After several false starts, the city of Calgary and Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) finally reached agreement on a new Flames arena billed as a modern event center, replacing the Saddledome as the NHL team’s home. (more…)
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With new Calgary Flames arena deal dead, what comes next?
With a new Calgary Flames arena deal officially dead, the future of the team at the Scotiabank Saddledome–which is literally falling down–is now under debate. (more…)
Owners halt new Calgary arena
Saying there was no viable path to complete a new Calgary Flames arena, the owners of the NHL team halted planning for the downtown Event Centre Project. (more…)
After financial agreement, work resumes on new Calgary arena
With the owners of the Calgary Flames (NHL) agreeing to cover all cost overruns, work has resumed on a new downtown arena to replace the Saddledome. (more…)
Flames arena construction to start August 2021, open in 2024-25 season
Specifics for the new Calgary Flames arena construction were announced, including a start date, the opening date and the design and construction teams for the NHL project. (more…)
New Calgary Flames Arena Survey Launches
Calgary officials have launched a new Calgary Flames arena survey, an important part of the public engagement process for the project. (more…)
Best of 2019, #3: New Calgary Flames Arena Agreement Reached
We end 2019 with a countdown of the five biggest stories of the year on Arena Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #3: A new Calgary Flames agreement moves forward. (more…)
New Calgary Flames Arena Agreements Signed
The agreements for a new Calgary Flames arena have been signed, marking the latest step forward for the future venue set to open in 2024. (more…)
Motion to Reallocate Calgary Flames Arena Funds Fails
An effort in the Calgary City Council to reallocate funds committed to a new Calgary Flames arena was defeated last week, assuring that the money is not diverted elsewhere. (more…)
Calgary Mayor: We’re Not Revisiting Flames Arena Deal
Although some are calling for the plans to be revisited amidst debate over the city’s budget, Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi believes the new Flames arena deal should be left alone. (more…)
New Calgary Flames Arena Planned for 2024 Opening
With a new Calgary Flames arena moving forward, the team and the city will engage in a planning process that could lead to the venue opening in 2024. (more…)
Scotiabank Saddledome Demolition Could be in the Offing
Time could be winding down for the Scotiabank Saddledome, as a planned new Calgary Flames arena will likely render the venue obsolete. (more…)
