Stadiums and Arenas of Canada part 2

[Oilkountry]

Originally Posted by HomerSPC

Ha.

[Franco401]

Yes, I remember the Great Mosaic Soccer War of summer 2016. Trying times those were.

[TorontoDrew]

Originally Posted by wacko

It's not quite advertisement-free. There are seven logos on the field, including the large Mosaic logo in the center.

As I mentioned in my last two posts in the Mosaic Stadium thread, there is still some finishing work to be done on the stadium. But it should be largely ready for the home opener on July 1.

Not to mention that Old Style "Pilsner Country" sign at the back. Most new stadiums start off rather logo and ad free. Then greed or needed funds change all of that.

[FrankieFlowerpot]

Originally Posted by TorontoDrew

Not to mention that Old Style "Pilsner Country" sign at the back. Most new stadiums start off rather logo and ad free. Then greed or needed funds change all of that.

20 years ago maybe

[TorontoDrew]

well except for the main sponsor or naming rights owner it's still true today.

[Nathan]

Originally Posted by TorontoDrew

well except for the main sponsor or naming rights owner it's still true today.

Seems pretty standard to me.

As for what the Riders did, they went with a "founding sponsors" list. Mosaic, the naming rights owner, is on it along with Molson Coors (Pil Country). Then there are a bunch of local-ish companies all with naming/branding on various parts of the stadium. In a lot of ways it's a continuation of how things were at the old stadium, but with a few additions.

The Riders put nearly $50 mill into the stadium though, so it makes sense to get as much sponsorship as possible right off the hop. Sort of an an alternative to the "seat licence" practice that is done elsewhere.

Other than the centre logo, everything is also basically completely green and white, so overall, it keeps it a pretty cohesive look. (Other exceptions I can think of are a sign beside the smaller North video screen, and the Saktel/city logos on the much larger South screen).

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by wacko

It's not quite advertisement-free. There are seven logos on the field, including the large Mosaic logo in the center.

As I mentioned in my last two posts in the Mosaic Stadium thread, there is still some finishing work to be done on the stadium. But it should be largely ready for the home opener on July 1.

Hadn't noticed the logos or the soccer lines. Thanks for pointing them out...

[craner]

Originally Posted by Migs

Only 4 more sleeps.

I'm kind of surprised they don't have a seats right at center field instead of a row of stairs.
Anyway, NMS turned out beautifully. Too bad there is not a decent football team to occupy it.

[Corndogger]

Originally Posted by craner

I'm kind of surprised they don't have a seats right at center field instead of a row of stairs.
Anyway, NMS turned out beautifully. Too bad there is not a decent football team to occupy it.

As far as I'm concerned it's the best stadium in the country. If they ever install a retractable roof it will be an amazing stadium. Hopefully their stadium will encourage Calgary to build a new facility instead of wasting money on minor upgrades to McMahon.

[esquire]

Originally Posted by craner

I'm kind of surprised they don't have a seats right at center field instead of a row of stairs.

IGF is the same way... I don't get that.

[osmo]

I think Mosiac does it well at least in that the ADs on the field, aside from the Mosiac logo at the 55, are does in a white that is all mono and blends in, you don't notice it as much as it is absent of colours.

[speedog]

It's starting to sound like Calgary will be getting a new arena if one goes by the tweets that some city councillors have been sending out.

As for a new football stadium, crickets.

[UrbanClimate]

Originally Posted by SaskScraper

I had to go back to look at the pics posted to look for the soccer lines on the field too.. the soccer lines will come in handy for the Valencia vs NYC game next month but those pesky lines will be painted over during football game days i'd imagine so as not to be even a fraction of a percent unsightly for Rider fans.

Does anyone know if this is true for the Regina stadium? I know that the soccer lines are painted over for CFL games in the Ottawa stadium.

[king10]

Originally Posted by UrbanClimate

Does anyone know if this is true for the Regina stadium? I know that the soccer lines are painted over for CFL games in the Ottawa stadium.

I don't believe soccer lines are painted over in Ottawa. Like Hamilton the field is scrubbed of yard markings when a different sport is played. New lines are painted on the clean slate green turf.

There aren't permanent lines in Hamilton or Ottawa so no need to paint over, rather just scrub off.

[Nathan]

Originally Posted by UrbanClimate

Does anyone know if this is true for the Regina stadium? I know that the soccer lines are painted over for CFL games in the Ottawa stadium.

I remember heanring that all the football lines are supposed to be painted over for the Valencia game in July, but don't think I've ever heard the same about regular​ football games. Perhaps for playoffs/the Grey Cup?

[logan5]

The next phase in the evolution of BC Place and the arena district. In conjunction with the development of NE False Creek (which will be home to approx. 12 000 new residents), BC Place will have a new main south gate along Pacific. With Pacific lined with restaurants and bars, both BC Place and Rogers will have establishments right outside their gates. Similar to what Nashville has at Bridgestone Arena. Kinda cool to see 2 stadiums being absorbed into the urban fabric.

Rendering courtesy City of Vancouver.

[Migs]

Some images from the preseason game on Saturday.













Photos credit to myself, the CFL, Saskatchewanderer, & the Riders.

[Bandage]

I like Winnipeg's stadium better

[Acajack]

Originally Posted by Bandage

I like Winnipeg's stadium better

They're both great IMO.

[esquire]

^ Bang on. 20 years ago, who would have thought the Riders and Bombers would be playing in impressive new stadiums?