Explosion Destroys Part of Taber Arena in Southern Alberta

Explosion leaves Taber, Alta., without hockey rink

Investigators are still trying to find what caused the blast after it turned several walls in the town's community centre to rubble.

Explosion forces closure of Southern Alberta arena

An explosion at Taber’s community centre on Wednesday has forced the closure of the town’s arena facilities and curling club.

Explosion destroys part of Taber Arena in southern Alberta

Town officials believe an explosion destroyed part of Taber Arena late Wednesday afternoon.

Blast at Alberta rink cracked concrete block walls, but no one was injured

TABER - An explosion that rocked an ice rink in southern Alberta was so powerful it shifted some walls, according to town officials, although no injuries were reported.

Explosion At Taber Community Centre Causes “substantial” Damage - Bridge City News - December 19, 2025

Residents near the town of Taber’s Community Centre were rocked Wednesday afternoon when an explosion pierced through the facility. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but crews and investigators say the blast caused substantial damage to the arena and curling rinks. BCN’s Landon Hickok has more on this story.

‘Substantial damage’ after explosion in Taber’s Community Centre

The Town of Taber is continuing to provide updates following a serious incident at the Community Centre.They s...