IG Field is a multi-purpose sports and events stadium located on the University of Manitoba campus in Winnipeg. Opened in 2013, the facility serves as the primary outdoor venue for professional Canadian football, university athletics and professional soccer in the city. The name IG Field recalls a corporate sponsorship; the venue is commonly referred to by that shortened form in local usage. The stadium sits adjacent to the older University Stadium and is readily accessible from central Winnipeg.

Design and features

The stadium was designed as a modern, partially covered bowl with a mix of permanent and adjustable seating to accommodate different sports and concert configurations. The permanent seating capacity is approximately 33,500 for football, with the ability to alter sightlines and add temporary seating for larger events. The roof structure uses a corrugated metal design over portions of the stands to protect spectators from the elements while leaving the playing surface open to daylight.

Amenities include a variety of premium corporate suites (more than forty), box seating, public concourses, concession areas and a stadium restaurant. The venue also incorporates a "walk of fame" style area to honor notable athletes and contributors associated with Winnipeg sports. Back-of-house facilities support team operations, media, and event production so the stadium can host non-sporting events such as concerts and community gatherings.

History and ownership

IG Field opened in 2013 as part of a multi-party project to replace older stadium infrastructure in Winnipeg. The facility is owned and operated by a consortium that includes public and private stakeholders: the City of Winnipeg, the Province of Manitoba, the Winnipeg Football Club and the University of Manitoba under the corporate umbrella of Triple B Stadium Inc. The project combined public funding, private investment and university land to deliver a venue intended for shared community use.

Tenants and regular events

  • The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (team), who compete in the Canadian Football League (CFL), use the stadium as their home field.
  • Valour FC of the Canadian Premier League plays professional soccer matches at the facility.
  • The University of Manitoba Bisons football program makes use of the stadium for major home games and special events.
  • The Winnipeg Rifles and other junior or community teams have also used the venue for selected contests.

Beyond regular league play, the stadium is programmed for occasional concerts, exhibitions and civic events, making it an important large-capacity gathering place for the city.

Notable aspects and community role

IG Field is notable for its multi-use planning, bringing professional, university and community sport into a single modern venue. Its placement on university land strengthens ties between the campus and the wider city by enabling student access to high-level sporting events and by providing upgraded sports facilities. The facility was part of a broader effort to renew Winnipeg’s sporting infrastructure and to retain major sports teams and events in the city.

For more on the stadium and local context, see the venue listing (stadium page) and local information about Winnipeg (city), Manitoba (province) and Canada (country).