The arena in Miami is receiving a major renovation in memory of local business leader Steve Livingston.

The project is made possible by a $15,000 grant from the Thank A Retailer contest. SJ Agronomy in Miami had been a frontrunner in the national contest, supported by online voters who earn points for their chosen candidates through social media.

Supporters had chosen SJ Agronomy to honour its co-founder who passed away.

A pillar of the community and an advocate for minor hockey, when the company was nominated in the Thank A Retailer contest, business partner James Oakes says the potential prize money was earmarked for the upkeep of the local arena. The Lloyd Orchard Community Arena is a hub in the community, however, he says the dressing rooms are in need of improvement.

"We feel that this is a cause that Steve would be very supportive of," Oakes says. "It would good to see the community come together."