In the news today, rumours abound about Markham wanting to land an NHL Franchise. This would be an incredible boost to Markham's economy and establish Markham as the GTA's leader in growth. This is an exciting time to be a resident of Markham. Let's hope there is some substance to these rumours. The story first broke on AM640, a Toronto Talk Radio station. The story is attached below. Toronto/AM640 News 5/18/2011 Another NHL franchise may set up shop in the GTA according to AM640's Bill Watters.
Sources tell Watters a new arena, with seating for 19,500 is heading to the Markham Rd & Hwy 407 area, alongside a retail mall, and hotel.
The area would lie outside the 75 mile boundary of Buffalo, meaning the only team that would have to compensated for territorial infringement would be the Maple Leafs.
Calls to the Mayor of Markham's office have yet to be returned.
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Sources tell Watters a new arena, with seating for 19,500 is heading to the Markham Rd & Hwy 407 area, alongside a retail mall, and hotel.
The area would lie outside the 75 mile boundary of Buffalo, meaning the only team that would have to compensated for territorial infringement would be the Maple Leafs.
Calls to the Mayor of Markham's office have yet to be returned.
Asif Khan, Sales Representative
Member of Re/Max Hall of Fame
Re/Max All-Stars Realty Inc., Brokerage
905-888-6222