Celebrating Local Champions Attracting the World to Calgary
December 19, 2025In an ever-competitive meetings and events landscape, attracting and bringing a large-scale, global convention to your city is no small feat. While a world-class venue like the expanded BMO Centre at Stampede Park—Western Canada’s largest convention centre—significantly strengthens Calgary’s convention bids, securing host-city status often comes down to the influence of a local Champion.
Stampede Caps Standout 2025 Rodeo Season with NFR Gold
December 19, 2025The 2025 Calgary Stampede Rodeo season closed with momentum, hardware and headline moments. Success at Stampede Park carried through the year, from July in Calgary to the Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) in Edmonton and on to the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas that wrapped up this past weekend.
Thank You to the 2025 Calgary Stampede Royalty
December 19, 2025As their reign comes to a close, the 2025 Stampede Royalty reflect on a year defined by growth, learning and connection. From leading the Stampede Parade to representing the Calgary Stampede at rodeos and community events, they proudly served as ambassadors throughout the year.
Calgary Stampede’s OH Ranch Branded Beef Youth Ambassador Program Kicks Off at OH Ranch
December 1, 2025Last month, the third year of the Calgary Stampede’s OH Ranch Branded Beef Youth Ambassador Program kicked off at OH Ranch, where the 2025/26 class of Ambassadors gathered for the first time as part of Select-A-Steer Day.
Outlaw Comes Home to the Calgary Stampede
December 1, 2025When John Anderson decided to donate the original Outlaw painting to the Calgary Stampede, it was more than an act of generosity—it was a homecoming. The painting, created by Montana artist Don Oelze for the 2010 Calgary Stampede Poster, captures the power and spirit of one of the most legendary bulls in rodeo history.
Cherie Copithorne-Barnes: Leading Through Legacy
December 1, 2025Cherie Copithorne-Barnes, First Vice-Chair of the Board at the Calgary Stampede, was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws (Hon. LLD) Degree by the University of Calgary in November 2025. We visited Cherie at CL Ranch to learn more about her life, her career in ranching, and the values that have guided her journey as an industry leader and First Vice-Chair of the Calgary Stampede.
Calgary Stampede Board Director Buddie Dixon Receives One of the Highest Honours in First Nations Culture
November 28, 2025During the Treaty 7 Community Futures conference on Nov. 20, Calgary Stampede Board Director Buddie Dixon received one of the highest honours in First Nations culture, the transfer of a Blackfoot headdress.
The World Meets in Calgary: Inside the BMO Centre’s Record-Breaking Year
October 17, 2025When the expanded BMO Centre opened in June 2024, it set a new standard for how Calgary gathers and welcomes the world. Nearly a year and a half later, the venue continues to attract major events and international attention.
The Athlete’s Choice: Stampede Bucking Stock Shine on the National Stage
October 17, 2025From the foothills of southern Alberta to the bright lights of Las Vegas, Calgary Stampede horses have earned a reputation as some of the most sought-after bucking stock in rodeo.