SASKATOON – The trophy hunting trade show that spawned two petitions, a cancellation and an on-site protest arrived in Saskatoon. African Events Canada opened its two-day expo at the Travelodge Saturday.
The show introduces Saskatchewan hunters to companies offering trophy hunting excursions in Africa.
The event was initially scheduled for the Saskatoon Inn. Once anti-trophy hunting advocates issued a petition with thousands of signatures, the event was called off.
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The Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon later booked the African Events show, saying in a statement “we do not believe in passing judgement over the nature of any of our guest’s lawful business.”
A second petition condemned the Travelodge for hosting the event and protesters gathered outside the hotel Saturday.
Sunday is the final day of the event, running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT.
With files from The Canadian Press
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