Tennis Canada has announced plans to build a new centre-court stadium with a retractable roof in Montreal. The project is part of a major modernization of its Jarry Park facilities, home to the National Bank Open, to meet the rising standards of the professional tennis tours.
Why is a new stadium needed?
The current IGA Stadium is considered to be falling behind the standards required by the ATP and WTA tours. According to National Bank Open tournament director Valérie Tétreault, both professional tours have indicated that the Montreal facilities need upgrades, putting pressure on the organization to modernize, the Brandon Sun reported. A year-long feasibility study concluded that building a new stadium was the most responsible and forward-looking solution to secure the tournament's future in the city.
What does the proposed project include?
The plan involves constructing a new centre court with a retractable roof and an increased seating capacity of approximately 15,000, up from the current 11,991, according to CityNews Montreal. The project also aims to add up to four practice courts, an additional match court, and other facility upgrades. Sports Venue Business reports the goal is to create a three-season venue that can host competitions year-round and is better integrated with the surrounding Jarry Park.
What are the next steps?
Tennis Canada is now moving into a phase of more detailed technical and financial analysis to advance the project. The organization has started discussions with municipal, provincial, and federal governments to secure funding, as reported by the Brandon Sun. Tétreault stated that these conversations are progressing well, with all parties recognizing the economic and social importance of the event. A specific construction timeline and cost estimate have not yet been finalized.
The National Bank Open is one of the oldest tennis tournaments in the world and alternates its men's and women's events between Montreal and Toronto each year. The success of the tournament helps Tennis Canada fund the development of the sport across the country.
Sources
- Brandon Sun: Tennis Canada plans new stadium — with a roof — as part of Montreal modernization. The Canadian Press, 2026-06-23.
- CityNews Montreal: Tennis Canada plans new stadium with a roof as part of Montreal modernization. CityNews Staff, 2026-06-23.
- Puntodebreak.com: The Montreal Masters will have a new stadium with a roof. Puntodebreak.com Staff, 2026-06-24.
- Sports Venue Business (SVB): Tennis Canada reveals plans for new stadium in Montreal. SVB Staff, 2026-06-25.
- espndeportes.espn.com: Cambios importantes en Montreal con un nuevo estadio de mayor capacidad y techo retráctil. ESPN Staff, 2026-06-24.
Reported from public sources.