Halifax Forum's Future: Renovate or Replace?


Author: The Daily News Now! March 15, 2026 Duration: 1:20
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Halifax Forum's Future: Renovate or Replace?

The Halifax Forum, a beloved community landmark since 1927, faces a critical decision: renovate or replace. With a one hundred twenty-six million dollar renovation plan on the table, city leaders grapple with rising costs and changing needs. Local hockey enthusiast Joel Jessome, who first skated there as a child, shares his mixed feelings about the potential loss of this iconic venue. Meanwhile, Mayor Andy Fillmore proposes tearing it down to make way for affordable housing and a new two-arena facility, arguing its a more cost-effective solution.

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