Air Canada Centre facts for kids
| The ACC, The Hangar | |
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| Location | 1909 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5J 2X2 |
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| Coordinates | 43°38′36″N 79°22′45″W / 43.64333°N 79.37917°W |
| Parking | 13000 spaces |
| Owner | Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment |
| Operator | Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment |
| Capacity | Basketball: 19,800, at least 20,511 with standing room Hockey: 18,819, at least 20,270 with standing room Lacrosse: 18,819 Concerts: 19,800 Theatre: 5,200 |
| Field size | 665,000 square feet (61,800 m2) |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | March 12, 1997 |
| Opened | February 19, 1999 |
| Construction cost | C$265 million |
| Architect | Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects (Architect of Record) HOK Sport (Consulting Architects) |
| Project manager | Clarendon Projects Ltd. |
| Structural engineer | Yolles Partnership Inc. |
| Services engineer | The Mitchell Partnership, Inc. |
| General contractor | PCL Constructors Western, Inc. |
| Tenants | |
| Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) (1999–present) Toronto Raptors (NBA) (1999–present) Toronto Rock (NLL) (2001–present) Toronto Phantoms (AFL) (2001–2002) |
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The Air Canada Centre is a big sports arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It opened in 1999. This arena is the home for three major sports teams.
It hosts the Toronto Maple Leafs for NHL hockey games. The Toronto Raptors play their NBA basketball games here. Also, the Toronto Rock plays NLL lacrosse at the arena.
The arena is named after Air Canada, a big airline. People often call it the ACC or the Hangar. It can hold about 19,800 fans for basketball games. For hockey games, it has space for around 18,819 people. Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. owns this exciting venue. Many concerts and WWE wrestling events have also taken place here.
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About the Air Canada Centre
The Air Canada Centre is a very important building in Toronto. It is a place where many exciting events happen. From thrilling sports matches to big music concerts, there's always something going on.
Where is the Air Canada Centre?
The arena is located right in downtown Toronto. It's easy to get to, close to many other famous places. Its address is 1909 Bay Street.
When Did the Arena Open?
Construction on the Air Canada Centre started on March 12, 1997. It was finished and opened its doors on February 19, 1999. This means it has been a major part of Toronto's sports and entertainment scene for over 20 years!
Who Owns and Runs the Arena?
The arena is owned and operated by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. This company also owns the Maple Leafs and the Raptors teams. This helps make sure the arena is always ready for big games and events.
What Sports are Played Here?
The Air Canada Centre is a multi-sport arena.
- Hockey: The Toronto Maple Leafs play all their home games here. They are a famous team in the National Hockey League.
- Basketball: The Toronto Raptors play their home games here. They are part of the National Basketball Association.
- Lacrosse: The Toronto Rock also calls this arena home. They play in the National Lacrosse League.
- Former Teams: The Toronto Phantoms, an AFL team, also played here from 2001 to 2002.
How Many People Can Fit Inside?
The arena has different seating capacities for different events:
- For basketball games, it can hold 19,800 people. With standing room, it can fit over 20,500 fans.
- For hockey and lacrosse games, it holds 18,819 people. With standing room, over 20,200 can attend.
- For concerts, the capacity is 19,800.
- For theatre shows, it can be set up for 5,200 people.
What Else Happens at the Arena?
Besides sports, the Air Canada Centre hosts many other events.
- Concerts: Many famous music artists from around the world have performed here.
- Family Shows: Events like ice shows and circuses sometimes visit.
- Special Events: It has hosted big events like the 2017 Invictus Games closing ceremonies.
Images for kids
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Map of downtown Toronto in 1858
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The Railway Lands between the Toronto waterfront and Front Street, c. 1919 the stadium site being in the centre area of this photo
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The southwest corner of Toronto Postal Delivery Building c. 1950s. The grass area in the foreground is the current location of the elevated Gardiner Expressway.
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The arena retains the eastern and southern walls of the original postal structure built, through a process of facadism.
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Air Canada Centre during construction in 1998
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A welcome message by Steve Stavro at the Leafs opening game on February 20th 1999
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In September 2014, a group of life-sized statues were installed at the southwest corner of the arena.
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Scotiabank Arena indoor entrance, the left side is the escalators for a new PATH system connection to the CIBC Square office complex
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A popular gathering point during Maple Leafs and Raptors playoff runs, the arena has a large video screen that overlooks the atrium of Maple Leaf Square.
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Flag raising during the 2017 Invictus Games closing ceremonies
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See also
In Spanish: Scotiabank Arena para niños
