A major win is coming to Saint John’s east side.
Knapper — a leading Canadian brand in ball hockey equipment, technology, and facility development — has officially broken ground on the Knapper Center Saint John, located in McAllister Industrial Park. This will be the company’s first facility outside Quebec and Ontario, marking a pivotal step in its national expansion.
Construction is underway, with the official opening planned for late spring 2026.
The new centre will feature:
Two state-of-the-art 4-on-4 ball hockey surfaces (one indoor, one outdoor)
- A modern sports pub
- Multi-use rooms for training, meetings, and community activities
- Year-round leagues for youth, adults, women, and co-ed divisions
- Training programs, school initiatives, and community events
“Saint John is a natural fit for this project,” says Patrick Bazinet, President of Knapper Partners Investment Fund. “The passion for sport is real, and we want to help elevate ball hockey while growing participation, especially among young players and women.”
The centre will create 30 to 40 new jobs and is designed to become a regional home for player development, competitions, and community engagement.
