A large majority of respondents appear to back NHL playoff games being held in the Alberta capital. A public opinion poll from the Alberta government indicates 79 per cent of those polled support Edmonton hosting some Stanley Cup playoff games under conditions approved by the chief medical officer of health.
Fifty-three per cent strongly support the idea while another 26 per cent are somewhat supportive. Edmonton is one of three Canadian markets the NHL has identified as a potential hub for the playoffs, along with Vancouver and Toronto.
Should officials permit NHL action in Edmonton, games would take place in the summer. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] “Safety must be the top priority,” Dr.