[Maritime Q-Scout]

What would part time employees be making on EI?

What would the difference be?

Is that really a sizable amount?

The Oilers et al aren't paying full wages, just the difference. Which I think is reasonable.

Do I know what those dollar figures are?

No.

Can I think of a reason why Edmonton and Toronto can do this but not Calgary?

Also, no.

After listening to all the great things people have been saying about Ken King over the last few days, did none of it resonate with the Flames "leadership"?

I've been very proud of a lot of things the Flames have done over the years. Modeled some of my own leadership philosophies after things done by the organization.

Frankly, the cost might be worth it from a PR perspective. It'll pay for what you'd lose, plus you could gain some sales by being a community leader in a time of strife.

I was thinking this afternoon of a time I criticized the Flames on this board. I'm sure I've done it. If I think you're wrong, I'll tell you (with reasoning, and assumptions outlined), and if I'm wrong I'll admit it.

Then I read this.

I'm not mad at the Flames for this decision, I'm just disappointed.


Edit: I should also note, the local junior team isn't paying staff. My father is directly affected by the suspension of CHL hockey. Now, he works part-time because he's retired and it's an excuse to get out of the house, he doesn't need the money. All that said, I would be shocked if our arse backwards junior team paid employees through this troubling time. I'm surprised the Flames are not.