Sideline Chat: Waterloo Region’s Sports Offerings Keep Growing

The southern Ontario destination of Waterloo, Canada is stepping up its game when it comes to hosting sports events.

In this Sideline Chat filmed at the TEAMS Conference & Expo, Allister Scorgie, director of sport hosting for Explore Waterloo Region, shares how the destination’s investment in sports tourism (including grant efforts, facilities and more) has paid off, attracting larger and newer events to the destination. He shares details about the two multisport recreational centers slated to open in 2026, as well as its 8,000-seat arena anchor facility that has kept sports events coming here.

Watch the video above to learn more!