Media Release: An Expression of Interest is available for the James Whyte Arena

Thorold, ON – The City is working on a long-term strategy to repurpose the property on which the James Whyte Arena is situated and expect to implement this plan in 2027. This presents an opportunity to establish an interim use for the existing building and parking space for passive and organized recreational purposes.

A call for “Expressions of Interest” (EOI) has been issued to any private or public user group wishing to rent or lease some or all the available space (22,500 sf.) for the purposes of providing recreational, cultural, or special interest programming aimed at enhancing the health, lifestyle and quality of life for Thorold residents of all ages.

The James Whyte Arena is located at 70 Ormond Street North in the downtown Thorold business district and is connected internally to the Frank Doherty Arena. Tours will be offered of this facility to interested parties on the following date:
Wednesday, May 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

If you are interested in this opportunity, you can learn more and fill out a downloadable PDF at https://www.thorold.ca/arenas which needs to be emailed to community.services@thorold.ca by Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

Media Inquiries:

Natalie Stickles
Community Relations Specialist, Office of the CAO

natalie.stickles@thorold.ca
905-227-6613 ext. 439