CALGARY MARCH 2017

OLYMPICS

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Methodology
Mainstreet surveyed a random sample of 831
Calgarians March 10, 2017 through Chimera IVR.
Respondents were screened to conrm voting
eligibility. Landline and Cell lines were included.
Responses were weighed using demographic
information to targets based on the 2011 Census.
The margin of error for survey results is 3.4
percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
. majority government in the 2015 federal election.
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SOLID MAJORITY SUPPORT OLYMPIC BID

March 21, 2017 (Ottawa, ON) A new Mainstreet/Postmedia poll of Calgary nds 61% support a bid for the
2026 Olympic Games. The Mainstreet/Postmedia poll has a margin of error of +/- 3.4 percentage points, 19
times out of 20.

These are solid numbers in support of an Olympic bid said Quito Maggi, President of Mainstreet Research.
Support is consistent among gender lines and age demographics, though seniors are the least likely to
support bidding for the games (at only 55% support).

This survey utilized our Chimera IVR technology which means respondents were able to tell us precisely
why they support or oppose a bid for the Olympics in their own words through audio capture.

64% of those who support bidding for the games pointed to civic pride - showcasing Calgary and Canada
on the world stage. 18% mentioned the entertainment value of the games as their primary reason for
support while another 11% support a bid because they believe the economic impact of the games will be
lucrative for Calgary.

Cost is the primary factor for those who oppose bidding on the games - 64% believe the games will cost
too much or are a waste of money. Another 23% expressed that they were not generally interested in the
Olympics - they dont watch the games. 5% of respondents indicated that the cost of the bid itself was their
primary reason for opposing the games - most of these respondents expressed they dont believe Calgary
will be awarded the games, and therefore, the bid itself is a waste of time and money.

Whether Calgary will be successful in bidding for the games remains to be seen, for now, many Calgarians
are on board.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - IN FAVOUR

I think it would such a wonderful opportunity to really show the world what kind of city Calgary has
become. (Civic Pride)

I want to see the games in person, it would be so exciting to have them held here. (Entertainment)

Weve already held the games once so we have the experience to do it - we could probably make some
money while we do it this time too. (Economic)

IN THEIR OWN WORDS - OPPOSED

Weve already had one Olympics here we dont need a second one. (Not Interested)

Who is going to pay for the Olympics?... We cannot aord to hold the Olympics right now we are in a
recession... (Cost of Olympics)

No, no, no, no, no. (Not Interested)

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For additional information or to arrange an interview, contact:

Quito Maggi, President, quito@mainstreetresearch.ca
David Valentin, Executive Vice-President, (514) 913-5524 - david@mainstreetresearch.ca
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Why they support the games:

Among those who support the bid...

11% Support the bid for economic reasons

18% Support the bid for entertainment
64% Support the bid for civic pride (Promoting Calgary,
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7% Other

Why they oppose it:

Among those who oppose the bid...

5% Oppose the cost of the bid itself - and think its unlikely
Calgary will win the Olympics
23% are not interested in Calgary holding the Olympics
64% Oppose the bid because of the cost of the Olympics
8% Other