Canada's largest supermarket chain confirmed today it is in talks with Ryerson University concerning the future development of the former National Hockey League shrine.
Loblaw Cos. Ltd., which bought the historic building in 2004, has said it plans to open a flagship supermarket in the former hockey shrine, a move that drew protests from some hockey fans.
Partnering with Ryerson, which has for some time been in search of an arena for its hockey team, could dampen the outcry.
"Loblaw Cos. Ltd. is in discussions with Ryerson University regarding the possible future joint use of Maple Leaf Gardens. The discussions are still in progress and we do not have any information to share at this time. Updates regarding our discussions will be provided as appropriate," Inge van den Berg, Loblaw senior vice-president corporate affairs, confirmed in an email today.
Source: Thestar.com
This sounds like a good idea to me, but there are obviously many details to work out. In the mean time it would be nice if Loblaws would at least keep the place clean and decent looking for tourists, and those of us who live here and like the old gardens.
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