The CFL wants Regina to paint field lines at Mosaic Stadium instead of stitching them into new turf, but Mayor Chad Bachynski says the city won’t change plans unless the league contributes financially. Regina says stitched lines reduce maintenance costs and keep the stadium available to community sports groups.

By the Numbers
  • Regina is spending $1.6 million on new turf to meet the CFL’s field dimensions for next season.
  • Mosaic Stadium hosts about 2,400 hours of sports and events annually, including at least 600 hours of community access required by contract.
  • The CFL is shortening fields from 110 yards to 100 yards.
Yes, But

The CFL says painted lines are manageable and would help future-proof the field; the city argues that paint-related closures would cut into community access. The University of Regina Rams and Regina Thunder plan to play elsewhere next season because they aren’t adopting the CFL’s new dimensions.

State of Play
  • Regina’s current plan is to stitch the lines into the replacement turf.
  • The city says it will reconsider painting only if the CFL helps cover the cost.
  • Mosaic Stadium will host next year’s Grey Cup.
What's Next

The dispute may hinge on whether the CFL is willing to contribute to painting costs and whether the city’s consultation with community users leads to a change in plans.

Bottom Line

The field-line debate is also a question of who pays—and how Regina balances CFL requirements with year-round access for local sports.