Tennis Canada announced on Sunday that it intends to carry out a complete renovation of the IGA Stadium located in Jarry Park, Montreal. The proposal seeks to modernise the venue that currently hosts the annual Canadian Open tennis tournament, with the organization citing the need to align the facility with evolving standards on the professional tours.
The governing body highlighted that the stadium has begun to fall behind the expectations set by other tour venues worldwide. By undertaking a full overhaul, Tennis Canada aims to ensure the site remains competitive and capable of delivering the experience required by players, officials and spectators alike.
The plan targets the existing structure at Jarry Park, which has served as the home of the Canadian Open for several years. While specific details of the redesign have not been released, the emphasis is on bringing the arena up to date with contemporary requirements for major tennis events.
Tennis Canada’s statement underscores the strategic importance of the venue within the national and international tennis calendar. Upgrading the IGA Stadium is presented as essential for maintaining Montreal’s role as a host city on the professional circuit, and for supporting the continued growth of the sport in Canada.