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Originally Posted by edn88
I would love to see the Olympics in Calgary in 2026. Build a high speed rail line to Edmonton and let's share the games. Build a new rink for the Flames. Create some jobs by upgrading infrastructure. Continue the legacy of the 88 Olympics.
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I absolutely hate the "Let's hold the olympics so we can build XYZ infrastructure" argument.
If you are using infrastructure as your argument then be ready to answer the following questions:
1) Does this project make sense outside of an Olympic bid, or would it only be required if the Olympics were to be held in Calgary?
If it makes sense, then why pay the premium that comes with holding the Olympics. Just build it, and don't line the pockets of a corrupt organization, and pay hundreds of millions for security for a 2 week party.
If it only makes sense if the Olympics are held here, then why are we spending potentially hundreds of millions of dollars for infrastructure that is only useful for a 2 week party.
High speed rail to Edmonton is the perfect example.
Either it's feasible/needed, in which case, the case should be made to just build it, or it's only useful if we get an Olympics, in which case, it's likely a waste of money.