Calgary Stampede
Coverage of Calgary Stampede in the Nexus archive.
- With Calgary Stampede wrapped up, Ottawa looks ahead to Alberta referendum in fall
The Calgary Stampede has concluded, and Ottawa is preparing for an Alberta referendum scheduled for the fall.
- At competing Stampede breakfasts, 2 very different visions for Alberta emerge
Two pancake breakfasts held simultaneously during the final day of the Calgary Stampede highlighted competing visions for Alberta's future, signaling a growing battle for public support among Albertans.
- At Canada's biggest rodeo, the starting gun is fired in the fight over Alberta separation
The Calgary Stampede highlights Canadian unity amid concerns over a potential Brexit-style upset in Alberta's October separation vote. The event marks the beginning of the debate over Alberta's future.
- It's Canadian soccer's first rodeo
Canada's men's national soccer team faces Morocco in its first-ever World Cup knockout match, with political figures attending the Calgary Stampede. The Canadian government is hosting a watch party and promoting the event as a unifying moment for national identity. The Stampede's political events coincide with the match, highlighting sport's role in fostering Canadian pride.
- Pancakes, pipelines and independence: politics serving up new flavour at this year’s Calgary Stampede
Political leaders have historically gathered at the Calgary Stampede for networking and events like pancake flipping. This year's event coincides with a potential referendum on Alberta's future within Canada and a major pipeline bid.
- Calgary Stampede party tent noise dispute has been cranked to 11
Danielle Smith's government supported the Cowboys Music Festival's request for later weeknight curfews at the Calgary Stampede. City council made minimal changes to the curfew times.
- What does the Texas livestock ban mean for Alberta rodeos?
A Canadian ban on livestock from Texas within 21 days due to screwworms is not deterring Texas rodeo athletes from competing in Canadian events, including the Calgary Stampede.