Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, owner of the Calgary Flames, finalizes new Event Centre arena deal
Canada | November 07, 2023
Client: Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation
Our Calgary office represented Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, owners of the Calgary Flames hockey franchise and other professional and amateur sports organizations in the province, in their comprehensive transactions with The City of Calgary, the Calgary Stampede and various other stakeholders. These transactions involved the construction and long term operation and management of the new C$800m Calgary Event Centre, as well as significant public infrastructure work in surrounding areas.
The Calgary Event Centre and adjacent public Community Rink will be a centrepiece in the new Culture + Entertainment District in downtown Calgary, and the new home arena for the Calgary Flames and other sports organizations, with construction beginning in 2024 and arena opening date expected in 2026 or 2027.