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I can agree with Colin Blackburn that thousands of empty seats at B.C. Lions home games and even during Grey Cup games that have been hosted in our “world class Olympic city” is disappointing to say the least.

While so many people are just crazy over the Vancouver Canucks — who haven’t won a Stanley Cup in five decades — I wonder what it takes to get more butts in seats for our three-time Grey Cup champions?

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What’s unique about CFL football is that most game tickets are relatively affordable, with many tickets being donated to charities that allow low-income families, children with autism and other special needs, in addition to veterans and emergency first responders, to see the games.

Also there is a lot more ethnic and religious diversity among players within the CFL, who have often overcome many challenges to earn a place on the field. This can inspire underprivileged children and those of diverse backgrounds to work toward their own dreams.