In design stages for a decade before another four years of construction, the much-anticipated grand opening of Calgary’s latest showpiece has finally arrived with the unveiling of the newly expanded BMO Centre. There’s one emotion in particular that comes to mind for Kate Thompson, president and CEO of the Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC), the group behind the expansion. “Pride,” she said.
“I think the overwhelming emotion for me is pride in this place and the team. When you look at physically, the volume is impressive, the potential is really impressive.” The Calgary Stampede will open the BMO’s doors to the public June 8th and the space will host programing during the exhibition.
Joel Cowley, CEO of Calgary Stampede, says his favourite room is the “Exchange” with its 21 metre tall fireplace nestled within a 25,000 square foot space. Story continues below advertisement “It’s just striking when you walk into the building”, he said, noting the room was modelled after a hotel lobby. “This is the place where people will gather and network during conventions.
” View image in full screen The BMO Centre was handed over to the Calgary Stampede. Global News From the neon cowboy to the Stampede’s special “Brand” room, the building has a western elegance,” said Greg Newton, BMO Centre executive vice president, Greg Newton. The email you need for the day's top news stories from Canada and around the world.
“We wanted people to feel they were.
