Officials noted the primary themes found from public input include creating a place of gathering and connection to create civic pride and diversity of programming inside and outside of the new facility.

The city and Calgary Flames and Entertainment agreed in 2019 to split the cost of the new building on a parcel of land just north of the Saddledome.

The City of Calgary, Calgary Stampede and Calgary Flames ownership signed a deal for a new $550-million arena.

Councillors say a new arena still makes sense, as it's a "project that will ultimately pay for itself."

"This tree has probably seen a lot, if it is as old as we think it is."

A political scientist believes the vote on the new Calgary event centre shows who may have aspirations to be the city's mayor in the future.

A new home for the Calgary Flames will be debated Tuesday in city council chambers.

The event centre proposal would see the city and CSEC split the cost of construction 50-50. 

The plan for the $550-million event centre, which will host not only NHL games but other sports and entertainment events, will see taxpayers forking over a great deal of the funds going into the building. 

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says he's happy he's not being dragged into the debate over a new arena for the NHL Calgary Flames.