Fort William Gardens, Indoor arena in Thunder Bay, Canada

Fort William Gardens is a multi-purpose ice arena in Thunder Bay with seating for around 4,680 people and features an ice rink for hockey as well as space for other events. The facility hosts sports competitions, concerts, conferences, and trade shows throughout the year.

The Fort William Gardens opened on March 6, 1951, when the Fort William Canadians beat the Fort William Hurricanes 4–2 before 5,200 paid spectators, with Fred Page refereeing. It hosted the 1967 Memorial Cup, won by the Toronto Marlboros over the Port Arthur Marrs, and the Allan Cup in 1975, 1988 and 1991. Remote location and travel costs kept most teams away, though an NHL pre-season game came in 1993.

The arena has hosted Remembrance Day ceremonies, circuses and festivals, and concerts by Bob Dylan, B.B. King, Celine Dion, Rush, AC/DC, Pearl Jam and The Tragically Hip. It also staged the 1967 Memorial Cup, won by the Toronto Marlboros over the Port Arthur Marrs, and several national curling championships including the 1996 Scott Tournament of Hearts.

Ice time is typically available from September through April, depending on the sports calendar and event schedule. Visitors should check in advance what is happening to know whether the space will be accessible for their needs.

The first game at the Gardens, on March 6, 1951, drew 5,200 paid tickets as the Fort William Canadians beat the Fort William Hurricanes 4–2, with Fred Page as referee. The arena later hosted the 1967 Memorial Cup, won by the Toronto Marlboros over the Port Arthur Marrs.