Overview

In 2019, the City of North Vancouver sought a dependable flooring solution for their seasonal outdoor skating rink—one that could withstand heavy foot traffic, temperature fluctuations, and the demanding conditions of a public winter attraction. After evaluating various options, they selected Stamina Vulcanized Rubber Flooring from Canada Mats.

Five years later, the flooring continues to perform exceptionally well, requiring zero replacements and providing unmatched durability, safety, and flexibility for their changing seasonal footprint.

The Challenge

The City of North Vancouver needed a flooring system that could:

• Endure constant skate traffic and sharp blades

• Resist moisture from melting ice and winter weather

• Maintain a clean, odor-free surface despite heavy public use

• Be reconfigured seasonally without degradation

• Reduce maintenance demands for city operations staff

Their operations team required a long-lasting, professional-grade surface that could support thousands of visitors while reducing long-term costs.

Our Solution: Stamina Vulcanized Rubber Flooring

Canada Mats supplied Stamina, a high-performance, vulcanized rubber flooring engineered specifically for environments that demand durability, safety, and simple maintenance.

Why Stamina Was the Perfect Fit

• Non-porous surface repels moisture, sweat, spills, and ice melt

• Extremely durable against skate blades, heavy foot traffic, and equipment

• Low maintenance—liquids stay on the surface for easy cleaning

• Bacteria-resistant, eliminating 99.5% of microbial buildup with simple cleaning

• Flexible installation options (square edge or interlocking)

• Available in multiple thicknesses (8mm, 10mm, 12mm) to support different load requirements

For the outdoor rink, Stamina provided superior traction and slip resistance, ensuring the safety and comfort of skaters as they transitioned on and off the ice.

Client Feedback

The City of North Vancouver shared exceptional feedback about the long-term performance of Stamina:

“We purchased the product in 2019 to support our seasonal outdoor rink and have been exceptionally pleased with the product ever since. We have not needed to replace any pieces, and appreciate the flexibility Canada Mats provides when we need to adjust our footprint seasonally. Overall this is a great product!”
– Jill Cameron, Section Manager, Site Operations
City of North Vancouver

Their testimonial highlights the flooring’s longevity and adaptability—key criteria for municipal infrastructure that must perform reliably year after year.

Results

Since installation, Stamina flooring has delivered:

• Zero material failures or replacements in over five years

• Enhanced safety for thousands of seasonal rink visitors

• Reduced maintenance thanks to the non-porous, odor-free surface

• Cost efficiency, with long-term durability reducing replacement expenses

• Easy reconfiguration, accommodating annual changes to the rink layout

Stamina continues to be a trusted, high-performing solution for the city’s winter programs.

Conclusion

The City of North Vancouver’s long-term success with Stamina flooring demonstrates the product’s exceptional resilience, safety, and suitability for high-traffic recreational environments. Its non-porous, vulcanized construction provides unmatched durability—making it ideal for arenas, rinks, gyms, and professional sports facilities.

Canada Mats remains proud to support municipal projects that require reliability and long-lasting performance, season after season.