GEDFEST IN THE MEDIA
A curated archive of news coverage, interviews, and feature stories that highlight our mission to honour Gord Downie and support cancer care across Western Canada.
BROADCASTS & INTERVIEWS
Ongoing History of New Music Podcast with Alan Cross
October 2025
Global News: GEDfest: an unforgettable night for a powerful cause
Global News Interview with co-founder Keith Dyck
October 2025
City News: Howard Mandshein talks GEDfest Winnipeg 2025
Howard Mandshein interview with co-founder Keith Dyck
October 2025
Real Talk Ryan Jespersen: Promotion
August 2024
FEATURE STORIES
Leap Magazine: A Musical Gift.
An in-depth feature on the spirit of GEDfest and the volunteers, artists, and supporters who make it possible.
May 2025
MyLeap Magazine: Playing Music and Paying Tribute to a Good Cause
An in-depth look at how GEDfest brings artists, volunteers, and supporters together for a common cause.
March 2023
OWN.Cancer: How GEDfest is supporting the Calgary Cancer Centre
An interview exploring GEDfest’s partnership with cancer foundations and its commitment to local impact.
November 2022
Alberta Cancer Foundation Interview with Keith Dyck
October 2022
IN THE NEWS
Calgary Herald: Calgary-born GEDfest keeps spirit of Tragically Hip alive with events in six cities
October 2025
Calgary Herald: GEDFest pays tribute to Gord Downey, Tragically Hip with Oct. 16 fundraiser
October 2021
October 2020