Brampton is looking to become a host city for Rogers Hometown Hockey next season.

Council on Wednesday approved a staff recommendation that would see the city sign a letter of intent and a letter of agreement with the broadcaster. Councillors also approved $50,000 for expenses including paid duty police, security, portable toilets, first aid and marketing.

“This is fantastic for Brampton. The exposure this city is going to get? Brampton should be very proud that we got this,” said Coun. Jeff Bowman.

If selected, Brampton will host a stop on the tour in March 2018 during the NHL season with hosts Ron McLean and Tara Slone. The featured NHL game on Sportsnet will air from Garden Square in downtown Brampton on March 11 at 7 p.m.