"Alongside the Vaughan arena news, it seems that the OHL is considering the cities of Chatham-Kent and Cornwall for expansion. Last week, the league confirmed that discussions were taking place with members of Chatham-Kent's City Council among others; the discussions were aimed at launching the process of bringing an OHL franchise to the municipality."
"If Chatham-Kent were to join the OHL, several possible regional rivalries would be created right off the bat. Two such rivalries come in the form of the Windsor Spitfires and London Knights; Chatham-Kent is an hour outside of Windsor and just under 90 minutes from London."
"Previously the home of the Cornwall Royals, the City of Cornwall has long been rumored as a potential site for future expansion, with several sources expressing the fact that there is interest on the part of the city. To add onto the possibility of a future Cornwall-based franchise, renovations have been taking place at the Civic Complex, potentially making Cornwall a more appealing option for the OHL."
The Ontario Hockey League is pursuing expansion opportunities across the province. Vaughan announced plans to build an OHL-ready arena, while Chatham-Kent and Cornwall are being considered as potential franchise locations. The OHL has confirmed discussions with Chatham-Kent's City Council to establish a team there. Chatham-Kent's strategic location would create rivalries with existing teams including the Windsor Spitfires, London Knights, and Sarnia Sting. Cornwall, previously home to the Cornwall Royals, is also under consideration, with renovations underway at the Civic Complex to enhance its appeal as a potential expansion site. The timeline for further expansion announcements remains uncertain.
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