Wasaga Beach Arena - Wasaga Beach, Ontario

Ang E.

Facility looks great - clean, well lit and laid out. However, they have insufficient parking for a big event. Can’t imagine if things were happening on both ice pads. Needed parking attendants to ensure traffic flow moves smoothly and when full, to notify incoming cars they need to go elsewhere and where the overflow is. The show was delayed until everyone got thru the line as we were funnelled thru 1 door. Will I come back again? Very likely. The facility is well laid out. Seats are comfortable. And Liz Manley had a superb lineup of skaters. Thank you Liz!!!

Brian K.

First time at this beautiful arena.I love the walking path over the hockey rink.I went there every day.I was up for a visit.Clean friendly, very quiet, free parking.Definitely going back the next time I go up

J. L.

Great new library and arena, fun collaboration of spaces.
Love the library's set up and staff! Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Lots of space for different groups and great workshops. Great space for kids to read and play.
Skate Sharpening also available at the 400 Skate Shop. (See photos for limited hours)
Indoor Walking Track, above the ice rink. And a small mini rink for the kids to play mini stick hockey.

Celeste P.

I wanted to share my experience at Wasaga Star Arena following a game on Sunday, July 13, 2025, against the Whalers. The level of aggression and poor sportsmanship displayed by the opposing team, particularly players 77, 16, and 19, was beyond what should ever be tolerated in hockey.

Throughout the game, players from the Whalers team specifically targeted our Alpine team members, particularly number 12 and number 13. While hockey can be rough, this went far beyond normal aggression. One player repeatedly slashed, shoved, and hit Alpine’s number 12, and when that player attempted to defend himself, the Whalers player violently smashed his stick across his back and head with such force that it broke! This is not acceptable behavior in hockey, and it’s a clear example of assault. Another incident involved a Walers player deliberately hitting Alpine’s number 10 in the wrist with their stick, which caused an injury that is still being medically assessed.

Despite these violent actions, the referees did not take appropriate action, nor did they issue warnings or penalties. The game continued without addressing these dangerous and unsportsmanlike behaviors, which is highly concerning.

This was not just a matter of aggressive play; it felt like these actions were ignored and even excused due to the nature of the teams. The Whalers team, being local, had a level of familiarity with the arena, the referees, and the coordinators, which led to us feeling like our concerns were dismissed. Additionally, it was disturbing to hear that when Alpine players tried to report the assault, they were threatened with local authority connections, with comments like, “It’s just hockey, and we know the cops.” It felt as though there was a racial bias at play, as Alpine’s team is made up of predominantly Indigenous, Black, and multiracial players. We couldn’t help but feel that if the roles were reversed, these violent actions would not have been tolerated in the same way at all.

When the referees and coordinators defend these actions, citing their NHL experience, it does not excuse their failure to ensure player safety or maintain fairness. Experience in a professional setting should not allow for the complete disregard of safety protocols, nor should it condone bias or discrimination.

The fact that these incidents were ignored is deeply troubling. I do not recommend supporting a facility or organization that allows players to be targeted, injuries to be ignored, and racial discrimination to go unaddressed. It is clear that both the referees and coordinators failed in their duties to protect the players, and that needs to be addressed for the safety and integrity of the game.

Update player #10 has a broken wrist. Still at the hospital seeking medical care.

terrance M.

Great new arena, Library and community complex. Love the indoor walking/running track. Great for those walks with mom. She likes the safety and flat service to get some exercise on.

B O.

Clean and fresh double rink and library. Even had an in-house Tim Hortons for a snack after our skate.

Sue R.

Great venue...Collingwood Collegiate Institute (HS) graduation held on the large covered ice rink

Lisa G.

Super new and clean space. Warm viewing area And a tim Hortons inside the building