Seating Guide
Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa, ON
Data updated: 2025-26
Cheapest Section
$25+
Sections
5
Capacity
18,652
Canadian Tire Centre has a standard two-bowl design with 100-level lower bowl, suite level, and 300-level upper bowl. With 18,652 seats, it's a mid-size NHL arena with good sightlines throughout. The arena was built in 1996 and while not as modern as newer NHL venues, the hockey sightlines are solid. The upper bowl has a moderate rake, and even upper-level seats provide a clear view of the full ice surface.
Premium Seating Sections
Each section offers a distinct vantage point. Choose based on your priorities: proximity, comfort, atmosphere, or value.
Glass Seats / Club Level
$200 - $500+“Ice-level seats behind the glass with club access. See the game at full speed from the closest vantage point.”
The Pros
- Most immersive experience
- Club lounge access with premium food/drink
- Feel the hits through the glass
The Cons
- Premium pricing
- Glass obstructs during board play
- Low angle limits rink perspective
Lower Bowl Sideline (100-Level)
$100 - $200“Elevated sideline seats with clear views of the entire ice surface. Great for watching plays develop.”
The Pros
- Best balance of proximity and overview
- Close to benches and penalty box
- Good concourse access
The Cons
- End sections have angled views of far goal
Lower Bowl End Zone (100-Level)
$60 - $120“Behind the goal. Close to the action for shots, saves, and power plays.”
The Pros
- Affordable lower-bowl seats
- Great angle for shots on goal
- Close to the ice
The Cons
- Far-end plays harder to track
- Net can obstruct from directly behind
Upper Bowl Center (300-Level)
$40 - $70“Center-ice upper deck with a full-rink bird's-eye view. Moderate rake keeps sightlines clear.”
The Pros
- Best value seats in the arena
- Full-rink perspective
- Good atmosphere for Leafs/Habs games
The Cons
- Steep climb to upper rows
- Players appear smaller
Upper Bowl End Zone (300-Level)
$25 - $50“Upper deck end zone. Affordable entry to see NHL hockey with a full view of the ice.”
The Pros
- Most affordable seats
- Clear view of the full rink
- Energetic fan section
The Cons
- Furthest from the action
- End-zone angle limits view of near goal
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