Gregor Robertson proclaims ‘Tragically Hip Day’ in Vancouver

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VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – It’s officially Tragically Hip day in Vancouver, as the band plays its last show in the city.

Mayor Gregor Robertson read the official proclamation on JACK-FM — renamed GORD-FM today, in honour of the band’s lead singer Gord Downie — this morning.

LISTEN: Gregor Robertson proclaims ‘Tragically Hip Day’ in Vancouver

“Vancouver loves the Tragically Hip. No doubt,” says Robertson.

“They’ve had so many hits over the years. So many great albums. For a lot of us, they are what Canada is all about. They’ve given a lot to Vancouver over the years. They’ve always come and put on great shows here and inspired us.”

LISTEN: Gregor Robertson talks to Kiah and Tara Jean about the impact the Tragically Hip has had on Vancouverites

Downie has an inoperable brain tumour. This cross-Canada tour is the band’s last.

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