Calgary – The 112 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor will kick off The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth on Friday, July 5, 2024.“The Stampede Parade Committee has assembled a stellar lineup that has something for everyone,” said Blair Barkley, Chair of the Stampede Parade Committee. “The tradition and pageantry of the Parade Calgarians have loved for generations will meet some exciting new and refreshed entries to produce an unforgettable experience for the young and young at heart.”The Parade kicks off just before 9 a.m. on Friday, July 5. It starts on 9 Avenue SE at 3 Street SE and will run for about two hours. Prior to the main Parade, those early-risers lining the Parade route around 7:45 a.m. will be entertained by the music dance and beautiful colours of the more than 30 acts which make up the Parade Prelude.This year’s Calgary Stampede Parade lineup is comprised of more than 100 entries including 21 floats, 11 bands and nearly 40 equine entries, including Heavy Horse Hitches and Mounted Colour Parties. In total over 700 horses will be part of the Parade!Leading the Parade will be the 2024 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal, actor Owen Crow Shoe. His film Horizon: An American Saga, which he co-stars alongside 2022 Parade Marshal Kevin Costner, hit theatres on June 28. Owen, from the Piikani Nation and Blood Tribe of the Blackfoot Confederacy, has only missed one Stampede since he started coming with his family more than 30 years ago. From spending time in Elbow River Camp singing and drumming, to participating in the Warrior Ride during the Stampede Rodeo Grand Entry, Owen and his family have deep roots with the festival. Owen is also the M.C. for the 2024 Calgary Stampede Powwow July 7 and 8 from 1 to 6 p.m. in the Saddledome.The Celebrity Judge for the 2024 Stampede Parade is no stranger to the Parade. 2018 Parade Marshal, Amber Marshall, will be joined by her Heartland co-stars Chris Potter and Shaun Johnston as the first ever Parade Celebrity Judge trio. They will select their favourite from all entries while having fun with the more than 300,000 spectators on the route.Tune in to Global Calgary on Friday, July 5 at 8:45 a.m. to watch a special live broadcast of the 2024 Calgary Stampede Parade. The Global News Morning team along with Corus Entertainment’s The Morning Show will have all of the action for you from this year’s route. The special broadcast will air on Global Television, the Global TV app, Globalnews.ca, the Global News YouTube channel, and Amazon Prime.Spectators are encouraged to cast their vote for the C977 Fan Favourite. While watching the Calgary Stampede Parade, text the entry number to 403.692.0977. Each vote gets you a chance to win fabulous Stampede prizes including a full day of Stampede. For more information visit <a href="https://www.c977.ca/">www.c977.ca</a>.Most roads in and out of the downtown core will close 7:30 a.m. and do not re-open until the Parade concludes and Calgary Police determine it is safe to do so. Roads in and around the East Village will be closed to on-street parking effective 12 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 and will be closed to traffic at 6:30 a.m. on Friday, July 5.Calgary Transit is the best way for spectators to get downtown to the Parade route with most access to downtown Calgary closing at 7:30 a.m. on Parade Day, find more details <a href="https://www.calgarytransit.com/news/stampede-101.html">here</a>.Following the Parade on Friday, July 5, guests can take advantage of Stampede Parade to Park presented by Suncor by going straight from the Parade to Stampede Park to receive free admission from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Find additional information and a copy of the 2024 Stampede Parade Media Guide <a href="https://downloads.ctfassets.net/gk8hs8lmghf8/9JT3Hui9Byn9JPmKQMCUW/9a5cbb560f7907c98461acce2db74346/CS_Parade_Media_Guide_Online.pdf">here</a>.Notice concerning media accreditation for the Stampede Parade: Once the Parade beings, access to the streets of the Parade Route is restricted. Media wishing authorization to be on the street must obtain prior authorization and adhere to the Guidelines set forth by the Parade Committee (this is not included with Calgary Stampede 10-day media accreditation). In addition, the Parade Committee offers a hosting area for local and visiting media. Pre-registration for this area is requested. Please contact Bob Young using the information below prior to 12 p.m. Thursday, July 4 to register or anytime for more information.About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.For more information, please contact: Bob Young  Chair, Media &amp; Communications Subcommittee  Calgary Stampede Parade Committee  T 403.850.5575  E <a href="mailto:%20mediacoordinator@calgarystampedeparade.com">mediacoordinator@calgarystampedeparade.com</a>Follow us on X: @csparade  Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CSParade/">facebook.com/csparade</a>  Follow us on Instagram: @CSParade  Visit us: <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/parade">calgarystampede.com/stampede/parade</a>

<title>Stampede Newsroom | Let’s Ride! The 2024 Stampede Parade, presented…</title>

The 112 Stampede Parade Presented by Suncor will kick off The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth on Friday July 5, 2024.

Let’s Ride!  The 2024 Stampede Parade, presented by Suncor is just over the horizon!

The Calgary Stampede and Calgary Stampede Foundation apologize to the members of the class action and their families. Our full written apology can be found <a href="#Asset-1TaMJSQPUUPGZiDDZVcXYv" title="">here</a>.

<title>Stampede Newsroom | Apology</title>

The Calgary Stampede and Calgary Stampede Foundation apologize to the members of the class action and their families. Our full written apology can be found here.

Apology

Last revised: July 3, 2024Calgary – With just two weeks remaining until the start of the 2024 Calgary Stampede Rodeo, and 18 days until the Stampede’s Rocky Mountain Cup, 270 of the world’s best rodeo athletes are getting ready to bring their best to The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth.The World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo will continue this year with the expanded format established in 2023, featuring 30 of the top athletes in each of the six events — Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing, Tie Down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling and Bull Riding — broken into three hotly contested pools. The top four athletes in each pool will advance to Showdown Sunday, earning the chance to take a run at the Championship! New this year, fans are encouraged to wear Stampede Red on Sunday, July 14 for Red Hot Championship Sunday. It promises to be 10 days of fierce competition and the Calgary Stampede is proud to announce the full lineup of athletes who will compete in 2024.“We are excited to paint GMC Stadium red as we crown our 2024 Calgary Stampede Champions,” says Kristina Barnes, Director of Agriculture &amp; Western Events for the Calgary Stampede. “This year’s lineup of competitors is exceptional and features some fantastic home-grown talent. We know they will lay it all on the line for a shot at the Championship while being cheered on by that Red Hot Sunday crowd.”Among the local talent, the Saddle Bronc event once again sees Alberta’s Logan Hay, the 2022 Champion, joined in the event by brother and 2023 Champion, Dawson. There’s also another family member aiming to match the family’s winning ways. Cousin Ben Andersen is again competing in Calgary and will be looking to best the Hay brothers. Of course, three-time champ Zeke Thurston of Big Valley, Alberta will be looking to beat them all.In Bull Riding, competition includes both 2023 Stampede Champion Jared Parsonage of Saskatchewan and Edgar Duranzo of Mexico who went head-to-head at the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo, with Duranzo ultimately winning the 2023 Canadian Champion title. While both Parsonage and Duranzo are each two-time Canadian Champions, bull rider Jake Gardner has a substantial lead on them in the 2024 Canadian standings, where he currently holds the top spot.Canadian Blake Molle has a need for speed in Barrel Racing that she comes by naturally. Daughter of 2022 Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby Chuckwagon Champion Kris Molle, Blake made a name for herself in the 2023 Canadian standings, earning her an invitation to this year’s Stampede. The rookie rider will be up against an incredibly strong field of riders, including another local who qualified to compete earlier this month.Albertan Bailey Smith raced and roped her way to competition in two different arenas this year at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth by coming up big in two Calgary Stampede qualifying events. Breakaway roping made its Stampede debut in 2023, as an addition to the Rocky Mountain Cup. The 2024 Calgary Stampede Ladies Breakaway Roping Qualifier took place June 4 -5 at the Nutrien Western Event Centre and saw Smith earn her spot.This year, the 2024 Rocky Mountain Cup will be expanded to a two-day event, with Breakaway Roping on July 9 and Team Roping on July 10 in the Nutrien Western Event Centre and is free with admission to the 2024 Calgary Stampede. Tickets are going fast for the 2024 Stampede Rodeo and Evening Show, July 5-14. For the best seats in the house, get yours today by visiting CalgaryStampede.com/tickets.Bareback Riding – Presented by: Bennett Jones Tanner Aus – Granite Falls, MN, USA Leighton Berry – Weatherford, TX, USA Dantan Bertsch – Ponoka, AB, Canada Brayze Schill – West Columbia, TX, USA Waylon Bourgeois – Church Point, LA, USA Taylor Broussard – Estherwood, LA, USA Richmond Champion – Stevensville, MT, USA Mason Clements – Spanish Fork, UT, USA Cooper Cooke – Victor, ID, USA Cole Franks – Clarendon, TX, USA Kody Lamb – Sherwood Park, AB, Canada R.C. Landingham – Cassel, CA, USA Orin Larsen – Inglis, MB, Canada Clint Laye – Cadogan, AB, Canada Jacob Lees – Caldwell, ID, USA Bronc Marriott – Grantsville, UT, USA Lane McGehee – Victoria, TX, USA Bradlee Miller – Huntsville, TX, USA Nicholas Pelke – Mondovi, WI, USA Sam Petersen – Helena, MT, USA Jess Pope – Waverly, KS, USA Cole Reiner – Buffalo, WY, USA Jayco Roper – Oktaha, OK, USA Garrett Shadbolt – Merriman, NE, USA Kade Sonnier – Carencro, LA, USA * Rocker Steiner – Weatherford, TX, USA Mason Stuller – Veneta, OR, USA Ty Taypotat – Nanton, AB, Canada Dean Thompson – Altamont, UT, USA Weston Timberman – Columbus, MT, USABarrel Racing – Presented by: Calgary Herald Emily Beisel – Weatherford, OK, USA Jordon Briggs – Tolar, TX, USA Lynette Brodoway – Brooks, AB, Canada Taylor Carver – Broxton, GA, USA Ashley Castleberry – Montgomery, TX, USA Karli Cowie – Mankota, SK, Canada Stevi Hillman – Weatherford, TX, USA Wenda Johnson – Pawhuska, OK, USA Paige Jones – Wayne, OK, USA Hailey Kinsel – Cotulla, TX, USA Summer Kosel – Glenham, SD, USA Halyn Lide – China Spring, TX, USA Lisa Lockhart – Oelrichs, SD, USA Taylor Manning – Yellowhead County, AB, Canada Taycie Matthews – Wynne, AR, USA Blake Molle – Chauvin, AB, Canada Chelsea Moore – Rose Hill, KS, USA Kassie Mowry – Dublin, TX, USA Carlee Otero – Perrin, TX, USA Abby Phillips – Marshall, TX, USA Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi – Lampasas, TX, USA * Ilyssa Riley – Hico, TX, USA Jessica Routier – Buffalo, SD, USA Tiany Schuster – Krum, TX, USA Katelyn Scott – Odessa, TX, USA Leslie Smalygo – Skiatook, OK, USA Bailey Smith – Marwayne, AB, Canada Sue Smith – Blackfoot, ID, USA Sara Winkelman – Big Lake, MN, USA Sissy Winn – Chapman Ranch, TX, USATie Down Roping – Presented by: Halliburton Logan Bird – Nanton, AB, Canada Beau Cooper – Stettler, AB, Canada * Tuf Cooper – Decatur, TX, USA Marcos Costa – Iretama, PR, USA Blane Cox – Stephenville, TX, USA Tom Crouse – Gallatin, MO, USA Bryce Derrer – Portales, NM, USA John Douch – Huntsville, TX, USA Garrett Elmore – Springer, OK, USA Trevor Hale – Perryton, TX, USA Shane Hanchey – Carmine, TX, USA Dylan Hancock – San Angelo, TX, USA Joel Harris – San Angelo, TX, USA Ty Harris – San Angelo, TX, USA Kincade Henry – Mount Pleasant, TX, USA Quade Hiatt – Canyon, TX, USA Westyn Hughes – Caldwell, TX, USA Kyle Lucas – Carstairs, AB, Canada Shad Mayfield – Clovis, NM, USA Haven Meged – Miles City, MT, USA Tyler Milligan – Pawhuska, OK, USA Brushton Minton – Witter Springs, CA, USA Macon Murphy – Keatchie, LA, USA Caleb Smidt – Bellville, TX, USA Shane Smith – Wimborne, AB, Canada Cory Solomon – Prairie View, TX, USA Pecos Tatum – La Plata, NM, USA Chance Thiessen – Tuttle, OK, USA Riley Webb – Denton, TX, USA Marty Yates – Stephenville, TX, USASaddle Bronc Riding – Presented by: Cenovus Energy Ben Andersen – Rocky Mountain House, AB, Canada Allen Boore – Axtell, TX, USA Damian Brennan – Injune, QL, Australia Chase Brooks – Deer Lodge, MT, USA Kade Bruno – Challis, ID, USA Trenton Burd – Madison, KS, USA Tanner Butner – Daniel, WY, USA Wyatt Casper – Miami, TX, USA Logan Cook – Alto, TX, USA Sterling Crawley – Stephenville, TX, USA Brody Cress – Hillsdale, WY, USA Isaac Diaz – Desdemona, TX, USA Dawson Dahm – Tomahawk, AB, Canada Cole Elshere – Faith, SD, USA Parker Fleet – Axtell, TX, USA Layton Green – Millarville, AB, Canada Dawson Hay – Wildwood, AB, Canada * Logan Hay – Wildwood, AB, Canada Lefty Holman – Visalia, CA, USA Lucas Macza – High River, AB, Canada Traylin Martin – Faith, SD, USA Sage Newman – Melstone, MT, USA Ryder Sanford – Sulphur, LA, USA Cort Scheer – Bluff Dale, TX, USA Riggin Smith – Winterset, IA, USA Zeke Thurston – Big Valley, AB, Canada Kolby Wanchuk – Sherwood Park, AB, Canada Brody Wells – Powell, WY, USA Ryder Wright – Beaver, UT, USA Statler Wright – Beaver, UT, USASteer Wrestling – Presented by: Plains Tucker Allen – Ventura, CA, USA Bridger Anderson – Carrington, ND, USA Walt Arnold – Coleman, TX, USA Stan Branco – Chowchilla, CA, USA Jesse Brown – Baker City, OR, USA Tanner Brunner – Ramona, KS, USA Harley Cole – Okotoks, AB, Canada Stephen Culling – Fort St. John, BC, Canada Cody Devers – Perryton, TX, USA Jacob Edler – Alva, OK, USA Dakota Eldridge – Elko, NV, USA Ty Erickson – Helena, MT, USA Scott Guenthner – Provost, AB, Canada * Nick Guy – Sparta, WI, USA Clayton Hass – Weatherford, TX, USA Kyle Irwin – Robertsdale, AL, USA Stetson Jorgensen – Blackfoot, ID, USA Will Lummus – Byhalia, MS, USA Dalton Massey – Hermiston, OR, USA Ty Miller – Wainwright, AB, Canada Travis Munro – Townsville, QL, Australia Don Payne – Stephenville, TX, USA Tyler Pearson – Atoka, OK, USA Cash Robb – Altamont, UT, USA Justin Shaffer – Hico, TX, USA JD Struxness – Milan, MN, USA Jacob Talley – Keatchie, LA, USA Dirk Tavenner – Rigby, ID, USA Trisyn Kalawaia – Hilo, HI, USA Cole Walker – Springtown, TX, USABull Riding – Presented by: WestJet Jeff Askey – Athens, TX, USA Tyler Bingham – Howell, UT, USA Dustin Boquet – Bourg, LA, USA Weston Davidson – Strongfield, SK, Canada Chase Dougherty – Decatur, TX, USA Edgar Durazo – Moctezuma, SO, Mexico Josh Frost – Randlett, UT, USA Jacob Gardner – Fort St. John, BC, Canada Wyatt Gleeson – Sundre, AB, Canada TJ Gray – Dairy, OR, USA Ky Hamilton – Mackay, QL, Australia Jordan Hansen – Amisk, AB, Canada Trey Holston – Fort Scott, KS, USA Tristen Hutchings – Monteview, ID, USA Cooper James – Erda, UT, USA Roscoe Jarboe – New Plymouth, ID, USA Trey Kimzey – Strong City, OK, USA Luke Mast – Hutchinson, KS, USA Mason Moody – Letcher, SD, USA Jared Parsonage – Maple Creek, SK, Canada * Coy Robbins – Camrose, AB, Canada Clayton Sellars – Fruitland Park, FL, USA Maverick Smith – Mountain Grove, MO, USA JR Stratford – Byers, KS, USA Cody Teel – Kountze, TX, USA Nick Tetz – Calgary, AB, Canada Jace Trosclair – Chauvin, LA, USA Hayes Weight – Goshen, UT, USA Brody Yeary – Morgan Mill, TX, USA Creek Young – Rogersville, MO, USARocky Mountain Cup – Team Roping, Heeler Dylin Ahlstrom – Hooper, UT, USA Keely Bonnett – Ponoka, AB, Canada Tanner Braden – Dewey, OK, USA Paden Bray – Stephenville, TX, USA Jeremy Buhler – Arrowwood, AB, Canada Brady Chappel – Moose Jaw, SK, Canada Clay Clayman – Highlandville, MO, USA Cole Curry – Liberty, MS, USA JC Flake – Milsap, TX, USA Landen Glenn – McAlester, OK, USA Dillon Graham – Wainwright, AB, Canada Travis Graves – Stephenville, TX, USA Clay Green – Pine Grove, LA, USA Jake Long – Coffeeville, KS, USA Tyler McKnight – Pollok, TX, USA Tyce McLeod – Waldeck, SK, Canada Logan Medlin – Tatum, NM, USA * Brady Minor – Ellensburg, WA, USA Lane Mitchell – Bolivar, TN, USA Ryan Motes – Weatherford, TX, USA Junior Nogueira – Presidente Prudente, SP, Brazil Kaden Profili – Jacksonville, TX, USA Boogie Ray – Mabank, TX, USA Calgary Smith – Adams, OR, USA Patrick Smith – Midland, TX, USA Logan Spady – Alliance, AB, Canada Sid Sporer – Stephenville, TX, USA Wesley Thorp – Stephenville, TX, USA Jonathan Torres – Ocala, FL, USA Kollin VonAhn – Blanchard, OK, USARocky Mountain Cup – Team Roping, Header Lightning Aguilera – Athens, TX, USA Dustin Bird – Cut Bank, MT, USA Logan Bonnett – Ponoka, AB, Canada Kash Bonnett – Ponoka, AB, Canada Wyatt Bray – Stephenville, TX, USA Luke Brown – Lipan, TX, USA Jr Dees – Aurora, SD, USA Cyle Denison – Navasota, TX, USA Kaleb Driggers – Hoboken, GA, USA Cash Duty – Weimar, TX, USA Ramiro Gonzalez – French Camp, CA, USA Dawson Graham – Wainwright, AB, Canada Brenten Hall – Belle Fourche, SD, USA Devon Johnson – Red Oak, TX, USA Roland McFadden – Vulcan, AB, Canada Tee McLeod – Waldeck, SK, Canada Tuftin McLeod – Waldeck, SK, Canada Riley Minor – Ellensburg, WA, USA Coleman Proctor – Pryor, OK, USA * Kolton Schmidt – Barrhead, AB, Canada Reno Stoebner – Bastrop, TX, USA Clint Summers – Lake City, FL, USA Marcus Theriot – Lumberton, MS, USA Cole Thomas – Meadville, MS, USA Tanner Tomlinson – Angleton, TX, USA Brady Tryan – Huntley, MT, USA Aaron Tsinigine – Tuba City, AZ, USA Tyler Wade – Terrell, TX, USA Nelson Wyatt – Clanton, AL, USA J.C. Yeahquo – Crescent, OK, USARocky Mountain Cup – Breakaway Roping Martha Angelone – Stephenville, TX, USA Sarah Angelone – Cross Junction, VA, USA Jessie Armstrong – Big Valley, AB, Canada Macy Auclair – Ponoka, AB, Canada Mary Beth Beam – Poetry, TX, USA Shaya Biever – Claresholm, AB, Canada Makayla Boisjoli – Langdon, AB, Canada Shelby Boisjoli-Meged – Langdon, AB, Canada Taylor Bunnage – Cardston, AB, Canada Josie Conner – Iowa, LA, USA Maddy Deerman – Hope, NM, USA Kelsie Domer – Dublin, TX, USA Jessi Everett – Tarzan, TX, USA Rickie Fanning – Spearfish, SD, USA Bradi Good – Abilene, TX, USA TiAda Gray – Portales, NM, USA Jordan Jo Hollabaugh – Springtown, TX, USA Erin Johnson – Fowler, CO, USA Danielle Lowman – Gilbert, AZ, USA Cheyanne McCartney – Kingston, OK, USA Taylor Munsell – Harmon, OK, USA * Kendal Pierson – Wardlow, AB, Canada Bailey Smith – Marwayne, AB, Canada Tacy Webb – Midway, TX, USA Addie Weil – Commerce, TX, USA Bradi Whiteside – Longview, AB, Canada Joey Williams – Volborg, MT, USA Hali Williams – Amarillo, TX, USA Willow Wilson – Baggs, WY, USA Macy Young – Wittmann, AZ, USA*denotes the 2023 Calgary Stampede winner.About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.<hr />For more information, please contact: Lauryn MacDonald  Communications Advisor  Calgary Stampede  T 403.261.0520  C 403.463.5986  E <a href="mailto:lauryn.macdonald@calgarystampede.com">lauryn.macdonald@calgarystampede.com</a>

<title>Stampede Newsroom | Contestants for The World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo…</title>

With just two weeks remaining until the start of the 2024 Calgary Stampede Rodeo, and 18 days until the Stampede’s Rocky Mountain Cup, 270 of the world’s best rodeo athletes are getting ready to bring their best to The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth.

Contestants for The World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Canada’s richest two days of roping are locked in for Stampede 2024

The Calgary Stampede Parade Committee is proud to announce Amber Marshall, Chris Potter and Shaun Johnston, stars of the hit television series Heartland, as Celebrity Judges for the 2024 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.Amber Marshall, known to Heartland fans as Amy Fleming, is no stranger to the Stampede Parade having served as the 2018 Parade Marshal. From London, Ontario, Marshall’s love of both animals and acting came together at a very early age. As a young child she and her stuffed animals put on plays for her parents and by age seven she was performing in front of real audiences. By age 12, not only was she an accomplished horseback rider, but she was also playing a lead role in a children’s television program. At 18, with three years of veterinary experience under her belt, she auditioned for a part playing a girl living on a ranch in southern Alberta in a new television series called Heartland. Eighteen years later, she is still a girl living on a ranch in southern Alberta and still filming Heartland right outside her back door.Chris Potter is also from London, Ontario. Since 2007, in the fictional town of Hudson, Alberta, he is known as Amy’s father, Tim Fleming; a role for which he received a Gemini nomination for the first season. While working towards a career as a stage actor, Chris worked everywhere from the oil and gas sector up north to selling cars and insurance. Following a number of years as a pitchman in television commercials and smaller shows, Chris landed his first prominent role, playing Detective Peter Caine on Kung Fu: The Legend Continues. Chris has also played many other roles, including Evan Owen in The Young and The Restless and as the voice of Gambit in X-men: The Animated Series.Ponoka, Alberta’s Shaun Johnston is an original cast member of Heartland in the role of Jack Bartlett. Shaun graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the acclaimed drama program at the University of Alberta. Shaun began his career in the thriving Edmonton theatre scene and in 1992 co-founded the Shadow Theatre, which is still one of the provincial capital’s most successful theatres. His first lead role in a feature film was in Two Brothers, a Girl and a Gun, a role he claims to have negotiated for a ‘rack’ of Budweiser, a t-shirt and a Buck knife. Shaun has also had television and film roles in both the United States and Canada in productions that include: X-Files, Jake and the Kid, Smallville, Traders, Mayerthorpe and Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee.The Parade Celebrity Judges select their favourite parade entry from all categories. The 2024 Stampede Parade will feature more than 100 entries including 11 bands, 21 floats and more than 30 horse entries.“Heartland has given the world a taste of the western heritage and culture that is at the heart of the Calgary Stampede,” said Blair Barkley, Chair of the Stampede Parade Committee. “We are thrilled to have Amber back on the parade route this year and I know she along with Chris and Shaun will have an incredible line-up of entries from which to choose their favourite.”Marshall, Potter and Johnston join a list of notable local and national celebrities who have served as Celebrity Judges, including University of Calgary Chancellor and former Calgary Stampeder Jon Cornish, country music star Aaron Pritchett, entrepreneur and Dragons Den star Manjit Minhas, chuckwagon legend Kelly “the King” Sutherland, former television meteorologist David Spence, and 2023 Celebrity Judge, actor and model Ashley Callingbull.The Calgary Stampede Parade begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, July 5, with the prelude beginning at 7:30 a.m. Those unable to attend in person are invited to enjoy the Parade from the comfort of their living rooms through a special broadcast by our partners at Corus Entertainment with Global Calgary broadcasting all of the excitement live.Tune in to Global Calgary on Friday, July 5, at 8:45 a.m. to watch a special live broadcast of the 2024 Stampede Parade. The Global News Morning team along with Corus Entertainment’s The Morning Show will have all of the action for you from this year’s route. The special broadcast will air on Global Television, the Global TV app, Globalnews.ca, the Global News YouTube channel, Facebook and Amazon Prime.Following the Parade on Friday, July 5, guests can take advantage of Stampede Parade to Park presented by Suncor by going straight from the Parade to Stampede Park to receive free admission from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tg7L9AwvbFY">here</a> to view a message from the 2024 Celebrity Judges.About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.For more information, please contact: Bob Young  Chair, Media and Communications Subcommittee  Calgary Stampede Parade Committee  T 403.850.5575  E <a href="mailto:%20mediacoordinator@calgarystampedeparade.com">mediacoordinator@calgarystampedeparade.com</a> Follow us: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/csparade/">@csparade</a>

<title>Stampede Newsroom | Trio of Heartland Stars Named 2024 Stampede…</title>

The Calgary Stampede Parade Committee is proud to announce Amber Marshall, Chris Potter and Shaun Johnston, stars of the hit television series Heartland, as Celebrity Judges for the 2024 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.

Trio of Heartland Stars Named 2024 Stampede Parade Celebrity Judges

The Calgary Stampede is less than a month away! From July 5-14, Stampede Park will transform into The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. From the new BMO Centre expansion to the new Sam Centre, there is a lot to see and do when you step onto Stampede Park. With 24 days to go we are sharing 24 ways to save at Stampede 2024 to ensure you’re getting the best bang for your buck!Mark your calendars and have more fun for less money with the Stampede’s <a href="http://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/value-days" title="">Value Days</a>:<ol><li>Sneak-A-Peek: Thursday, July 4 — With half off park admission, this is your chance to check out Stampede a day before the Parade officially kicks it off.</li><li>Parade-to-Park presented by Suncor: Friday, July 5 — Go straight from the Parade to Stampede Park and receive free admission from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.</li><li>Tim Hortons Family Day: Sunday, July 7 — Admission is free until 11 a.m., plus a free pancake breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and a free variety show from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. in GMC Stadium.</li><li>TC Energy Community Day: Tuesday, July 9 — Free admission for everyone from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Plus, coffee and donuts for seniors (65+) from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the BMO Centre Great Lawn, while quantities last.</li><li>BMO Kids’ Day: Wednesday, July 10 — Stampede with your little ones with free breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. while quantities last, and watch a free variety show from 8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. Free entry all day for kids 12 &amp; under and free entry for everyone until 10 a.m.

Spend all day at the Stampede, without spending a lot! Save on admission, rides, shows and games with Calgary Stampede’s <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/value-deals" title="">Value Deals:</a>
</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/superpass" title="">Stampede SuperPass:</a> Unlock ten days of non-stop excitement with the Stampede SuperPass – your all-access ticket to The Greatest Show on Earth for just $49 plus GST. Available for purchase until July 4, 2024.</li><li><a href="https://calgarystampedelotteries.ca/" title="">Stampede Lotteries Offer:</a> Buy a Lotteries ticket before July 4, 2024 and receive 50% off Rodeo, Evening Show tickets or Park admission. Does not apply when purchasing Stampede Millions 50/50 tickets only.</li><li>Ride All Day: Save over 15% with a Ride All Day Midway Pass! Purchase a Ride All Day Pass in-store for $44.99 plus GST at participating Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo or FreshCo Chalo. Valid July 5-14, 2024 on all N.A.M.E Midway rides, games and the WestJet Skyride.*Calgary area only, available until July 4, 2024 while supplies last.*</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/tickets/gmc-family-package" title="">GMC Denali Evening Show Family Package:</a> Take in the thundering hooves, roaring crowds and the Grandstand headliners with a GMC Denali Evening Show Family Package for $99 plus GST! This package includes one adult and one youth ticket to the Evening Show and free entry into Stampede Park on the day of your ticket — plus free popcorn with your youth ticket!</li><li>Spend $5 and Save $10: From now until July 14, spend $5 on any participating Coca-Cola beverages at select Calgary Co-op locations and save $10 on Stampede Park admission.</li><li>Buy 2 and Get 2 for $32: Get two admissions to Stampede Park for $32 when you purchase any two Coca-Cola products at participating 7-11 locations. Thats 36% off Park admission for two!</li><li>Stampede Bucks: Get $50 in Stampede Bucks for just $39.99* at participating Costco locations and redeem them on everything from rides to Rodeo and Evening Show reserved tickets. While supplies last.

See what’s new to the Stampede Park this year with our immersive experience bundles:
</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/immersive-disney-animation" title="">Immersive Disney Animation:</a> The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth Meets The Most Magical Place On Earth. Experience your favourite Disney memories in Hall F at the BMO Centre! Tickets include admission to Stampede Park on the day of your show.</li><li><a href="https://samcentre.calgarystampede.com/visit/plan-your-visit?_gl=1*1ghkt6b*_gcl_au*MTE3OTYyOTE0NC4xNzE0NDk2MTYy&amp;_ga=2.138479859.1929646454.1717695112-1374775387.1714496163" title="">Sam Centre 2-for-1:</a> From now until July 1, purchase a Sam Centre admission ticket for $30 plus GST that includes entry into Stampede Park the same day. Check out the newly opened immersive and interactive collection of Calgary’s greatest Stampede stories!

Check out all the action-packed entertainment free with admission:
</li><li>STARSLINGERS at the Stage of Wonders: Step into the whimsical world of trapezing cowboys and acrobatic aliens through spectacular shows at the Stage of Wonders in Hall A1 at the BMO Centre — with multiple daily showtimes.</li><li>Dog Bowl presented by Haribo: Catch the Canine Stars on the south side of Stampede Park, in the Dog Bowl Arena at Community Park South, with multiple daily show times! This year features new tricks and even bigger jumps from our furry, four-legged stars!</li><li>Freestyle Motorcross Show at the Monster Energy Compound: Experience electrifying stunts and motor-crossing mavericks on the north side of Stampede Park, just inside the Stampede Trail Entrance.</li><li>Community Stage at the BMO Centre Market: Immerse yourself in international culture with performances of dance, music and tradition from around the world on the Community Stage at The Market in the BMO Centre.</li><li>Fleurs de Villes: Stop and smell the roses in the newly expanded BMO Centre! Fleurs de Villes COUNTRY is bringing twenty-two of their famous floral mannequins, meticulously created by local florists and inspired by superstars of Country Music. Don’t forget to vote for your favourites to become the winning floral display.</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/music" title="">Concerts:</a> Check out sensational line ups at the Coca-Cola Stage, The Big Four Roadhouse and Nashville North, with unforgettable performances by artists like Ocean Alley and Megan Moroney!</li><li>Kitchen Theatre presented by Safeway: Watch, taste and marvel at flavourful creations in The Range Food Hall, located on the lower level of The Big Four Roadhouse.</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/powwow" title="">Stampede Powwow:</a> Featuring the best dancers and drummers from across Canada and the United States, the extraordinary Powwow will highlight the diversity of First Nations dancing, singing and drumming on July 7 and 8 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Saddledome.</li><li><a href="https://ag.calgarystampede.com/events/ag-competitions" title="">Agriculture Competitions at the Nutrien Western Event Centre</a>: From stock dogs to the robot rodeo, catch action-packed western competitions every night from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Nutrien Western Event Centre.</li><li>Agriculture Shows at the Northern Lights Arena: From the dazzling Vancouver Island Coastal Cowgirls to the educational Horses 101, the synchronized Stampede Showriders and the powerful Chore Horse Demo — the Northern Lights Arena is the place to experience heart-pounding excitement.

Find the event and show schedule <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/schedule" title="">here.</a>

For those who are 18+ we’re sharing three bonus deals to keep the party going.
</li><li>Bud &amp; Burger Rodeo Ticket Offer: Pair hot barbeque with cold beer and sizzling rodeo competition for a smoking deal. For $39 plus GST, get admission to Stampede Park, tarmac tickets to the Rodeo and a voucher for beef on a bun and a Budweiser beer — July 5-12.</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/nashville-north" title="">Buck the Line:</a> Round up all your friends and Buck-the-Line by purchasing your VIP pass now for boot stompin' and bands. Buck the Line admits guests (18+ only) to Stampede Park and provides VIP no-line access to Nashville North!</li><li><a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede/tickets/nashville-north-vip" title="">Nashville North VIP Platform Pass</a>: Take your Nashville North party experience to new heights! Enter Nashville North through the VIP entry line and party your boots off on the brand-new raised VIP party platform. Starting at $125 plus GST, this package includes Stampede Park admission on the day of booking, access to a designated VIP bar and access to designated VIP washrooms.
<hr /></li></ol>About the Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.

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The Calgary Stampede is less than a month away! From July 5-14, Stampede Park will transform into The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. From the new BMO Centre expansion to the new Sam Centre, there is a lot to see and do when you step onto Stampede Park. With 24 days to go we are sharing 24 ways to save at Stampede 2024 to ensure you’re getting the best bang for your buck!

New year, new experiences and new ways to save at the Calgary Stampede!

The Calgary Stampede is honoured to announce that actor Owen Crow Shoe will lead the 2024 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.Crow Shoe is from the Piikani Nation and Blood Tribe of the Blackfoot Confederacy. His acting career started on the set of the Oscar winning film, The Revenant, where he worked as a stunt rider. Since then, his roles have taken him across the country and around the world, including to California where he is currently filming Dream.This summer Crow Shoe co-stars alongside 2022 Parade Marshal Kevin Costner in the movie Horizon: An American Saga, but on July 5 he’ll be returning home to southern Alberta to kick off Stampede 2024.“I grew up at the Calgary Stampede,” said Crow Shoe. “I am proud to say my family has been part of this event since 1985 and I am honoured to continue that tradition leading the Parade and opening The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. I’m fortunate to have made so many memories and life-long friendships at the Calgary Stampede and I look forward to making so many more along the Parade route this year.”Crow Shoe has only missed one Stampede since he started coming with his family more than 30 years ago. From spending time in Elbow River Camp singing and drumming, to participating in the Warrior Ride during the Stampede Rodeo Grand Entry, Crow Shoe and his family have deep roots with the festival.“Owen Crow Shoe is an ambassador for Alberta, Canada and the Calgary Stampede,” said Will Osler, President &amp; Chair of the Calgary Stampede Board of Directors. “His commitment to celebrating and sharing his culture, both on and off the screen, is inspiring. He is a role model for many around the world and we couldn’t be more proud to have him lead the Parade as Marshal.”In addition to leading the Parade, Crow Shoe will be part of the <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/powwow">2024 Calgary Stampede Powwow</a> as a Master of Ceremonies. His voice will fill the Saddledome on July 7 and 8 from 1 to 6 p.m. as he announces competitors and guides the audience through two extraordinary days of competition.Stampede 2024 officially begins in just 21 days when the streets of Calgary are lined with people ready to watch Crow Shoe lead more than 100 Parade entries, comprised of over 400, four-legged and close to 5,000 two-legged participants.The Calgary Stampede Parade begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, July 5, with the prelude beginning at 7:30 a.m. Those unable to attend in person are invited to enjoy the Parade from the comfort of their living rooms through a special broadcast by our partners at Corus Entertainment with Global Calgary broadcasting all of the excitement live.Tune in to Global Calgary on Friday, July 5, at 8:45 a.m. to watch a special live broadcast of the 2024 Calgary Stampede Parade. The Global News Morning team along with Corus Entertainment’s The Morning Show will have all of the action for you from this year’s route. The special broadcast will air on Global Television, the Global TV app, <a href="https://globalnews.ca/">Globalnews.ca</a>, the Global News YouTube channel, Facebook and Amazon Prime.Following the Parade on Friday, July 5, guests can take advantage of Stampede Parade to Park presented by Suncor by going straight from the Parade to Stampede Park to receive free admission from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Click <a href="https://youtu.be/KyrCv2nOP1M">here</a> to access a message and photo from Owen Crow Shoe.About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities. <hr />For more information, please contact:Shannon Greer  Manager, Communications &amp; Media Relations  Calgary Stampede  T 403.585.0467  E <a href="mailto:sgreer@calgarystampede.com">sgreer@calgarystampede.com</a>

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The Calgary Stampede is honoured to announce that actor Owen Crow Shoe will lead the 2024 Stampede Parade presented by Suncor.

2024 Parade Marshal Owen Crow Shoe rooted in Calgary Stampede history

BMO Centre at Stampede Park Welcomes the World to Western Canada’s Largest Convention Centre$500M expansion officially opens its doors and puts Calgary 
on the map as a world-class convention destinationJune 5, 2024 - CALGARY, AB - Today, Calgary’s BMO Centre at Stampede Park is ready to welcome the world, officially becoming Western Canada’s largest convention centre with the grand opening of its 565,000 sq. ft. expansion. Following decades of planning and four years of construction, the over 1M sq. ft. Tier 1 convention facility opens its doors for the first time, not only creating an architectural landmark for Calgary, but making gatherings even greater with the ability to host a scale of convention the city hasn’t been able to previously accommodate. “For four years, we have been promising that the expanded BMO Centre will offer Calgarians, southern Albertans and visitors to our city a greater way to gather. Today, it is with immeasurable pride that we open the doors to the BMO Centre at Stampede Park,” said Joel Cowley, CEO of the Calgary Stampede. “The BMO Centre expansion was built for Calgary and southern Alberta, with the vision of creating a worldclass facility both in terms of design and the ability to provide exceptional guest experiences through our signature western hospitality. With the interest we’ve seen from the meetings and conventions industry before the doors have even opened, we know that this facility is going to have a positive impact on Calgary’s economy by bolstering the tourism and hospitality sectors. We built this for our future, and we look forward to realizing the success of the expansion in the decades to come.” The expansion’s first major event, the Global Energy Show, is already loading into the expansion’s exhibition halls in preparation for their June 11 event, and there are another 500 conventions and events booked into the expansion post-opening to date. This also translates to filling restaurants, shops, rideshares and other attractions that make Calgary unique. The economic impact to Calgary will equate to approximately upwards of $100 million a year and provide thousands of jobs. “We are proud to celebrate the grand opening of this remarkable expansion – brought to life by collaboration, partnership, and true dedication,” said George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities. “A milestone for Calgary, the BMO Centre will be a beacon of community pride, offering new spaces for gatherings, exhibitions, and experiences, while making the city a destination for national and international meetings and events. We are excited to see the countless opportunities it will bring to Calgary.” “In recent years, we’ve been seeing Canada and the world choose Alberta more and more as the place to live, work, invest, and raise a family. The new BMO Centre is going to help keep that trend going by bringing more business and industry events to the heart of Calgary where they’ll experience so many things that make this city great,” said the Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta. “This project is a testament to what we can accomplish when every level of government comes together. With its first major event just around the corner, I’m excited to see how the BMO Centre – now Western Canada’s largest convention centre – shows the world all the reasons Calgary is the prime destination to host their events.” “With an increased ability to compete for world-class conventions and meetings thanks to the expanded BMO Centre, Calgary’s reputation on the global stage cannot be understated,” said Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek. “The expanded BMO Centre is unique to Calgary, unique to the Calgary Stampede and unique to the industry. This is an architectural icon as well as a community gathering place, and Calgarians can be proud that we built this second-to-none facility right here in the heart of The Culture + Entertainment District.” The building, designed by leading design team Stantec, Populous and S2, represents the next generation of convention facilities, one that promises best-in-class guest experience, boasts precedent-setting design architecture, and serves as a gathering place for convention attendees and the local community alike. “When we began design with our partners in 2019, we asked ourselves how we could design a facility that pushes the boundaries of convention centre design and experience, and every decision we made from that point on was with that goal in mind,” said Kate Thompson, President and CEO of Calgary Municipal Land Corporation, Development Manager for the project. “CMLC is incredibly proud to have delivered this project on time and on budget, and to have delivered on the world-class promise we and our partners set out to achieve. With the completion of this catalyst project, we have set the tone for the coming years of development in The Culture + Entertainment District, and we are looking eagerly ahead to building on this momentum as we continue to transform this district together.” Cowley continued, “The Calgary Stampede is grateful to our partners at CMLC for their expert delivery of the project, and to our generous funding partners – the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta and The City of Calgary – for their $500M investment in this world-class facility. We are also grateful to BMO for their 10-year extension of the naming rights for this beautiful building as well as their partnership with the Calgary Stampede that dates back more than a century.” After more than 124 years of working together, the Calgary Stampede and BMO have renewed their partnership for another 10 years, through until the end of 2033. As a part of this agreement, BMO has extended the naming rights of the BMO Centre to the BMO Centre expansion, which will welcome guests from our community and around the world. BMO has been a long-time supporter of the Calgary Stampede. In 1899 BMO became the official bank of the Calgary Exhibition, predecessor to the Stampede, and has been an official sponsor since 1914. From sponsoring prizes like a $5 bank account for best dressed and best window decorations in downtown Calgary during the 1923 Stampede, to hosting square dancing and street entertainment outside of their Stephen Avenue location in the early days, to hosting Stampede historical displays in BMO bank branches across the city in 2018 and 2019, BMO has always been a champion of the Calgary Stampede and community spirit. “Developing strong partnerships within our communities is at the heart of what BMO does to boldly grow the good in business and life,” said Mike Bonner, Head, Distribution, Canadian Personal and Business Banking, BMO. “It’s an honour to be the naming sponsor of BMO Centre and to celebrate our partnership dating back to 1884 as the oldest business relationship in Western Canada. This landmark facility will serve as a gathering place the community and have a strong impact on the economy, further showcasing BMO’s commitment to driving progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future and inclusive society for Calgary and beyond.” Calgarians are invited to tour the expanded BMO Centre for the first time on Saturday, June 8, during the Calgary Stampede’s <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/community-roundup" title="">Community Round Up</a>, presented by ENMAX, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join us for FREE pancakes, FREE parking and FREE family fair fun!<hr />For more information:Emma Stevens 
Director, Communications &amp; External Relations 
Calgary Municipal Land Corporation 
estevens@calgarymlc.ca 
587.387.2460 Christine Thompson 
Corporate Communications Manager 
Calgary Stampede 
cthompson@calgarystampede.com 
403.585.4132 About the Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme, We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities. calgarystampede.com About CMLC 
Created and owned by the City of Calgary, Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) exists to achieve the City's objectives for urban densification and community renewal, infrastructure investment and placemaking. An entrepreneurial group of hands-on doers and placemakers, CMLC’s approach is rooted in community participation and designed to strengthen the connections between places, experiences and people. As the master developer behind Calgary’s East Village and new Culture + Entertainment District, CMLC is leading over $1 billion in city-building projects and is the project lead on pillar projects in Calgary including the Arts Commons Transformation and the BMO Centre expansion. CMLC is delivering the 17th Ave SE Extension and Victoria Park/Stampede LRT Station Rebuild project on behalf of their partners at Calgary Transit and the Calgary Stampede. calgarymlc.ca About BMO Financial Group
BMO Financial Group is the eighth largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of April 30, 2024. Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a diverse team of highly engaged employees providing a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services to 13 million customers across Canada, the United States, and in select markets globally. Driven by a single purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and inclusive society.

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$500M expansion officially opens its doors and puts Calgary 
on the map as a world-class convention destination

BMO Centre at Stampede Park Welcomes the World to Western Canada’s Largest Convention Centre

Are you a young person who is interested in public speaking and agriculture? This July, youth like you will have a brand new opportunity to practice their public speaking skills, right here in Calgary! On July 12, the Calgary Stampede is co-hosting the preliminary competitions for the 2024 Youth Agriculture Speaking Championships, presented by Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture (AYSA), along with Olds College on July 8. The final championship competition will take place at Stampede Park on July 13. Registration for the competition is now open, offering young Albertan residents and students an opportunity to demonstrate their public speaking skills and the chance to compete for $15,000 in prizes and awards. Plus, winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Toronto to compete in the 2024 Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture Finals in November. The Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture program has hosted youth speaking competitions for nearly the last decade, but this is the first year contestants will have the chance to participate in a preliminary qualifier and the championship at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. “Hosting this year’s Youth Agriculture Speaking Championship represents a new opportunity for the Calgary Stampede to invest in youth and support their development as future industry leaders,” says Kristina Barnes, Director, Agriculture &amp; Western Events at the Calgary Stampede. "We are proud to engage both rural and urban youth in this competition, and provide another forum for Calgary’s urban population to learn about the industry.” While most participants in AYSA have prior knowledge or personal experience in agriculture, the competition is open to youth from all backgrounds, as long as they have a desire to learn and speak knowledgeably about one of the topics related to agriculture, agri-tech or agri-food. “Enabling youth from diverse backgrounds to engage in the speaking competition offers those with limited prior knowledge of agriculture an opportunity to broaden their understanding,” says Mark Fournier, President of Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture, adding, “We look forward to the great ideas the agricultural advocates of tomorrow will bring forward at the competition.” Contestants will speak for five to seven minutes, on one of five topics related to agriculture: 1. If you are the federal Minister of Agriculture, what are your top five priorities? 2. How can lessons learned on the farm translate into life lessons? 3. Farming the future: How will technology, robotics and AI change the face of agriculture? 4. The gap between the urban and rural continues to grow. How can the agriculture sector bridge the knowledge gap to better inform their urban neighbours about conventional agricultural practices? 5. Taking over the family farm: How can today's young farmers talk to their parents and grandparents about becoming more involved in the family farm? Youth have the opportunity to participate in the preliminary competition at either Olds College, on July 8, or at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park, on July 12, with the top five qualifiers advancing to the championship competition being held at the BMO Centre on July 13. Registration for the 2024 Youth Agriculture Speaking Championships is now open until June 30, 2024. To sign up for the event and find more information, including the competition rules, visit <a href="ag.calgarystampede.com/events/youth-speaking">ag.calgarystampede.com/events/youth-speaking </a>About the Calgary Stampede The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.<hr />For more information, please contact: Lauryn MacDonald  Communications Advisor  Calgary Stampede  T 403.261.0520  C 403.463.5986  E <a href="mailto:lauryn.macdonald@calgarystampede.com">lauryn.macdonald@calgarystampede.com</a>

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Calgary Stampede to host Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture championship competition for the first time this July

You’re invited to the Calgary Stampede Powwow featuring the best dancers and drummers from across North America. This extraordinary competition will highlight the diversity of First Nations dancing, singing, and drumming on July 7 and 8 in the Scotiabank Saddledome.Competitors will showcase eight dance styles, including Women’s Fancy, Men’s Fancy, Women’s Traditional, Men’s Traditional, Women’s Jingle, Men’s Buckskin, Men’s Chicken Dance and Men’s Grass. Each dance style is unique with many highlighting both traditional and contemporary styles, showcasing the amazing talent of each competitor.“It has been my dream to be part of a powwow of this magnitude here in Treaty 7,” says Cheryl Crowchief, Powwow Coordinator at the Calgary Stampede. “I am thrilled to coordinate the powwow again this year and to work alongside the staff who have helped make the Stampede Powwow what it is today. I am grateful each year to watch this amazing event grow!”The top dancers in each category compete for a share of the $200,000 in prizing, one of the largest prize pots in North America. The competition runs for two days only - from 1 to 6 p.m. – until the finals, where the top ranked dancers from each category compete for a portion of the prize money.Johnny Powderface from the Stoney Nakoda Nation will join the powwow this year as an emcee. Johnny has previous experience as a speaker and emcee at multiple events including traditional powwows.“It is an honour to be invited as an emcee and to be representing my Nakoda people at the Stampede Powwow this year,” said Johnny Powderface. “My drum group Chiniki Lake was an invited to the first Stampede Powwow in 2022. I am so fortunate and honoured that my name was brought forward by my Nakoda people.”Participating as Arena Director for 2024, Graham Rowan shares his excitement.“I feel honoured to be invited back to the Calgary Stampede Powwow,” says Graham Rowan. “It was an awesome experience last year and a great crew to work with.”The Calgary Stampede Powwow will feature skilled First Nations drum groups including Blackfoot Drummers, Chuckodii, Eyahey Nakoda, Krazy Creek, Mountian Kree, Showtime, Spotted Rock, Walking Buffalo, Whitefish Jr’s and Yellowgun. Each drum group will play throughout the competition, bringing their individual sound to each dance.Everyone is invited to this celebration of cultures and competition. If you have never experienced a powwow, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the variety of dances from across North America at this must-see event!Whether you stop by for all or part of the competition, you are also invited to Elbow River Camp presented by Enbridge to visit Treaty 7 First Nations artists, taste delicious treats from the Bannock Booth and enjoy incredible programming daily from July 5-14.Find more information, including a description of each dance style <a href="https://www.calgarystampede.com/powwow">here</a>. The Calgary Stampede Powwow is free with admission to Stampede Park.A preview of the Stampede Powwow can be found <a href="https://youtu.be/I8hc-IZbscc">here</a>.About the Calgary StampedeThe Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the animals, the land, the traditions and the values that make up the unique spirit of the west. The Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through our world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, we are a volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our western heritage, cultures and community spirit. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.<hr />For more information, please contact: Tyla Nixon  Communications Advisor  Calgary Stampede  T 403.837.3457  E <a href="mailto:tnixon@calgarystampede.com">tnixon@calgarystampede.com</a>

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Celebrate First Nations communities, cultures and exhilarating competition at the 2024 Calgary Stampede Powwow