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Calgary — Calgary Stampede bounced off after receiving over $ 10 million from the federal government after last year's event was scaled down by the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to a report to the city this week, Stampede suffered an operating loss of $ 8.3 million in 2021.
Last year's stampede was run at half capacity for COVID-19 public health measures and was canceled a year ago together.
Canada's Prairie Federal Minister for Economic Development Daniel Vandal said the funding is aimed at supporting a full-fledged stampede to provide a "real Western experience" this year. I am.
He states that it will also help rekindle the visitor economy in Alberta.
The 2022 Stampede will be held from July 8th to 17th.
"During the pandemic, big and small festivals were hit hard," Vandal said in a news release. "It's an exciting event for family and friends to get together.
" The tourism industry offers quality work all over the country, presents stunning scenery and is here in Alberta. Faced with a powerful resurgence that provides an exciting experience. ”
The Federal Government has four other tourism projects in southern Alberta (Charm Resorts, Cochrane Tourism Association, Heritage Park and Tourism Calgary). Also provided about 1.8 million dollars.
This report by Canadian Press was first published on June 30, 2022.
