Alberta · Buildings · updated October 12, 2026
Scotia Place event centre
Calgary's C$926M event-centre block is building toward a fall 2027 opening.
- Province
- Alberta
- Location
- Calgary (Rivers District)
- Sector
- Buildings
- Owner
- City of Calgary
- Status
- Under construction since January 2025 (foundations first)
- Next milestone
- Opening fall 2027
- Disclosed cost
- C$926.4M initial investment (City, Province, CSEC partners) (source)
- Construction start
- 2025-01
- In service
- Fall 2027
Why it matters for contractors and suppliers
Interior fit-out, AV and IT, food service and district infrastructure packages land in 2026–27.
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Sources
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Frequently asked
What is the status of Scotia Place event centre?
As of October 12, 2026: Under construction since January 2025 (foundations first). Next: Opening fall 2027.
Who owns Scotia Place event centre?
City of Calgary.
How much does Scotia Place event centre cost?
C$926.4M initial investment (City, Province, CSEC partners).
What is the timeline for Scotia Place event centre?
Construction start: 2025-01; in service: fall 2027.