Stadiums and Arenas of Canada part 2

[Berklon]

Originally Posted by thurmas

In the next few years Copps in Hamilton will need a significant renovation. With that said being a 17,000 seat arena when that reno happens makes no sense. Scale it down to 10,500 seats suitable for AHL or OHL, with suites and better concessions and have it similar to the Budweiser Gardens in London that opened a few years back. This way Hamilton doesn't lose out on concerts, Memorial Cups, and the Briers and Scotties curling tournaments.

Scaling it down to 10,500 seats will most definitely cause them to lose out on concerts. Many acts require larger venues to play.