Calgary’s Scotia Place construction is on schedule, with major developments expected soon as crews dig deeper and finalize designs
Calgary: Construction crews are buzzing with excitement about the new events center for the Flames. With all the permits in hand, things are really starting to move.
They’ve already dug down about 40 feet, and Bob Hunter from the project committee says the design is almost done. They’re taking cues from other NHL arenas, which is pretty cool.
One neat idea is to have the arena floor sunken down 40 feet. This way, when you walk in, you’re at street level. It’s all about that first impression!
The digging will keep going until spring, with more underground work before they start pouring the foundation in May. By August, folks in Calgary should see some real changes, weather permitting.
That’s when the structure will start to rise, with foundation walls and columns going up first. By early 2026, you’ll likely see the shape of the arena taking form.
Hunter believes the $900 million project will be ready for the Flames’ 2027-28 season, with a capacity of 18,400 for hockey and 20,000 for concerts.
Besides sports and concerts, the venue will host community events, with plans for a community rink and dining options. Plus, they’re aiming for a fully electrified and net-zero design by 2050.
