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Originally Posted by CF84
Now I don't fully disagree with you, but I also do know that it does make some sort of positive difference in the economy.
Most of these studies are done using NFL as a base which is the worst example anyone can use in an argument like this.
Here are some of the small ways Calgary is effected positively by events at an arena:
-it does, and always will, bring people from out of city into the city
-people go early so they can shop at their favorite stores in Calgary
-people from out of town buy supper
-vehicles need fuel for the return trip
I know many season ticket holders that live hours away from Calgary so please don't pretend it makes no difference at all, even if it is small.
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*citation needed*
The way you feel about something and some personal anecdotes really don't mean much when there's still no tangible proof of these supposed benefits. This is hundreds of millions of dollars, I'd like a little more than fuzzy feelings.