What CAA Centre does

CAA Centre is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex located at 7575 Kennedy Road South in Brampton, Ontario, operated by PA Sports Centre. Built in 1998, the facility features four NHL-sized ice rinks (200' x 85'), a 5,000-seat spectator bowl with professional-grade sound and production capabilities, 27 luxury suites with in-suite food and beverage service, a 250-seat full-service restaurant (Real Stars Bar & Grill) with catering capacity for up to 280 guests, a pro shop (Route 22), and a 600 sq ft private meeting room. The venue draws more than 1.2 million visitors annually and serves a hybrid B2B/B2C customer base including adult recreational hockey leagues (True North Hockey Canada since 1990, Brampton Oldtimers Hockey League since 1980), nine partner hockey schools, professional sports tenants (Brampton Honey Badgers of the CEBL, TNA Wrestling touring events), event promoters running concerts and trade shows, and corporate clients using the restaurant, meeting room, and luxury suites for private functions.

The business operates six distinct revenue streams: (1) recurring and one-time ice rink rentals, (2) ticketed events sold through an exclusive Ticketmaster partnership, (3) food and beverage through the on-site restaurant and catering, (4) luxury suite rentals with recurring in-suite service, (5) parking lot rentals, and (6) rink-board and rink-naming advertising and sponsorships. Distribution is hybrid: direct enterprise sales (ice, venue, parking, suites), direct-to-consumer ticketing via Ticketmaster, and partnership-based programming (LiveBarn streaming, hockey schools, league operators). Technology integrations are limited to operational interoperability (LiveBarn, Ticketmaster, and HUB International for a facility-rental liability insurance program offering $2M-$5M coverage tiers). The company is privately held, has no disclosed funding history, no parent company, and operates with a core management team of approximately 11 employees in named roles (General Manager, Controller, F&B Manager, Sports Programming Co-Managers, Event Services Manager, Building Operations Manager and Supervisor, HR Manager, Event Sales Manager) supplemented by part-time and event-day staff.

Name

CAA Centre

Legal name

PA Sports Centre

Website

https://caacentre.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CAA Centre is a Brampton-based, privately operated multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex built in 1998, featuring 4 NHL ice rinks, a 5,000-seat arena, 27 luxury suites, and a restaurant, serving hockey leagues, event promoters, corporate clients, and 1.2M+ annual visitors in the Greater Toronto Area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports & Entertainment Venue Operations

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Spectator Sports (7112), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Arenas & Indoor Sports Centers (MPAKAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ice Rinks & Winter Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAG), Sports & Arena Event Venues (Stadiums, Arenas) (THAHAAAF)

Keywords

• Ice rink rentals
• Sports entertainment venue
• Hockey league programming
• Event hosting services
• Luxury suite rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Brampton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ice Rink Rentals: Hourly and contract-based ice rentals for hockey leagues, tournaments, skating programs, and private events. Offers both one-time and contract basis bookings for individuals, groups, non-profits, and corporations.
2. Ticketed Events: Revenue from concerts, wrestling events, basketball games, and other entertainment events hosted in the 5,000-seat spectator bowl through Ticketmaster ticket sales
3. Food & Beverage: Real Stars Bar & Grill restaurant operations offering full-service dining, catering, team parties, holiday events, and corporate functions for up to 280 guests
4. Luxury Suite Rentals: 27 luxury suites equipped with TV and fridge, offering in-suite food and beverage ordering with delivery service
5. Parking Lot Rentals: Parking lot rentals for events and programs in North and South lots
6. Advertising & Sponsorships: Rink board advertising opportunities and rink naming sponsorships (e.g., MAC Hockey Rink sponsorship)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CAA Centre is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex in Brampton, Ontario that rents its four NHL-sized ice rinks to hockey leagues, tournaments, and skating programs on a one-time or contract basis, and hosts ticketed spectator events such as concerts, wrestling, and basketball games in its 5,000-seat arena. The venue also operates the Real Stars Bar & Grill restaurant and provides event catering, parking lot rentals, and 27 luxury suites for premium viewing.

Product overview

CAA Centre is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex serving as Brampton's primary venue for hockey, concerts, trade shows, and basketball events. The facility features 4 NHL-sized ice rinks and operates as an integrated venue hosting the True North Hockey Canada adult league, Brampton Oldtimers Hockey League (BOHL), and a Hockey Schools program with 9 academies. On-site amenities include Real Stars Bar & Grill (a 250-seat restaurant overlooking the rinks), 27 luxury suites with in-suite service, and the Route 22 Pro Shop. The venue partners with LiveBarn for streaming content and Ticketmaster for ticketing. Additional offerings include ice and parking lot rentals, the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame, and a 600 sq ft meeting room. Over 1.2 million visitors annually use the facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Real Stars Bar & Grill: A full-service 250-seat restaurant located in the heart of the CAA Centre, providing a view of all 4 ice surfaces. It offers catering for events including team parties, holiday parties, business meetings with capacity for up to 280 guests.

Products and services

• Ice and Sports Facility Rentals Rental of four NHL-sized ice rinks (200' x 85') and parking lot spaces for sports, entertainment, and social events on one-time or contract basis for hockey leagues, tournaments, skating programs, figure skating, public skating, and private events.
• Ticketed Spectator Events Concerts, wrestling events (e.g., TNA Wrestling's Under Siege and TNA iMPACT!), basketball games (e.g., Brampton Honey Badgers CEBL), trade shows, and graduations hosted in the 5,000-seat spectator bowl with tickets sold through Ticketmaster.
• Real Stars Bar & Grill Restaurant and Catering Full-service 250-seat restaurant and bar overlooking all four ice surfaces, providing dining, catering for team parties, holiday parties, business meetings, and private events for up to 280 guests.
• Luxury Suites 27 luxury suites equipped with TV and fridge, offering in-suite food and beverage ordering and delivery service for premium event viewing.
• Route 22 Pro Shop On-site pro shop offering skate sharpening and full service equipment sales, open Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday evenings.
• Hockey Schools Program Collection of nine hockey academies and schools offering instruction in skating, shooting, goaltending, and hockey skills from professional coaches at CAA Centre (Capital Hockey, Olympic Hockey Academy, Antoine Efficiency Skating, Energy Hockey, Tim Turk Hockey, Dahan Goaltending, Sonya Skating School, Next Pro Hockey, and Score Hockey).
• True North Hockey Canada Adult League Adult recreational hockey league operating at CAA Centre since 1990, offering leagues for men and women from beginner to rep level across the GTA.
• Brampton Oldtimers Hockey League (BOHL) Recreational hockey league for players aged 35 and older, formed in 1980, operating two divisions with four teams each at CAA Centre with a 20-game schedule plus playoffs.
• LiveBarn Streaming Service Live streaming and on-demand video subscription service for watching CAA Centre events, including 30-day replay access, highlight sharing, and game downloads, available via monthly or annual LiveBarn subscription with promo code 9763-4bb4 for 10% off.
• Parking Lot Rentals Rental of North and South parking lots for events and programs at CAA Centre.
• Rink Board Advertising and Naming Sponsorships Advertising opportunities including rink board advertising and rink naming rights (e.g., MAC Hockey Rink sponsorship of the Blue Rink).
• Spectator Bowl Venue Rental 5,000-seat arena with state-of-the-art sound system, production office, warm-up area, and a 600 square foot meeting room available for private functions and large-scale events.
• CAA Centre Multi-Purpose Facility Multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex featuring four NHL-sized ice rinks, a 5,000-seat spectator bowl, and event spaces hosting hockey leagues, concerts, trade shows, graduations, and basketball events.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1.2 million people visit the CAA Centre each year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• MAC Hockey DevelopmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025MAC Hockey Development sponsorship of the Blue Rink, which will be renamed the MAC Hockey Rink. All references to the Blue Rink including billing, scheduling, and room assignments will change to MAC Hockey Rink effective December 1.
• LiveBarncoreTechnology or IntegrationCAA Centre is a LiveBarn Venue offering live streaming of events, on-demand viewing for 30 days, save and share 30-second highlights, and download entire games/practices. 10% discount offered with promo code 9763-4bb4.
• TicketmastercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial ticketing partner for all events at CAA Centre. Tickets only valid through Ticketmaster.ca. Venue listed on Ticketmaster platform for event ticket sales.
• True North Hockey CanadacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdult recreational hockey leagues operating at CAA Centre since 1990, providing professionally managed leagues for men and women from adult beginner to rep level.
• Brampton Oldtimers Hockey LeaguecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecreational hockey league for players aged 35+ formed in 1980, operating at CAA Centre with 2 divisions and 8 teams, playing 20-game schedules plus playoffs.
• HUB International HKMB LimitedsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInsurance broker providing Facility Rental User Liability Insurance Program for rental users who do not carry their own insurance. Insurance limits from $2M to $5M depending on activity risk.
• Brampton Sports Hall of FamesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated within CAA Centre, founded in 1979 to recognize Brampton residents distinguished as exceptional athletes, executives, coaches, teams, and builders. 97 athletes, 49 builders, 1 team, and 1 veteran recognized.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Advent Sportsplex: Mississauga-based multi-rink sports complex offering hockey and skating programs. Competes with CAA Centre for hockey schools and league tenants in the western GTA, though smaller spectator/event capacity.

Others

• Ticketmaster: Strategic channel partner that powers ticketing for CAA Centre's spectator events. Adjacent ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor — represents an enabling distribution and technology relationship.

Direct peers

• Coca-Cola Coliseum: Toronto-based multi-purpose arena home to the Toronto Marlies (AHL) and Toronto Rock (NLL). Comparable capacity (~8,000 seats) and similar ice/event programming, competing for GTA hockey leagues and event bookings.
• FirstOntario Centre: Hamilton-based multi-purpose arena (~17,000 seats) hosting concerts, family shows, and sports events. Comparable mid-tier Canadian arena competing with CAA Centre for regional concert and event tours in the GTHA corridor.
• Paramount Fine Foods Centre: Multi-purpose arena in Mississauga, Ontario — the closest geographic and offering peer to CAA Centre. Hosts the OHL's Mississauga Steelheads, concerts, and family shows; directly competes for GTA promoters, league tenants, and ticketed audiences.
• Tribute Communities Centre: Oshawa-based arena home to the OHL's Oshawa Generals. Similar mid-size Ontario arena with ice-rental, concert, and event programming; comparable competitive dynamics in the broader Ontario regional arena market.
• Budweiser Gardens: London, Ontario multi-purpose arena (~9,000 seats) home to the OHL's London Knights. Comparable Canadian regional arena model with ice-rental programming, luxury suites, and concert hosting — similar venue economics to CAA Centre.

Broad incumbents

• Scotiabank Arena: Toronto's flagship ~20,000-seat arena and home of the Maple Leafs and Raptors. Vastly larger capacity and NHL/NBA anchor tenants, but competes with CAA Centre for the same GTA promoter events and luxury-suite clients.
• Canlan Ice Sports: Multi-location Canadian ice-rental operator with multiple rinks across the GTA and beyond. Competes most directly on the ice-rental and youth/adult league side of CAA Centre's business, though without the 5,000-seat arena component.

Regional players

• Mattamy Athletic Centre: Toronto-based historic arena (~2,500 seats) hosting Ryerson (TMU) hockey, concerts, and community events. Comparable mixed-use urban venue but smaller footprint and different tenant mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CaaCentre
• Facebookfacebook.com/CAACentreBrampton
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caa-centre

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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