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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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