There's not 1 building in any city that makes it "world-class" (god I hate that term, btw). It's a collection of building, people, cultural events, business, neighborhoods etc. that makes a city what it is. Calgary needs lots of improvements to even begin a discussion of it being included.
But at some point, you have to start somewhere, and elevate what you put out there. I think who finances the stadium is a very viable debate....but to say that there is no value in having a nice stadium just because it doesn't "make" a city, seems a little short-sighted. I think we should always try to shoot above our weight when can.
I'd be willing to chip in to a stadium if it gets us an MLS team. And if I get discounted tickets for doing so, ha.
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