Contributed May 2006
May 9, 2006: The Mount Boucherie Multiplex will now be known as Royal Lepage Place.
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It will now officially be known as Royal LePage Place thanks to an agreement between Royal LePage Kelowna and the Regional District of Central Okanagan. The new partnership will see Royal LePage serve as the title sponsor of the new 1,520 seat arena. Construction is well underway on the facility, located at Mount Boucherie Community Centre on the Westside.
With a targeted opening for this fall, Royal LePage Place will be home to the new Westside Warriors franchise in the BCHL, and several long standing community user groups. The facility is also expected to host events ranging from concerts to tradeshows, as well as cultural and community functions including convocation ceremonies for graduates of near-by Mount Boucherie Secondary School.
The ten-year, $400,000 sponsorship agreement for Royal LePage Place will run through to July 31, 2016.
The ten-year, $400,000 sponsorship agreement for Royal LePage Place will run through to July 31, 2016.
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Royal LePage is committed to supporting the economic and social development of the entire Central Okanagan," said Francis Braam co-owner, Royal LePage Kelowna. "The multiplex is a perfect example of the community working with government to provide an excellent athletic and cultural venue. We are pleased to assist the dedicated members of the Mt. Boucherie Expansion Society in providing a facility that will serve the community for years.
Robert Hobson, Chair of the Regional District of Central Okanagan adds, “We’re delighted Royal LePage has stepped up to form this unique partnership for the Westside. Royal LePage Place will be a wonderful facility that will be a benefit for all in the community. This kind of partnership is essential in order to move our community forward. “
"We can't wait to see the facility complete and to unveil the final product and show case Royal LePage Place to everyone in the community and to visitors of the Central Okanagan” added Royal LePage Kelowna co-owner Wade Webb.
It won't be long until Royal Lepage Place is home to conventions, events, hockey, skating, and other community activities!
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It is anticipated that the name and logo markings for the venue's signs, ice surface, and various other advertising will be completed and installed before the grand opening this fall.
"The Mt Boucherie Expansion Society is very pleased to have Royal LePage join with us on this community project. Their support will help ensure key amenities are in-place at opening and that the facility will be ready for business from day one, “said Society President Rusty Ensign.
In addition to $500,000 in fundraising for capital costs, the Society has committed to raise funds for various Multiplex amenities, such as theatre-style arena seating, a centre ice clock, Ice Deck dry floor for non-ice events, a sound system and concession equipment.
Penalty box.
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“We thank Royal LePage for stepping forward as a major partner in the project”, said Ensign. “It was important that we secured a truly community-based title sponsor and Royal LePage and its members have been active supporters of the Society and project since the beginning. Their corporate leadership stands as an exemplary example within the community.”
Added Warriors President Gary Gelinas “We are very pleased to see Royal LePage, as a community-minded organization, join with the Society, RDCO and the Warriors to help make the new facility a top-rated home in the BCHL.”
Royal LePage is the largest realtor organization in the Central Okanagan and the #1 Real Estate Company on the Westside. Local partners Francis Braam and Wade Webb are proud to be involved in such a great community project.
A first look inside one of the dressing
rooms which will be located under the stands.
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Moving cement to pour foundations.
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Setting up the forms for the stands.
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