Calgary Stampede
LGBTQ-friendly Canadian Rockies Rodeo North kicks off in Calgary at Stampede Park
The Canadian Rockies Gay Rodeo Association kicked off the stampede for LGBTQ athletes in Calgary on Saturday. Continue reading
Pamela Anderson calls on Alberta premier to end chuckwagon races
Canadian-born actress and animal rights activist Pamela Anderson has sent a letter to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and his agriculture minister urging them to end chuckwagon races. Continue reading
‘Next big step’: Young Canadians lawsuit given approval to proceed
A lawsuit filed on behalf of several young men who were sexually abused by a former employee of The Young Canadians performance arts school has passed its first major hurdle. Continue reading
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Calgary woman holding sign about being punished for cheating on boyfriend has no regrets
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
A Calgary radio station is getting some nasty feedback over a stunt that involved a woman standing in rush hour traffic holding a sign that said she was being punished for cheating on her boyfriend. Continue reading
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Proposal for new Calgary arena heats up, heads to council on Monday
A proposal for a new event centre will go before city council members on Monday. Continue reading
Bob Layton: Horse sense and the fate of the Rangeland Derby
What happened at the Calgary Stampede this year was tragic. But Bob Layton says that doesn’t mean change is inevitable. Continue reading
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Chuckwagon driver speaks out amidst Calgary Stampede safety review
Fourth-generation chuckwagon driver Jordie Fike hopes to share a competitor’s perspective on the Calgary Stampede’s safety investigation. Continue reading
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Protesters demand end to chuckwagon races, rally outside Alberta premier’s office
Six horses died competing in the chuckwagon races at this year’s Calgary Stampede. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Calgary Stampede has an opportunity to do chuckwagons right
By Joe McFarland Radio Host
After six horses died during the 2019 Calgary Stampede’s chuckwagon races, the debate over the sport is back. Continue reading
6 horse deaths at Calgary Stampede chuckwagon races renew calls for change
Six horses died competing in the Calgary Stampede chuckwagon races this year, bringing the total to more than 70 in the event since 1986. Continue reading