A $350-million rehabilitation project formally kicked off its second phase on Tuesday.
It’s open construction season at the Maple Leafs and Raptors’ home arena as they are home for the summer.
Tuesday marked the formal start of Scotiabank Arena’s second phase of a $350-million renovation project, which aims to improve the fan experience and revamp the 100-level concourse.
It is a component of the plan, which was initiated last year to commemorate the downtown venue’s 25th anniversary. The PWHL team from Toronto is unable to use the arena for any postseason games due to construction.
President and CEO of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Keith Pelley stated, “It will prove to be a little bit challenging this summer for some of the concerts but, come fall at the beginning of Raptors and Leafs season, all our fans and all our partners will see something completely different, far more friendlier than ever before.”
In October of last year, MLSE finished the project’s first phase, which included completely remodeling the executive suites on the 200th floor and launching the Mastercard Lounge for members with premium seats.
From now until October, upgrades will be made on the main concourse with the addition of a second Real Sports Apparel retail store, complete with a contactless checkout system. More mini walk-in shops will be added on the 100-level concourse, and there will be new spaces such as a prayer room, an infant feeding area and all-gender bathrooms.
Another significant addition will be a museum-like art collection featuring various innovative pieces depicting the history, culture and experiences at Scotiabank Arena.
Part of the transformation will bring immersive LED projections that will greet fans when they step inside the concourse, themed according to the night’s specific event.
