| Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre | |
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| Location |  Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
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| Broke ground | September 24, 2007 |
| Opened | May 10, 2009 (scheduled) |
| Owner | City of Abbotsford |
| Operator | Global Spectrum |
| Construction cost | Canadian dollar $64.7-million |
| Architect | PBK Architects |
| Tenants | Abbotsford Heat (AHL) (2009-present) |
| Capacity | 7,018 (Hockey) |
The Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre is a 6,653-seat multi-purpose arena in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. The arena was expected to cost $64.7-million. Beginning in Fall 2009, it is home to the Abbotsford Heat, the Calgary Flames' American Hockey League affiliate.
History
On September 25, 2006, Abbotsford council voted unanimously to hold a referendum asking voters to borrow $85-million to fund three community projects, including a new entertainment and sports centre. The arena was approved by Abbotsford voters on November 25, 2006 with a 54.8% majority.
Arena amenities
The new arena has an initial capacity of 7,000 seats with room for expansion to 8,500. There are 200 club seats, 12 boxes, 20 private suites, and 2 party suites.
External links
- Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre - Official website