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“The Calgary Stampede celebrates the people, the       southern Alberta’s unique culture through the

         animals, the land, the traditions, and the values that   world-renowned Stampede, year-round facilities,
         make up the unique spirit of the west.”                western events and several youth and agriculture

                                                                programs.
         It’s no surprise that the Calgary Stampede’s BMO

         Centre’s GM, Greg Newton, would summarize what         Every July, more than a million guests from around

         makes the Stampede a special Canadian tradition        the world visit the annual Stampede celebration.
         so succinctly. Being so close to the Stampede          Even beyond The Greatest Outdoor Show on

         year-round, Newton has a unique position on how        Earth in July, Stampede Park hosts more than
         the Calgary Stampede contributes to Calgary and        1,200 business, tourism, sporting, hospitality, and


































































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