Weekend events to go ahead as planned after Scotiabank Centre fire

A fire is seen on the roof of the Scotiabank Centre in downtown Halifax on Thursday, Jan. 8. Credit: Halifax Professional Fire Fighters

By Mark Hodgins

Posted Jan 9, 2026 02:37:27 PM.

Last Updated Jan 9, 2026 02:37:30 PM.

Good news for hockey fans – it’s full steam ahead for a busy weekend in downtown Halifax.

Events East Group, which operates the Scotiabank Centre, says Thursday’s fire didn’t compromise the building’s safety.

“We’ve conducted a thorough assessment and cleaning of the building, including air quality control testing,” read a statement from Dawn Delaney, Events East’s marketing and communications director. “Safety is a top priority for us, and we are happy to confirm that our scheduled events will continue as planned this weekend.”

That fire on Thursday broke out on the exterior of the building where work is being done, according to the statement. Halifax Fire crews were able to quickly bring it under control.

Scotiabank Centre will be hosting the Halifax Mooseheads on Saturday night, and then the PWHL “Takeover Tour” hits the ice on Sunday afternoon featuring Ottawa taking on Boston.

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