Whitecaps in discussion with Vancouver about new stadium at PNE, club says – BC [Video]

The Vancouver Whitecaps FC says it is in talks with the City of Vancouver about building a possible stadium.

In a statement, the club said the talks involve the possibility of a stadium at the PNE fairgrounds site in East Vancouver.

“The club’s ownership has always been clear on their goal of constructing a purpose-built stadium and the importance of a suitable venue to both fan experience and financial performance for any professional sports franchise,” the statement from ownership said.

It wouldn’t be the first time the Whitecaps played in the neighbourhood.

The club played a part of its debut 2011 season at Empire Field, a temporary facility built at the site of the old Empire Stadium next to Playland while a new roof was being built at BC Place.