Toronto minor hockey league gets one more season at Weston Lions Arena

The local hockey association has been granted one more season to play at Weston Lions Arena as they search for a new home. Lesley Bannard, who runs the minor hockey organization, expressed relief and hope for the future. The arena was at risk of losing its ice rink to MLSE LaunchPad, but after community support surged, the league was given one more season. Plans for the arena's future are still undisclosed, with efforts to find a new home for the 2026-27 season underway.

Weston Lions Arena has been a significant part of the community for 75 years, with over 100 players in the house league. The league's plea for a chance to survive was heard, leading to the extension of their stay at the arena. While final decisions are pending, community input will play a vital role in shaping the arena's future.

For Bannard, who has deep personal connections to the arena, this upcoming season holds sentimental value. Reflecting on the memories made at Weston Lions Arena, she sees this season as an opportunity to bid farewell if it comes to an end.

According to the source: CP24.