The City of Oshawa has announced a $50 million investment to modernize the Tribute Communities Centre (TCC), in partnership with the Oshawa Generals Hockey Club and Oak View Group.
The agreement, announced yesterday, also includes a new prime location for the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame.
According to the city, the $50 million project will not impact the tax rate, and will be funded through the new partnership agreements, the Municipal Accommodation Tax, and additional seat revenue. Construction is expected to begin in 2027 and will be phased over two years to minimize disruptions.
The historic deal ensures the Generals will continue to call Oshawa home for the next three decades. It also extends Oak View Group’s role as operator of the city-owned TCC and includes their $1 million investment in infrastructure improvements, such as a modernized concession area.
As part of the project, the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame will be relocated to a new, high-visibility location in front of the TCC, offering 24/7 public exposure to its exhibits and further promoting the city’s rich sports history.
Modernization plans for the TCC include:
- Expanded main entrance
- Interior renovations and fan experience upgrades
- Seating for a minimum of 7,000
- Enhanced player amenities
- Readiness to host high-profile events like the Memorial Cup
At the official announcement, Mayor Dan Carter, city councillors, Oshawa Generals Owner Rocco Tullio, Vice President and General Manager Roger Hunt, Oak View Group President Greg O’Dell, and OHL Commissioner Bryan Crawford were in attendance. Signed Oshawa Generals jerseys were presented to the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame to commemorate the milestone.
The TCC, opened in 2006, has hosted over seven million visitors and major events including Elton John, KISS, Jerry Seinfeld, the 2015 Pan American Games, and the 2023 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships.
The Oshawa Generals, founded in 1937, have been a core part of the city’s identity with a storied legacy that includes five Memorial Cups, 13 OHL championships, and hockey legends like Bobby Orr, Eric Lindros, and John Tavares.
According to the city, the modernization aligns with ongoing infrastructure upgrades across the Ontario Hockey League, as other cities—such as Kitchener, London, Brantford, and Sudbury—also invest in their hockey facilities amid a broader league expansion and NCAA eligibility changes.