grove. She started skiing at age two and went on to win four world championship titles and two silver.

In 2009, the City of Spruce Grove renamed a portion of Campsite Rd to Jennifer Heil Way in her honour. The City of Spruce Grove also honoured her with an Award of Excellence in Athletics in 2005.

Jubilee Park

In 2005, the park was named Jubilee Park in celebration of the City’s 50th year of incorporation.

Rick Delorme Memorial Ball Diamond, Brookwood School site, 460 King St.

In 1994, the ball diamond was named as a tribute to Rick Delorme, a City of Spruce Grove employee who lost his life in 1992 as a result of a workplace accident. The original location of the diamond was on Fifth Avenue but due to construction in the area, it was moved to its current location and rededicated in 2017. Rick had a love of baseball and was committed to the youth in Spruce Grove as a minor baseball coach.

Shenfield Civic Centre (City Hall), 315 Jespersen Ave.

In 1972, Allan Shenfield formed the Spruce Grove and District Agricultural Society to enhance and promote the local farming industry. One of his dreams was to create a multipurpose agricultural and recreational facility. In 1974, after years of fundraising and volunteer hours, the Agrena doors were opened. He served the community in many ways through the Golden Age Club, Chamber of Commerce, Elks and Lions clubs. The City recognized Shenfield’s dedication to the community by naming City Hall the Shenfield Centre. The City also honoured him with an Awards of Excellence in 2006.

Steffler Grove, Located between Fairway Point and Lilac Bay in the Stoneshire neighbourhood

A grove of trees sitting on land that was once homesteaded by Charlie and Katharine Steffler was named in honour of the Steffler family by City Council in 2019.

Stu Barnes Arena, 9 Agrena Rd.

Stuart Barnes was born in Spruce Grove began his hockey career at the age of 12. He had a lengthy and notable NHL career playing for five teams and retiring in 2008. In addition to naming an arena after him, the City of Spruce Grove also honoured him with an Award of Excellence in Athletics in 2007.