Canadian Anthem Controversy Nfl
At Buffalo’s KeyBank Centre, it’s standard practice for both national anthems to be sung during National Hockey League games, given the city’s proximity to the border and the considerable share of Canadian ticketholders.Reported by 4 of 7 outlets; wording from The Globe and Mail.
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Canadian residents account for 10 to 15 per cent of the Bills’ season ticket base, Buffalo Bills chief operating officer Pete Guelli said in a statement last year.
Barenaked Ladies set to sing O Canada at Buffalo Bills home opener tonight
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On Wednesday, the team posted a video on social media platform X showing retired Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and retired wide receiver Stevie Johnson complete a few cross-border catches along the Niagara River, tossing to each other from aboard distant ferries.
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How it changed
- 13 Sep
By some estimates, roughly 15 per cent of Bills’ and Sabres’ season-ticket holders commute from Canada.
- 17 Sep
Barenaked Ladies set to sing O Canada at Buffalo Bills home opener tonight
- 18 Sep
As a border city, Buffalo paid tribute to its fanbase by having both the U.S. and Canadian anthems performed with both country’s flags displayed on the field.
Coverage 8 articles
18 Sep Singing the Canadian National Anthem at the Buffalo Bills Home Opener was a mistake
Fox News
18 Sep Why an American football game played the Canadian national anthem
BBC
18 Sep Barenaked Ladies' 'O Canada' rendition at Buffalo Bills home opener draws mixed responses
Toronto Star
18 Sep Barenaked Ladies perform ‘O Canada’ for packed house at Bills’ new stadium
Global News
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18 Sep Buffalo Bills lean into their Canadian audience with Barenaked Ladies’ performance of ‘O Canada’
The Globe and Mail- 17 Sep Barenaked Ladies set to sing O Canada at Buffalo Bills home opener tonight
CBC 
17 Sep James Stranko: Dear Canada, Americans still love you but please stop insulting us
National Post
13 Sep Chris Selley: Revoking the Stanley Cup from the NHL is a trade-war bargaining chip worth trying
National Post
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