Taylor Swift Not Announcing Canadian Eras Tour Dates Leads Conservative MP To File ‘Official Grievance’

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Taylor Swift is causing something of an international incident. Earlier this week, the pop superstar announced new dates across the globe for her Eras Tour, and once again Canada was snubbed, but now a Canadian MP is taking action. READ MORE: Taylor Swift Announces New International Eras Tour Dates, ‘Cries In Canadian’ Trends After Fans Once Again Left In The Dust On Wednesday, Conservative Party MP Matt Jeneroux filed “official grievance” with the House of Commons, the Toronto Star reported.

The politician announced his intention to file the grievance over Swift failing to announce Canadian tour dates on Twitter. “It has come to my attention that despite much anticipation, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has neglected to include any Canadian dates or locations as she released her international dates, which includes stops throughout Asia and Europe,” Jeneroux wrote in a letter to the Speaker, which he posted on his Instagram Story. “Not only is this leaving Canadian fans without the opportunity to see her tour, but it is also leaving Canada out of the economic opportunities her shows generate.

It is estimated that these shows could generate $4.6 billion for local economies. Fans just don’t simply attend concerts, they spend money at local businesses including hotels, restaurants and shops,” he added. “This motion is non-partisan in nature and requires swift action to address what I can only assume is a serious oversight.” READ MORE: Why Fans Believe Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Is Finally Coming To Canada Other MPs shared their support for their colleague’s grievance, including Tory MP Melissa Lantsman and Liberal MP Ya’ara Saks. “It’s a grievance that unites us,” Jeneroux joked.