Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena



The Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena is an indoor arena located in Hamilton, Ontario. The arena was originally named the Parkdale Arena.

On June 9, 2005, the city of Hamilton, Ontario, honoured Hamilton native Pat Quinn at a special ceremony at Parkdale Arena, on the corner of Main Street East and Parkdale Avenue North, where the arena was officially renamed the Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena. On June 8, 2006, Quinn returned to his hometown in Hamilton to accept an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from McMaster University. He addressed the convocation of Social Sciences graduates, saying that "education is a toolbox to make career changes. It is good advice for you to follow your dreams, listen to your heart and obey your passion".