Between September and March is the most exhilarating time of the year because the National Hockey League exhibition and regular-season games are back in session! Whether it is victory or loss, Canada’s economy benefits from the NHL games. During the NHL lockout in 2012, there was a drastic drop in the sum value of goods and services produced in the economy. Furthermore, many hockey fans were affected by this heartbreaking news. It is no surprise that the NHL makes such a huge impact on the economy because it is Canada’s most famous sport. People grew up watching, talking about, or even playing this sport.

With the return of the NHL, fans will hang out in restaurants and bars to watch games and bond over hockey discussions. Spectator sports employ approximately 0.5% of the entire workforce, contributing $4.5 billion to Canada’s economy. Hockey stadiums also hire many part-time workers for concession stands, ticket sales, clean up duty, and set up. I think it is great now that NHL is back; it will create many job opportunities for students who are looking for part-time work.  The NHL is a major contributor to the Canadian economy. It creates numerous job openings, attracts tourists, and increases revenue for local businesses.