With Edmonton being selected as an NHL hub city, many are looking forward to not only hockey but also the financial benefits that come with it. But one sports economist says the financial boost will be minimal.
As the NHL and federal government finalize details, one downtown restaurant owner is thrilled Edmonton has been chosen as a hub city.
“We were kind of crossing our fingers hoping it would and it came true,” Sabor co-owner Lino Olivera said. Sabor is just down the street from Rogers Place. Olivera said the announcement comes at a perfect time.“This definitely will help some of us — most of us — to get back on our feet, back on track. I’m sure everyone’s had bills pile up, so its time to start going back to the norm,” Olivera said.
Lander said the jobs gained as a result of Edmonton being a hub city will likely be gone again once the NHL playoffs are over. While it may not bring a regular season economic boost, Olivera said it’s something that is much needed.© 2020 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.
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