Woolwich Memorial Centre
The Woolwich Memorial Centre is a recreation facility in Elmira, Ontario, Canada. The facility is operated by the Township of Woolwich.
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| Location | 24 Snyder St S, Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 |
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| Coordinates | 43.59617°N 80.56408°W |
| Operator | Township of Woolwich |
| Capacity | 1,300 Seats, 2,000 Standing |
| Construction | |
| Built | 2009 |
| Opened | 2009 |
| Construction cost | $ 19,405,000 |
| Architect | MacLennan Jaunkalns Miller Architects |
| Main contractors | Melloul-Blamey |
| Tenants | |
| Elmira Sugar Kings 2009-Present, Woolwich Minor Hockey, Woolwich Seniors 55+ Centre, Woolwich Wild Hockey | |
Exterior
The Woolwich Memorial Centre (WMC) comprises two NHL-sized ice surfaces, two pools, a fitness centre and walking track. The facility also includes a community centre, seniors centre, youth centre, Concourse Cafe, two meeting rooms and offices for minor sport teams.[1]
The primary rink is dedicated former Elmira-native Dan Snyder. The Atlanta Thrashers held a practice and promotional session in the arena on October 18, 2009.[2]
References
- "Woolwich Memorial Centre". Woolwich Township. Retrieved May 23, 2019.
- "Thrashers returning to Elmira to honor Snyder". NHL. 2009-10-16. Retrieved 2009-10-19.
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