This statement is attributable to Deborah Yedlin, President & CEO at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce
“The Calgary Chamber of Commerce congratulates the City of Calgary and its partners on Alberta being selected to host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey. Expected to generate $375 million in economic impact, the tournament will provide a significant boost to businesses and jobs across the province. It will also strengthen Calgary’s reputation as a premier tourism destination, building on Alberta’s record-breaking tourism numbers in 2025. With new infrastructure such as Scotia Place, Calgary is poised to continue attracting international visitors and hosting world-class events, and we look forward to welcoming fans from around the world to experience everything our city has to offer.”
About the Calgary Chamber of Commerce
The Calgary Chamber exists to empower our business community to advance a prosperous Calgary and Canada. As the convenor and catalyst for a vibrant, inclusive and prosperous business community, the Chamber works to build strength and resilience among its members and position Calgary as a magnet for talent, diversification and opportunity. As an independent, non-profit, non-partisan organization founded in 1891, we build on our history to serve and advocate for businesses of all sizes, in all sectors across the city.
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