The City of Kelowna is looking for a new group to take over Prospera Place.

sa国际传媒淚 would like to express my sincere gratitude to GSL, the current owner-operator of Prospera Place, for their management of this key community facility for the past 24 years,sa国际传媒� said Mayor Tom Dyas in a news release. sa国际传媒淕SL has been a valuable partner in bringing entertainment, culture, and sports to our city, and we appreciate their contribution to our vibrant downtown.sa国际传媒�

The agreement between GSL and the city expires in 2029.

However, the city has informed GSL Group that a planning and investment strategy for the facility, with a new partner, will begin shortly.

sa国际传媒淭he city has made this decision to maximize the life of the facility and ensure that it continues to provide the greatest benefit to our community,sa国际传媒� the release further states. sa国际传媒淭his strategy will also allow for much-needed improvements that would allow the city to attract major events to our community throughout the year.sa国际传媒�

This includes attracting high-profile entertainment, major sporting events, and meeting the needs of the Kelowna Rockets.

sa国际传媒淧rospera Place can continue to be a key contributor to the economic future of our community and the quality of life of our citizens, and we want to make sure that it remains competitive and relevant in the marketplace,sa国际传媒� Dyas added.

The 6,886-seat Prospera Place opened in 1999.

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