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Moneris Solutions: Card Spending During Toronto International Film Festival Surpasses 2006; Attendee passion for art, alcohol and antiques translates into big bucks for Canadian retailers.
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Canadian Corporate News
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September 27, 2007
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TORONTO, ONTARIO, Sep 27, 2007 (CCNMatthews via COMTEX) -- Attention: News and Entertainment Editors
According to data released today by Moneris Solutions Corporation (Moneris), movie-goers opened their wallets for more than just films at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival(R)(TIFF). With spending up an additional 4% over last year's increase of 10%, TIFF continues to bolster Toronto's economy during its short but sweet 10-day run.
Data gathered from this year's festival, which took place September 6-15, shows that festival goers helped boost Toronto's economy by generating significant spending swells in several categories:
Dining/Hospitality - The 10-day ...