Vancouver Canadians' stadium to be called Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium
The Vancouver Canadians and Rogers Communications Inc. have announced a five-year agreement that will see the Canadians’ home park named Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium. Photo: Vancouver Canadians
April 18, 2023
Official Vancouver Canadians News Release
VANCOUVER, BC –The Vancouver Canadians and Rogers Communications Inc. today announced the debut of Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium as part of a five-year agreement that runs through the 2027 season.
Building on a partnership that spans more than a decade, Rogers becomes the official naming rights partner of the Canadians. The field at Nat Bailey Stadium, originally built in 1951 and given its current moniker in 1978, will now be known as Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium.
“We’re proud to be growing our partnership with the Vancouver Canadians and to welcome fans to the newly named Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium, said Tony Staffieri, president and CEO of Rogers Communications. “We’re committed to helping the next generation of players reach their full potential and supporting local communities through our expanded partnership with the Canadians.”
In addition to the naming rights, Rogers is partnering with the Canadians on an annual community initiative and will provide Rogers customers with unique experiences at the ballpark.
“Expanding our relationship with Rogers comes right as this franchise and this ballpark begin a new era,” said Jake Kerr, chair of the Vancouver Canadians. “With full season baseball back in Vancouver and state-of-the-art renovations on the way for this historic building, we couldn’t have imagined a better partner than Rogers to help us write this next chapter of our team’s history.”
About the Vancouver Canadians
The Canadians are the High-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays and the only Minor League Baseball team in Canada. Since this iteration of the C’s arrived in Vancouver to begin the 2000 season, the franchise has been crowned Northwest League Champions four times (2011, 2012, 2013, 2017) and been home to over 200 future Major Leaguers.
About Rogers Communications
Rogers is a leading Canadian technology and media company that provides communications services and entertainment to consumers and businesses. Rogers shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI).