The arena is built on the site of the former Halifax Forum, which was demolished to make way for modern urban development.
The venue hosted the 2003 IIHF World Junior Championship, marking the first time the event was held in Halifax.
The arena floor is specifically designed to be easily reconfigured between ice-based events and dry-floor events like concerts.
It has hosted legendary musical acts ranging from Elton John and Kiss to Cirque du Soleil.
The facility was rebranded from the Halifax Metro Centre to the Scotiabank Centre in 2014 following a naming rights agreement.
Scotiabank Centre is the largest multi-purpose indoor arena in Atlantic Canada, located in downtown Halifax. Originally opened in 1978 as the Halifax Metro Centre, it serves as the primary home for the Halifax Mooseheads of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League. The arena features a seating capacity of approximately 10,500 for hockey and larger configurations for concerts and trade shows. It hosts major international sporting events, professional tours, and municipal gatherings throughout the year. The facility is connected to the city's downtown pedestrian walkway system, known as the Downtown Halifax Link. Its floor space is convertible to accommodate basketball, skating, and large-scale entertainment productions.
The main exterior entrance on Argyle Street under the illuminated signage.
Check the official event calendar before arriving, as the facility is often closed to the public except during ticketed events.
Use the downtown pedestrian pedway system to access the venue during inclement weather.
Arrive early to navigate security screening lines, which can be significant during high-demand concerts or playoff hockey games.
Do not attempt to access the building's administrative offices for event tickets; all ticket sales are handled through the box office or authorized online portals.
The facility is open exclusively for ticketed events; there is no general public access on non-event days.
Standard arena behavior; professional attire is not required, but comfortable footwear is recommended for navigating steep concrete stairs.
