M.D. sponsors Cold Lake Air Show for $40,000

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The M.D. of Bonnyville has stepped to sponsor one of next year’s marquee events.

The M.D approved a $40,000 sponsorship for the Cold Lake Air Show, nearly quadrupling sponsorhsips from year’s past.

Reeve Greg Sawchuk, who used to work as an airplane engineer said he’s excited about the event.

“”It brings a lot of people to the area. We’re all about bringing other people in from other parts of the province to look at our little corner. It’s beautiful and has a lot to offer,” said Sawchuk.

“There were a few suggestions that I do have a little favouritism. I love air shows obviously. We’re happy to be supporting that one.

The 2020 Cold Lake Air Show is set to feature the the United States Navy Blue Angels in its only Canadian stop.

Cold Lake was the only Canadian stop for the F22 Raptor in 2018, meaning twice in a row there’s been an exclusive act to the air show.

The dates for the 2020 Air Show are July 18-19.