Calgary, Flames, Stampede sign deal for new arena
The City of Calgary, Calgary Stampede and Calgary Flames ownership signed a deal for a new $550-million arena. Continue reading
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Calgary city council approves new arena deal
A new home for the Calgary Flames will be debated Tuesday in city council chambers. Continue reading
Dollars and civic pride: economists weigh in on proposed Calgary arena deal
It’s a battle between the heart, the mind and the pocketbook with Calgary’s proposed events centre deal. Continue reading
New NHL arena in Calgary back on the table, tentative agreement struck
The City of Calgary, the Calgary Flames and the Calgary Stampede, which owns the land, have agreed in principle to terms on an event centre that would be the new home of the city’s NHL team. Continue reading
Calgary council expected to vote on proposed arena at Monday meeting
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
A special meeting of council is scheduled for Monday, as councillors are expected to discuss and vote on terms to enter negotiations with the Calgary Sport and Entertainment Corporation. Continue reading
City could soon approach Calgary Flames on new arena proposal
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
City council’s event centre committee spent Wednesday afternoon going over a term sheet for a $600 million facility negotiation. Continue reading
Stamps’ boss on the future of McMahon Stadium: ‘We need new infrastructure here’
“It would be so important and so valuable if we could replace the stadium,” Ken King said. Continue reading
Brett Wilson slams Calgary mayor and council for ‘dawdling’ on new arena
Calgary businessman and entrepreneur Brett Wilson is slamming Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi and city councillors for not working faster to build a new arena. Continue reading
Most Calgarians back new arena, as long as it does not affect taxes: survey
By Jodi Hughes Weather Anchor
A new survey shows most Calgarians believe the Saddledome is only meeting “some” of Calgary’s needs. Continue reading
Calgary pursues ‘Victoria Park option’ for new arena: ‘This needs to happen sooner than later’
City council voted Monday to continue working on a “Plan B” arena option. Calgary Sports and Entertainment is willing to stay on that road if it expedites a new rink for the Flames. Continue reading