Edmonton Night Economy

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Edmonton hosts forum on the good and bad of late-night economies
If you want to see why Edmonton’s economy is bucking provincial trends, it may be best understood over a late-night drink.

Trends in the late-night bar industry saw massive gains between 2010-14, said John Rose, the city’s chief economist, at an international convention for the hospitality industry held in Edmonton this week.

“The city was under-served and this is, in part, the industry catching up to what the underlying demand really is,” said Rose.

A survey that reached out to 275 licensed establishments that are open past midnight showed an increase in occupants of 62 per cent, and an increase in money spent by those occupants of 89 per cent.

The impact on the economy was even greater – more than doubling over the four years – due in part to the money spent being circulated throughout the city’s economy.

Full Story (Edmonton Journal)

 

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Does Edmonton need a night mayor?
When the lights go out at city hall, who takes charge of the city?

In Amsterdam, Night Mayor Mirik Milan heads an independent foundation that oversees the development of nightlife and bridges gaps between the needs of the municipality, small business owners and city residents.

Milan, visiting Edmonton this week, said conversations that governments have around nightlife too often focus on the downside, and cities have an obligation to develop talent and nurture their late-night economies.

“In my opinion, nightlife is a place where a lot of talent gets developed for the creative industry,” he said, listing photographers, musicians, filmmakers and fashion designers as those he's talking about.

Full Story (Metro Edmonton)

 

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We need more women running the nightlife in Edmonton: Expert
A nightlife expert says cities like Edmonton needs more women promoters, musicians and security personnel at its venues to create vibrant late-night atmospheres.

Researcher Marion Roberts, a professor of urban design at Westminster University in the UK, said a co-ordinated effort from city policy makers and late-night venues can make nightlife more safe and inclusive, and cut down on harassment.

“Maybe there are things that the local municipality can do to encourage women promoters, in the sense of certain start-up incubators and so on,” Roberts told Metro after speaking at Edmonton’s International Responsible Hospitality Conference last week. “They could have mini programs that specifically give help to women who might want to become DJs or promoters – special grants, start-up grants maybe, special training programs.”

Full Story (Metro Edmonton)

 

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Night Mayor! Excellent idea! I nominate @Daveography (shy camera maven by day; super-scene shooter at night!) -- he prowls the streets with his wide-angle, proffering law and order and capturing all that moves and also that which doesn't. Nobody wants to be caught in the act so they live in fear of the click-click. About those nighttime pics of the Neon Museum on 104th street? How about it Mayor Dave?

 

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No comment at this time, no more questions, thank you.

 

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Haha -- tongue-in-cheek response @Daveography -- very good!

 

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Edmonton's late night economy booms
August 11, 2016

A new report shows that Edmonton’s late night economy experienced significant growth between 2010 and 2014, creating new jobs and spurring positive economic impacts for the city.

“The report shows what we’ve been feeling in the city, that the night time economy is alive, vibrant and creating a positive impact. The growth between 2010-2014 demonstrates that the late night economy is becoming a larger piece of the entertainment economy pie.” said John Rose, Chief Economist for the City of Edmonton.

The City of Edmonton released the 2014 Economic Impact Assessment for the Late Night Entertainment Economy.

Highlights of the report include:

• Total economic output more than doubled from $686,511,073 in 2010 to $1,431,112,160 in 2014 (accounting for inflation).
• In 2014, Edmonton was home to 327 late night establishments, which is about 40 per cent of the city’s venues.
• The late night economy provides 11,719 full-time equivalent jobs.

“This report demonstrates that both the day and night time economies are important to quality of life in Edmonton, and the economy” said Angela Turner, Program Manager for Responsible Hospitality. “It creates jobs, improves quality of life, and contributes to the growing city we call home.”

The data for this assessment was collected based on the 2014 tax returns, which became available in 2015. The data was contributed voluntarily by business owners in the city. The first late night economic impact assessment was completed using 2010 data.

Through Responsible Hospitality Edmonton, the City takes a leadership role in supporting the safety, vibrancy and economic development of this growing industry. Edmonton is an international leader in recognizing the late night economy as a valuable sector that needs to be properly planned, managed and supported. Most recently, Edmonton became the first North American city accredited with the international Purple Flag designation.

For more information:
The full report can be found here:
responsiblehospitalityedmonton.ca

Media contacts:
Responsible Hospitality
Lesley Vaage
Communications Advisor
Sustainable Development
587-594-1159

Office of the Chief Economist
Sonia Gonzalez
Communications Advisor
Financial & Corporate Services
780-944-0307

Responsible Hospitality Industry Association
Al Gothjelpsen
Media Spokesperson
780-916-1557

http://www.mailoutinteractive.com/Industry/View.aspx?id=828443&q=1069803164&qz=59e4c0

 

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The Other 9-5 is Good for Edmonton’s Economy
Think about the last time you went out to a bar, club or music venue. For you it may just be a fun night out, but there are powerful economic benefits to our city too. These all are a part of Edmonton’s late night entertainment economy – a sector that creates thousands of jobs and generates millions of dollars in economic output.

Edmonton Nightlife = Big Business

A new report from Responsible Hospitality Edmonton shows that the total impact of the late-night economy was $1.3 billion when revenue, wages, salaries and the purchase of materials were included. This is significant increase from 686 million in 2010. (The City of Edmonton defines late-night establishments as venues where minors are prohibited).

Patrons spent nearly $883 million inside the venues in 2014. However, a night out often also includes additional spending. Did you purchase “going-out” clothes? Dine out? Take a taxi service? Attend a show or theatre before or afterwards? This spending accounts for another $27 million per month.

More than numbers

The nighttime economy offers more than good business – it also improves the city’s viability and appeal for both local residents and tourists.

Edmonton late night bars and restaurants are thriving entertainment destinations. In 2014, Edmonton was home to 327 late-night establishments – making up about 30 per cent of the city’s venues. They were visited by about 2.5 million customers that year.

It’s not just our city’s bars and clubs that benefit. The nightlife economy creates jobs for many first-time employees, students and part-time workers. In 2014, the late-night entertainment economy generated 11,719 full-time jobs.

Of course, it’s about more than just numbers. The late-night entertainment industry also contributes to the social and cultural fabric of Edmonton. Our city’s clubs, restaurants and bars are where people eat food, experience live music and take in new shows. It’s one of the reasons Edmonton is known as a fun place to live, with great venues to visit – day or night.



Partnering for success

The 2016 Economic Impact Assessment was carried out by the City of Edmonton in partnership between the Office of the Chief Economist and Responsible Hospitality Edmonton. All of the numbers are based on the 2014 tax year, with venues voluntarily participating in a survey in mid- to late August.

http://transformingedmonton.ca/the-other-9-5-is-good-for-edmontons-economy/