Calgary Stampede

Calgary Stampede cancelled due to COVID19

Apr 23, 2020 | 3:32pm

The Calgary Stampede’s board of directors has cancelled the world-famous exhibition and rodeo this year because of COVID-19. Stampede officials say it’s a difficult decision, but public health must come first. It’s the first time the annual celebration of cowboy life hasn’t been held in almost 100 years. The show that’s been dubbed The Greatest […]

Five premiers flip pancakes, talk politics on Calgary Stampede visit

Jul 8, 2019 | 2:16pm

Five premiers have gathered in Calgary to take in some Stampede festivities and share notes ahead of this week’s first ministers’ meeting in Saskatoon. Alberta Premier Jason Kenney hosted his counterparts from Ontario, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick and the Northwest Territories during Calgary’s annual 10-day celebration of cowboy culture. All lead conservative parties, with the exception […]

Expect tight security to be in place for Calgary Stampede

Jul 3, 2019 | 3:03pm

There will be more security cameras, metal detectors and bag searches at this year’s Calgary Stampede. Officials say there’s no concern about an attack — it’s just a matter of public safety. “We’re mindful of other world events where other incidents have occurred … where harm has been done to people by vehicles and things,” […]

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