A ceremonial puck dropped inside Dalhousie's Oulton-Stanish Centre on March 12, marking the official opening of the university's new home for varsity hockey, physiotherapy, community events, and more.
The facility's NHL-size ice surface will support competition, training, and recreational programming for athletes of all ages in the wider community.
Ceremonial puck drop with (l-r) student Grace Beer, President Kim Brooks, Dr. Bill Stanish, Ian Oulton, AVP Tim Maloney and student Robbie Forbes. (Nick Pearce photos)
"This day has been a long time coming," said Tim Maloney, Dal's assistant vice-president, Athletics and Ancillary Services, in remarks at the opening, which drew a mix of students, staff, supporters and neighbours. Construction of the Centre began in 2023 after years of planning. The new facility replaces the former Dalhousie Memorial Arena, which was demolished in 2012.
