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Potential CFL team owners working behind the scenes to bring franchise to Halifax

CTV Atlantic
Published Friday, January 26, 2018 8:35PM AST
Last Updated Friday, January 26, 2018 8:39PM AST

The group that's working to bring a CFL franchise to Halifax appears to be playing the long game.

The potential owners are working behind the scenes to line up funding, sponsorship, a name, and a stadium – all in time for kickoff in 2020 or 2021.

“We're going to spend some time talking with the city, with the province, and even starting conversations with some local organizations that have indicated that they have a desire to talk about a sponsorship,” says Anthony LeBlanc, who is leading the effort.

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