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Fire at Whitecourt Wolverines’ training facility may have been deliberately set

Whitecourt RCMP believe a fire at the Whitecourt Wolverines Centre of Excellence may have been deliberately set. Courtesy, Whitecourt RCMP

RCMP believe a fire that tore through an Alberta Junior Hockey League training facility in Whitecourt a few months ago may have been deliberately set.

On Feb. 16, 2016, the Whitecourt Wolverines Centre of Excellence was destroyed by fire. A group of former players were heading into the facility for a morning workout when they noticed black smoke.

RCMP said Monday morning there is evidence the fire was arson.

READ MORE: AJHL’s Whitecourt Wolverines devastated by fire at state-of-the-art training facility

Officers continue to investigate the blaze and are asking anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area after 10:30 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2016 to contact Whitecourt RCMP at 780-779-5900.

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The $2-million Centre of Excellence opened in 2013. The 8,500-square foot training facility includes a gym, players’ lounge, auditorium and offices for staff, coaches and management.

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Watch below: Whitecourt Wolverines open Centre of Excellence in December 2013

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