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FIFA announced on March 3, 2011 that Canada would host the 2015 Women’s World Cup. The Canadian Soccer Association (CSA) will now be seeking between four – six cities across the country to host the games. A host city is required to provide an outdoor venue with a minimum seating capacity of 20,000, which can include a mix of temporary and permanent seating.
The work of the successful RFP proponent is expected to be complete in June 2011. This will provide HRM with a comprehensive business planning and financial feasibility analysis – including input from citizens, sport and recreation groups and potential partners.
As part of Phase 1 of the HRM Stadium Analysis Project, HRM and the Project Steering Committee is hosting three Public Open Houses during the first week of June 2011. For additional information please click the link below. We look forward to having you drop into any of these dates as all are welcome. Public Open Houses - HRM Stadium Analysis Phase 1
Dates/Times and Locations for the Public Open Houses
June 6, 2011 from 6:30–8:30 pm Halifax Forum, 2901 Windsor St., Halifax
(Maritime Hall, entrance off Almon Street)
June 8, 2011 from 6:30–8:30 pm Cole Harbour Place, 51 Forest Hills Parkway
(Forest Room)
June 9, 2011 from 6:30–8:30 pm LeBrun Recreation Centre, 36 Holland Dr., Bedford
(Lions’ Den)
Refreshments provided
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In early July 2011, if a sustainable business model can be developed that meets with Council approval, Council would then determine if HRM will move on to Phase 2. This intermediate stage would involve site selection, building program, design and more detailed facility costing. Public engagement would be included throughout Phase 2.
If approved by council, the next phase – Phase 3 – would consist of final design and approval of a construction project to build a stadium.
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