Scotiabank Arena, Home of the Maple Leafs and Raptors, Undergoes Renovations

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) is making significant renovations to Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, with a focus on enhancing the entertainment experience for fans. The $350 million investment into the four-phase renovation project is aimed at re-imagining the 25-year-old arena to meet the changing expectations of fans post-COVID-19.

Keith Pelley, president and CEO of MLSE, emphasized the importance of providing a high level of engagement for fans’ entertainment dollars. The ceremonial groundbreaking event saw Pelley swing a sledgehammer through a wall on the 100-level concourse, symbolizing the start of Phase 2 of the renovation project.

Nick Eaves, MLSE’s chief venues and operations officer, highlighted some of the changes fans can expect to see upon entering the arena in the fall. One major change will be the dynamic signage throughout the main concourse that will adapt based on the event being held, whether it’s a Maple Leafs game, Raptors game, or live music concert.

Despite the renovations, Eaves clarified that the decision to raise ticket prices for both the Maple Leafs and Raptors over the past five years was unrelated to the construction project. He assured fans that ticket pricing is determined independently of any renovation work being done at the arena.

In addition to the arena renovations, MLSE’s parent company, Kilmer Group, is also in talks to acquire French soccer club Saint-Étienne and has secured a WNBA franchise to start playing at Coca-Cola Coliseum in 2026. The continued expansion and investment by MLSE and Kilmer Group demonstrate a commitment to providing top-notch entertainment experiences for fans in Toronto and beyond.