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Originally Posted by Joborule
Not agreeing or disagreeing here, but Garth Brooks shows in Edmonton did spur economic boost according to the Oilers.
http://globalnews.ca/news/3348821/ga...ntons-economy/
Simply by having events here, it spurs the economy. The Flames being here, and on game nights, it spurs economic activity. |
Well this is the issue; it generates activity already, so does a new building add a lot more economic activity? The Flames are already here, selling out (mostly) and bringing in visitors. If a new building project is $1bn, then at some point you need to show increased activity to justify the expense. A few concerts a year isn't enough, despite the headline value of those events.