Kingsway Entertainment District
2500 Kingsway Blvd P3B 2G2 Greater Sudbury, ON, Canada

2022 brings in a new library for the people of Queens, New York. This new library is around twice the size of the previous one that has not been available since 2018. 18,000 ft.. The design of this was done by Snohetta, also known four-door Norwegian national opera and ballet 38.5k square-foot building located in Oslo, Norway. ... The library will open its doors on top of an outgrown 1968 building that had previously been used as a relief centre during the 2012 hurricane Sandy disaster. If you like these posts please comment, share, and turn notifications on.

UPDATE Genesis has entered into an agreement with Kingsway Entertainment District Inc. to develop and construct a flagship hotel in conjunction with Gateway Casinos and the City of Greater Sudbury at the KED. This hotel will represent a major investment in the City of Greater Sudbury. Get the latest updates on what’s happening with the Kingsway Entertainment District by subscribing to our newsletter!

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we’re heading to New York to visit The Oculus! The Oculus is the newly constructed World Trade Center Transportation Hub, replacing the PATH train station that was destroyed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Architect Santiago Calatrava designed the extravagant winged structure to combine symbolism and function. From street level, the steel and glass structure resembles a giant white bird taking flight. This represents the World Trade Center ris...ing like a phoenix after the tragic terrorist attacks, and stands as a symbol for the resiliency of New York. The combination of glass, colour, and design used for the wings serve to light up the interior of the underground station on sunny days. This light also has a symbolic function. The wings are aligned perfectly so that every September 11th at 10:28 AM (the time the second tower fell) sunlight is perfectly aligned with the longitudinal axis of the Oculus. Representing the end of the tragedy and the beginning of reconstruction. What do you think about this thoughtful hub of transportation?

The exciting $200M Kingsway Entertainment District project was viable 4 years ago, last year, and remains as such today.

For this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we’re off to see The Wave in Vejle, Denmark. Designed by Henning Larsen Architects, this apartment complex has become a new visual landmark for Vejle. The design of the Wave was influenced by the unique landscape of the surrounding area. While Demark is known for having mostly flat landscapes, Vejle is surrounded by rolling hills and the building itself is situated on the banks of a lively fjord. This 14,000 square metre housing project wa...s recently completed after an 11-year construction process. Ground was initially broken for the building in 2006. Two out of the five towers were completed before the 2008 global financial crisis forced construction to halt. Progress would not resume until 2015, sadly this was two years after the original architect Henning Larsen had passed away. The remaining build team worked hard to finally bring Larsen’s original vision to life. The building now stands with 100 apartments spaced out between the five towers. The peak of each tower contains a double-height penthouse apartment. The distinct wave facade is formed using pieces of terracotta rain-screen cladding, which looks like one solid sheet from a distance. This building is an incredible example of how an environment can influence design. What are your thoughts on this creative residence?

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we’re going down under to visit one of the most iconic buildings of the 20th century, The Sydney Opera House! The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center located on the banks of the Sydney Harbour. This behemoth of engineering sits on 4.4 acres of land and reaches the height of a 22-storey building at its tallest point. The multiple performance venues host over 1,500 performances annually, attended by more than 1.2 mil...lion people. The design for the Opera House was chosen through an anonymous competition, similar to a tryout or a job interview. Danish architect Jørn Utzon was relatively unknown in his field at the time, and the sketches he submitted of his concept for the Opera House were bare-bones compared to other entries. However, the selection committee was blown away by his concept. The shell-like structures surrounding the internal performance venues were way ahead of their time. When construction started in 1959, several structural problems were still unsolved. Several years and 12 iterations later, Utzon and his engineering team partners came up with a ribbed system of precast concrete shells created from sections of a sphere. The shells would later be covered with 1,056,066 ceramic tiles made in Sweden to give them the look of white sails. The project finished after 14 years, opening on October 20th, 1973. Is visiting this performance powerhouse on your bucket list?

Take two minutes today to pay respects to all those who have fought for our country. Their sacrifices have given all of us more than we could possibly know. We are eternally grateful to all those who have served. Thank you all.

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we’re studying at the Kansas City Public Library! The most striking feature of this building is the giant bookshelf façade on the south wall of the building. Each book spine measures 25 feet by 9 feet and is made out of signboard mylar. The structure is made up of 22 books that were submitted by local readers and selected by The Kansas City Public Library Board of Trustees. The titles selected range from literary classics to renowned children’s books such as Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson, and Winnie the Pooh by A. A. Milne. What do you think of this fascinating façade?

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Lots of exciting news today! We’re getting so close to being able to kick this party off! https://www.sudbury.com//process-to-select-third-party-man

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For this week’s EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD we’re putting on our spookiest costume for Halloween! This Sunday people of all ages will be celebrating by dressing up, carving wicked pumpkins, watching spine-chilling movies, or eating handfuls of fun-sized snacks. Halloween originated from a Celtic celebration of the new year. During this time it was believed that the wall between the mortal world and the spirit world was at its weakest. Some would leave space at the table that... day to allow passed on relatives to join them for dinner. To help guide the souls to their door they would leave out turnips or potatoes with faces carved into them. In the 1800’s millions of Irish immigrants settled in Canada, bringing what we now know as Halloween with them. The phrase trick-or-treat actually has Canadian origins. In 1927 a newspaper in Alberta reported pranksters were going door to door demanding for either a trick or treat. What is your favourite Halloween memory? Let us know!

NEW BLOG POST We're taking a look at the history of development on the Kingsway! Get the latest updates on what’s happening with the Kingsway Entertainment District by subscribing to our newsletter! https://www.kingswayentertainmentdistrict.com//how-costco-

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we’re travelling to Paris to visit the Fondation Louis Vuitton! This massive art gallery was designed by the legendary architect Frank Gehry. The design of the building was inspired by glass greenhouses and by the image of a sailing ship. That inspiration led to the building being made of two separate types of structures. Twelve large glass and steel sails surround the concrete core nicknamed the Iceberg where a majority of the art is held. The sails not only give dynamic reflections of light and the surrounding water for those outside the gallery but also gives guests inside a spectacular view of the beautiful landscape. What are your thoughts on this spectacular gallery?

It's GIVEAWAY time! This holiday season, we want to set you up with two free shirts - one Wolves and one Five! Here's how you enter: Step 1: Like this post Step 2: Tag a friend in the comments Step 3: Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages @kedsudbury... Step 4: Share this post! Contest runs till December 23rd! Best of luck and happy holidays from the KED team!

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we visit the Burj Al Arab in Dubai! This luxurious hotel is located on a human-made island and costs over $3,000 per night. Built in 1999, this building was designed to reflect the seafaring heritage of Dubai, which is why it resembles a sail. Who wants to stay here?

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN It’s paper or screens: READING vs WATCHING TV! Which is your favourite? Comment below and let us know what you’ve been watching or reading!

On this week’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD we visit the Olympic Stadium in Montreal! This was built for the 1976 Olympic games and is also known as "The Big O", referring to both the Olympics and the circular shape of its roof. The stadium now serves as a multipurpose facility for special events, including concerts and trade shows! Have you been?

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN We settle the longest running feud of all time: CATS vs DOGS! Which do you prefer and why? Let’s hear it. Comment below and let your voice be heard!

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we visit the upcoming Clayton Community Centre in Surrey, British Columbia. This space will combine arts and culture programming, featuring a fitness centre, library, café, performing hall, and parks! One of the most eye-catching features of this building, the roof and building envelope, is meant to mimic a tree canopy, as the building is surrounded by forestry. This centre is set to be complete some time in 2021! What do you think of this building?

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN It’s the battle of the morning hot beverages: COFFEE vs TEA! Which do you prefer and why? Comment below and let us know which is your favourite!

Today’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD is the newest of the stadiums we have featured so far! We are taking a look at the Las Vegas Raiders' Allegiant Stadium, which was completed in August of this year. The stadium cost almost 2 billion dollars and is one of the most innovative stadiums today, with its horseshoe-shaped seating arrangement and an opening on one end to offer a view of the Las Vegas Strip. Who wants to go?!

Sticking to the theme of buildings in London, England this week, today’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD focuses on Wembley Stadium! Opened in 2007, this stadium is home to the England National Football Team and can seat 90,000 people. The stadium has a circumference of 1 kilometer and contains 34 bars, 8 restaurants, 688 food and drink service points and 98 kitchens! Wow!

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN It’s adrenaline or relaxation: BEACH vs AMUSEMENT PARK! Which would you rather do? Comment below and let us know which one you prefer and why!

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we are focusing on another building designed by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright! This time, we are going to the Guggenheim Museum in New York. This was one of his last projects and was opened to the public 6 months after his death in 1959. The reason for the building's circular look is because all 6 floors of it are one continuous ramp, as Wright wanted to make it "one great space on a continuous floor." Have you been?

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN How do you prefer to watch a movie? We're matching up watching a movie at the THEATRE vs AT HOME! Which do you prefer and why? Comment below and let us know which is your favourite!

On this week’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD we visit the Ericsson Globe in Sweden! Built in 1989, this stadium has the title of being the largest spherical building in the world. It can host up to 16,200 spectators and also includes a hotel, office spaces, and a shopping centre! Who wants to go?

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Today’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD brings us to South Africa, where we visit Cape Town Stadium! It was built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and can seat over 58,000 people. The translucent outer shell of the stadium is meant to absorb and reflect the changing atmosphere of the daylight. It primarily serves as a football and rugby stadium, but has also hosted many big concerts over the years. What are your thoughts on this stadium?

This Remembrance Day, we salute Canada's Veterans #CanadaRemembers

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we visit another award winning building in Toronto! This eye-catching building is a part of OCAD University, known as the Sharp Centre for Design, which stands above the main campus with its 12 multi-coloured steel legs. This unusual design is best described as a black and white tabletop structure! Have you been?

On this weeks EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD, we visit one of the newest NHL arenas: the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This state of the art facility was built in 2016 and is where the Vegas Golden Knights play. This building, much like Vegas, is very flashy and eye catching with its 9,000-square-foot LED screen on the outside of the building. It also has nightclubs in the upper rafters and many luxury suites. All we can say is... WOW!

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN With the holidays approaching, how do you prefer to do your shopping? It’s ONLINE SHOPPING vs SHOPPING IN-STORE! Which is your favourite? Comment below and let us know which one you prefer and why!

On this week of AMBITIOUS BUILDERS, we are focusing on the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France. Designed by architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers, this groundbreaking structure was built in 1971. The building is so large, it houses a public library, the Museum of Modern Art, and a centre for music and acoustic research. Fun Fact: this building was the inspiration behind the original Nike Air Max 1 shoe!

Today’s EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD brings us to AAMI Park in Melbourne, Australia. It utilizes a bioframe design and geodesic dome roof which provides spectators with shade. The design does not require many support structures allowing for unobstructed views for spectators. Would you like to go here?

On this week’s AMBITIOUS BUILDERS we visit the Halifax Public Library! It’s cantilevers are what makes it look like four rectangular shapes placed on top of one another. The building acts as a hybrid library, containing a performance space, two cafés, gaming stations, music studios and more! Who wants to visit?

On this weeks SUNDAY SHOWDOWN Its the battle of the two seasons: HIKING IN THE SUMMER vs SNOWSHOEING IN THE WINTER. Both excellent activities, but only one can be champion and YOU decide! Comment below which is your favourite!

On this week's SUNDAY SHOWDOWN It’s the battle of the desserts: CAKE vs PIE! Which is your favourite? And what’s your favourite type? Comment below and let us know which one you prefer!

In honour of the NFL season starting back up, this weeks EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD is taking a look at the AT&T stadium. This stadium is home to the Dallas Cowboys and, much like the Rogers Centre, has a retractable roof! It seats 81,000 people and features one of the largest jumbotrons in the NFL! Who is excited for this football season?

Today’s focus on EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD was finished in September of this year and will be one of the buildings used for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. It’s called Sofi Stadium and will also be home to the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers. The design for this stadium is revolutionary, as it blurs the line between indoors and outdoors. Who’s excited for the Olympics?

On this week of AMBITIOUS BUILDERS, we are highlighting the Heydar Aliyev Center! It was built in 2007 and is most recognized for its unique use of curves and lack of hard edges in its shape. It was designed by Zaha Hadid and within it, has a conference hall, gallery hall and museum. The reasoning behind this design was to make the building act as a symbol, displaying Azerbaijans nation-building and the countrys economic development and modernization.

Hope everyones enjoying the long weekend! Its time for a new weekly segment: SUNDAY SHOWDOWN This week, were matching up two Sudbury lakes with a history going way back: LAKE RAMSEY vs LAKE WANAPITEI. Ramsey once held the title of the largest lake in the world completely contained within the boundaries, until it was stripped of it by Wanapitei when the city of Sudbury amalgamated. Now, we are putting these two head to head once again.... Which is your favourite? Comment below and let the showdown begin!

Its now time for us all to put this behind us and work together to grow Greater Sudbury, Dario Zulich

On this weeks EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD, we bring you to the Beijing National Stadium. It served as one of the buildings for the 2008 Summer Olympics and will also be used for the opening and closing ceremonies at the upcoming Winter Olympics. This building got its nickname The Birds Nest for obvious reasons. The building contains twisting steel sections that look very web-like and form the roof. We cannot wait to see this building used again for the upcoming Olympics. Are you excited?

"Were confident in the future and I think council will see it that way." -Dario Zulich Dario had fun chatting with CBC Sudbury the other day! Check out the full interview here: https://www.cbc.ca//sudb/kingsway-arena-proposal-1.5708203

On this weeks installment of AMBITIOUS BUILDERS, we focus on a Canadian achievement with the Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg! This building was designed by famous Canadian architect Etienne Gaboury and built in 1976. The Mint produces circulation and collectors coins, and also stores precious metals. This modern style with sharp edges and reflective glass is certainly eye catching and we love it!

SPACE TO GROW Have you ever tried on a pair of shoes one size too small ? Has that ever happened to you when its the last pair left? At first you only kinda wanted the shoes but now, for some bizarre reason, you REALLY WANT THOSE SHOES! This can be a bit of a nightmare in these moments. You start to tell yourself some comically good lies. My toes will get used to it, the shoes will stretch out, if I curl my toes it will be fine. These are just the lies our subconscious b...rain tells us so that we give in to our emotional reaction. Its not actually a good strategy. The truth is, buying those shoes would be a big mistake. A pair of shoes too small today are still too small tomorrow. Do you know what feels great? Putting on a pair of shoes that fit perfectly. They fit and they match your wardrobe. Now, we are cooking like a BBQ in the middle of summer. Why are we so excited about the Kingsway location? Elbow room, theres lots of it. Not only are we planning for the needs of social distancing in public but we are planning to create a ton of jobs. This isnt just a build an arena and we are done situation. This is a district that will become one of the economic and cultural engines of the community. Built to complement the already existing communities within Greater Sudbury. This is not a scarcity mindset project. This is a mission of abundance. This is not about a pair of shoes that dont fit. This is about creating shoes fit for everyone. The KED team operates two of the biggest sporting attractions (The Sudbury Five + Sudbury Wolves) in the city and we are laced up and ready to build an ICONIC event district that will still have space to grow. This post was inspired by the brilliant Keith Cunningham quote A PAIR OF SHOES THAT DOESNT FIT IS NOT A BARGAIN AT ANY PRICE #GROWGREATER

EVENT CENTRES FROM AROUND THE WORLD!! The Richmond Olympic Oval is an award winning facility built for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, located in the City of Richmond. What makes this building unique is its all-timber roof, one of the largest in the world. It was built for speed skating, but after the Olympics was turned into a sports and wellness center.

In this weeks segment of AMBITIOUS BUILDERS is the spectacular Fallingwater Located in Pennsylvania, it was designed by acclaimed architect Frank Lloyd Wright and built in 1937! The building does not interfere with the waterfall running beneath it, embracing the natural world surrounding it in the Bear Run Nature Reserve. This site is one of the greatest architectural triumphs of the 20th century and the design still holds up to this day. It now serves as a historic site and is open to the public. What are your thoughts on this building?

Every Friday we will be focusing on different event centers around the world that are unique in different ways in a segment we are calling EVENT CENTERS AROUND THE WORLD. Today, we are highlighting the Santiago Bernabu Stadium, where the Real Madrid play. This stadium will be state of the art upon completion, with a screen wrapping around the inside, so people at the game can see it from any angle, as well as luxury lounges located at the top with a stunning view of the gardens that will be added below. This is what the exterior will look like once it is finished and we cannot wait! #eventcenter #stadium #sportsarena #sports #sportsnation #hockey #basketball #entertainment #entertainmentcenter #center #growgreater #sudbury #greatersudbury #northernontario #sudburyontario #sudburywolves #sudburyfive #ked #kingsway

AMBITIOUS BUILDERS We have decided to create a new weekly series while we move through the necessary stages of one of Sudburys most ambitious projects. The series, not surprisingly, will be called Ambitious Builders. We will share a variety of interesting and unique builds from around the world. There are so many clever builders in this world and we want to showcase as many as possible. They are so inspiring and we want to learn from and them and celebrate their achievemen...ts. Today, we are launching with this ingenious workspace. Although this was built in 1980 we feel like a lot of us, as of late, can relate to the at-home work set up. Philip Johnson took it to the next level when he built himself a glasshouse working space. Hopefully, he wasnt big on throwing stones. What do you think, would you enjoy working in a space like this?

Dario Zulichs heart is pounding as OHL gives green light for 2020 season (headline)... Yup, you can say that twice! Who else is excited about this news?

I still believe that these sports teams are the spirit of our city. I believe these teams represent the soul of our city, something that the whole city of Sudbury can rally around and support, not unlike the way countries support their teams during the Olympics. It brings the people of cities together and it reflects their confidence and their outlook on the future. Dario Zulich

Stay tuned for some very interesting news coming soon...

With the wide spread Greater Sudbury support the True North Strong Project received from the public over the past couple years, its only fitting to share the history made tonight! The vision was to redefine the sports and entertainment landscape for northeastern Ontario and western Quebec and tonight those that want to cheer for true north Basketball can with the The Sudbury Five Who won their first game tonight in Windsor over the express! Congrats to Coach Stutz and the ...team for playing a full 48minutes and never doubting for a second! #5 #kingsoftheunderground https://www.facebook.com/1973054166263633/posts/2307872649448448/

With the election behind us and the council effectively the same, the process should continue to unfold as we continue to move forward. Originally, we saw sports and entertainment different and we were commuted tot he vision! We are gearing up for NOVEMBER 22 home opener at the Sudbury Arena, when The Sudbury Five and #ROCKMONSTER make NORTHERN SPORTS HISTORY!!!

And here we are, less than a week from learning how we, our community, will direct a new council on all things for a better GREATER SUDBURY! From wards and candidates to Mayoral candidates, and all of council, this election has boiled down to the hottest topic this city has seen in more than a decade: Whats become known as Kingsway Entertainment District - KED Kudos to council for taking their strategic vision and leading change the past four years. ... Thanks to Heather at sudbury.com for putting this video history together...a decent account of the short history of whats become KED. From large transformational project when council asked the community for Bold, Creative, Innovative Ideas in November 2015.....we made our pitch for a transformational Project on the Kingsway, something everyone could enjoy and we thought it was true, north and strong! Remember what you want your city to look like and make sure have your voice heard next week. #kingswayalltheway https://www.sudbury.com//video-the-brief-and-complicated-h

Go Wolves Go TODAY AT 3:05PM! Revenge vs the Barrie Colts!... https://www.facebook.com/121574009801/posts/10156908793289802/

After winning game 1 in Guelph last night 4-2, the Wolves travel to Owen Sound to take on the Attack in 10 minutes Listen in at www.mixlr.com/sudburywolves

BREAKING: Council affirms direction on KED with 11-1 support. Councillor brings motion forward to stop the KINGSWAY ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT. Councillor then declares conflict of interest?... Council votes 11-1 showing stronger favour for the KED than for the Original TRUE NORTH STRONG support (10-2) by gaining the favour of a councillor who voted for the alternative option originally. #KingswayALLTHEWAY

Confirmation of continued commitment to the Kingsway Entertainment District by the biggest private sector partner. #Kingswayalltheway https://www.thesudburystar.com//gateway-casino-says-its-co

Next on the dock, BLASTED ROCK! #kingswayALLTHEWAYBABY https://www.thesudburystar.com//column-sudbury-arena-proje

HEY THERE FRIENDS OF THE KINGSWAY ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT, THE SUDBURY WOLVES SISTER TEAM, The Sudbury Five were excited to announce the selection of LOGAN STUTZ as the first HEAD COACH AND GM of the Franchise. #HISTORY WE WILL START IN THE HISTORIC BUILDING and GROW IN TIME FOR THE NEW EVENT CENTRE and INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT!... #BETRUE #BENORTH #BESTRONG #THEFIVE #5

Introducing......the 5! https://www.facebook.com/TheSudburyFive/videos/2164553143780400/

Tomorrow its here, its finally here! #weareready

And then there were 4!

#THENORTHISCOMING #WETHETRUENORTHSTRONG #SudburyBasketball get ready #NBLC #AllOne

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For those interested this evening at 9pm there will be a grass roots gathering at the front doors of the Sudbury Arena. Your Wolves Hockey team and the Sudbury Arena team will be there to support the public who wish to share their collected grief of the tragedy Friday night involving the Humboldt Broncos. #WEAREBRONCOSTRONG

Friends of TRUE NORTH STRONG: Passionate citizens believe in the vision we put forth over two years ago and given the good news this week with planning committee recommending both planning changes to the property to add zoning for a public arena on the lands as well as a place of amusement in the form of a casino. People want to show their support so we thought wed share what the public want to show. ... Pledge here and share your support. Plan to visit council on April 10th. https://www.change.org/p/people-of-greater-sudbury-city-c/w

Another step forward in the process as the whole city moves forward together on the new event centre. https://www.sudbury.com//councillors-ok-criteria-for-arena