Chilliwack Coliseum Explained

Stadium Name:Chilliwack Coliseum
Former Names:Propera Centre (2004–2019)
Location:45323 Hodgins Avenue
Chilliwack, British Columbia
V2P 8G1
Coordinates:49.1697°N -121.9693°W
Suites:13
Capacity:5,000 (ice hockey)
6,000 (concerts)
Opened:September 2004
Owner:Chiefs Development Group Ltd.
Tenants:Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame (2013-present)
Chilliwack Chiefs (BCHL) (2011–present)
Chilliwack Bruins (WHL) (2006–2011)
Chilliwack Chiefs (BCHL) (2004–2006)
Seating Capacity:Ice hockey

5,000
Concerts: 6,000

Chilliwack Coliseum is a 5,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. The venue is the home of the Chilliwack Chiefs and is owned by the team's parent company, the Chiefs Development Group. It hosts various events like the Junior A ice hockey championship tournament in 2018, concerts, and trade shows.

The venue opened in 2004 and was originally called the Prospera Centre pursuant to a sponsorship agreement with the Prospera Credit Union. It was renamed the Chilliwack Coliseum in 2019 pursuant to a 5-year agreement with the City of Chilliwack.[1]

In October 2024, the venue will co-host the 2024 BCHL showcase with the Abbotsford Centre.[2] [3]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Prospera Centre is set to be renamed the Chilliwack Coliseum. 4 September 2019.
  2. News: Drewry . Brian . BCHL returns to Fraser Valley for annual Showcase . 13 July 2024 . Times Colonist . Glacier Media Group . 13 July 2024.
  3. News: Ewen . Steve . Feud for thought: Rivals Hockey Canada and BCHL provide duelling announcements . 13 July 2024 . The Province . Postmedia . 12 July 2024.