In 2000, CFL attendance and TSN television ratings continued to increase further going over the '99 season figures.
Both, acting Commissioner & Chairman, John Tory and President & COO, Jeff Giles resigned from their respective posts.
On Wednesday, November 1, Michael Lysko was named as the tenth CFL Commissioner in league history.
Calgary hosted the Grey Cup game and was successful in their week-long festival to celebrate the 88th championship season.
Immediately following the game, BC Lions legendary kicker Lui Passaglia, who kicked the winning points, retired after 25 seasons.