Live Events
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Saskatchewan Roughriders hoping Grey Cup buzz will boost ticket salesThe 2022 Grey Cup hosts say they've seen many new 'season tickets' purchased thus far. Single game tickets went on sale on May 3rd for the upcoming Saskatchewan Roughriders season.SportsMay 6, 2022
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‘Let us dance’: B.C. event organizers contend with cancellations due to no-dancing rulesLive event organizers and entertainers claim many big-revenue clients have been cancelling live event bookings in large numbers.EconomyOct 25, 2021
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Taber Cornfest 2021 kicks off with minimal restrictions after excellent growing seasonAfter modifying last year’s festivities because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Taber’s Cornfest is back to normal.CanadaAug 27, 2021
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Saskatoon event venue puts vaccine mandate in place for live showsOn top of having both vaccines, Amigo's owner said anyone who is looking to attend a show also has to wait two weeks after their second dose.CanadaAug 18, 2021
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Calgary live events industry reflects on Calgary StampedeDespite the drop in attendance, live event industry professionals say Stampede organizers should be commended for successfully putting on a large-scale event amidst a pandemic.EntertainmentJul 19, 2021
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Weekly survey: What’s the first band you want to see when we get the all-clear on the pandemic?The New Year has arrived and we're hopeful for the return of live music in 2021. What band would you like to see first?EntertainmentJan 4, 2021
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Saskatchewan venues lit red to shine light on industry stalled by COVID-19 pandemicWhile some live events are taking place within COVID-19 restrictions, SaskMusic says highly-skilled workers and private venues are being hit hardest by the prolonged closure.CanadaSep 23, 2020
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The NBA bubble strategy shows us what future live performances could be likeArts organizations are asking about the future of live performance. The NBA’s #WholeNewGame may provide important lessons, says Sarah Bay-Cheng of York University.CommentarySep 20, 2020
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