Arena tournaments or special events
Step 1 – Review rental rates and payment terms
Arena booking increments
We book arena time in 15 minute increments. The minimum booking period is one hour.
Contact Facility Bookings
Questions? Contact us anytime by email or between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday to Friday by phone at 403-268-3800
Arena rental rates
Arena rates vary as follows. Prices are in effect for rentals between May 1 and April 30. GST is included. A risk management fee of $4.75 is applied to each permit issued.
Fees include access to the dressing room(s) 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after your rental time.
Please review the arena rental terms and conditions section for payment options, facility rules and regulations and other important information.
Prime Time Hours:
Monday to Friday – 4 p.m. to midnight
Saturday and Sunday – 6 a.m. to midnight
Statutory Holidays – Open only on approval of a rental application. Additional costs may apply to staff the facility.
Non-Prime Time Hours:
Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Rates for January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
| Minors (17 and under) | Adults (18 and over) | |
|---|---|---|
|
Prime Time* September-June |
$221.31/hr | $297.10/hr |
|
Non-Prime Time** September-June |
$79.11/hr | $136.45/hr |
|
Prime Time* July-August |
$221.31/hr | $297.10/hr |
|
Non-Prime Time** July-August |
$124.35 /hr | $154.85 /hr |
|
Off-season dry pad Availability varies by arena |
$68.45/hr | $115.24/hr |
|
*Mon.-Fri. – 4 p.m.-12 a.m. / Sat.-Sun. – 6 a.m-12 a.m. ** Mon.-Fri. – 6 a.m.-4 p.m. |
| Jr A/Midget AAA Practices | Jr A/Midget AAA Games | |
|---|---|---|
|
Prime Time* September-June |
$221.31 | $297.10 |
|
Non-Prime Time** September-June |
$79.11 | $297.10 |
|
*Mon.-Fri. – 4 p.m.-12 a.m. / Sat.-Sun. – 6 a.m-12 a.m. ** Mon.-Fri. – 6 a.m.-4 p.m. |
Tournament/Special event payment terms
We'll tentatively book your time once we receive your application and confirm the space is available. A $26.25 non-refundable administration fee is due at that time to complete your Tournament/Special Event permit.
Once you receive your permit, a 25% non-refundable deposit is due. The balance is then required 30 days prior to the start of the event.
Tournament Definition - competition which involves a number of teams and games, with the overall tournament winner determined based on the combined results of these individual or team matches. Tournaments can utilize single venues or multiple venues based on number of competitors and size of competition. A tournament takes place outside of regular league play and is specific to a duration of time.
Special Event Definition - special event is a one-time or infrequently occurring event outside normal programs or activities of an organizations playing or booking schedule.
Step 2 – Learn about our arenas & check availability
Tip: Prepare to be flexible on date, time and arena location. If your first choices aren’t available, having two or three options on hand will make the availability search easier.
Step 3 – Submit tournament/special event application
Applications are accepted as follows, starting at 8:30 a.m. First-come, first served.
| Application due date | To rent arena space between |
|---|---|
| April 1, 2022 | September - March (2022/2023) |
| October 31, 2022 |
April - August (2023) |
Review the checklist. When you’re ready, complete the online Tournament/Special Event application.
Application approval process
It takes up to seven business days to process one-time rental applications. We'll let you know the outcome of your application by email.
Ready-to-apply checklist
When you can mark each task completed, you’re ready to fill out the application form.
__ I've read and understand each of the terms and conditions for renting arena space:
- Arena open/close schedule
- Facility rental terms and conditions
- Alcohol consumption – zero tolerance guidelines
- Arena rules and regulations
- Personal information
- Payment options
- Change/cancellation process
__ I've selected an arena and confirmed my preferred date and time is available.
__ I'm aware of the rental rates and when payment is due.
__ I'm applying on the correct date for a one-time rental.
Cancelling a tournament or special event arena booking
When cancelling, 25% of the total rental fee plus a $26.25 administration fee are non-refundable. The remainder of rental fees will be refunded for canceling a booking provided the cancelation is received by Facility Bookings 30 calendar days or more before the rental date. There are no cancellations or amendments to bookings within 30 days of the booking.
Note: Events/tournament booked in the months of April till August 31st are nonrefundable.
Arena bookings should be cancelled using the amendment tool.