Saskatchewan Roughriders fans will soon be able to prepare food and enjoy alcoholic drinks outside Mosaic Stadium as the province introduced its tailgating legislation on Thursday.

The new Tailgating Act amends the province's Alcohol Control Regulations to allow for tailgating in a parking lot adjacent to the Roughriders stadium during home games.

Staff, presumably from Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL), would supervise the space; vehicle access would be controlled and "clear expectations for conduct would be enforced," according to the province.

Alana Ross, the minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority, said the regulations will include a requirement for a permit and close collaboration with SLGA.

"Allowing tailgating will build on the sense of

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