The City of Camrose, Alberta, reopened the Max McLean Arena on March 12, 2026, following several weeks of repairs to the facility’s ice plant. The arena is once again ready for local residents to use for hockey, skating, and other ice sports.
The Max McLean Arena had been closed since early February 2026 due to technical issues with its cooling system. During the closure, workers replaced major components and flushed out the system before testing it to ensure everything was safe.
To get the rink ready for the public, staff had to rebuild the ice surface layer by layer. The timing of the reopening allows the city to host scheduled tournaments and regular bookings throughout the upcoming weekend.
According to city officials, staff worked extended hours to complete the project on time. The closure also affected the nearby curling rink, but the restoration of the ice plant allows both facilities to return to their regular operations for community sports teams and user groups.
