Mayor Don Iveson called the news 'unfortunate' — Durban would have been the first African city to host the Commonwealth Games. Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson said the city would need commitment from the province and federal government to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Calgary's bid for the 2026 Winter Olympics could also be a factor in the province's commitment to helping Edmonton host the Commonwealth Games. The game-changer from Durban, the 2022 bid winner, comes just weeks after Edmonton asked for and was denied an extension in its subsequent bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Liverpool and Birmingham in the U.K. have also offered to host the 2022 Games.

Source: CBC News March 14, 2017 12:11 UTC