Boots were kicked up and the wild spirit of rodeo life was fully embraced as the Bruce Stampede charged into action from July 25 to 26. Steeped in over a century of tradition, this celebrated event once again welcomed riders, ropers, racers, and the bravest cowboys and cowgirls to the grounds in Bruce, Alberta. As Canada’s oldest one-day professional rodeo, the Bruce Stampede proved it’s more than just a pro rodeo—it was a full weekend of adrenaline-pumping events, family fun

Real Estate team. Photo submitted Ag in Motion once again brought farmers, producers, industry representatives and agricultural experts together near Langham, Sask., for three days focused on equipment, technology and the future of agriculture. Held on a 640-acre property northwest of Saskatoon, the outdoor farm expo allowed visitors to see the latest developments in agriculture under real field conditions. The event featured hundreds of exhibitors from across Canada and beyo

Damage from the Saturday night storm. Photo submitted The sights and sounds of Scottish and Celtic culture filled Broadmoor Lake Park as the Sherwood Park Highland Gathering welcomed competitors, performers and spectators for what would have been two days of tradition, athleticism and entertainment. Unfortunately due to a severe thunderstorm that blew through the area the evening of the 25th the second day of events had to be cancelled due to safety reasons. Held July 25 on t

Three days of sunshine, soaring temperatures and community spirit made the 120th Annual Vermilion Fair another memorable success as thousands of visitors gathered to celebrate one of Alberta’s longest-running agricultural traditions. From the opening parade through to the final grandstand performance, the fairgrounds were filled with families, exhibitors, competitors and visitors enjoying everything the annual event has to offer. Agriculture once again remained at the heart o

Dana Gard-Sweeney. Photo submitted Vermilion’s Dana Gard-Sweeney has been selected to manage Team Alberta’s Women’s C team at the 2027 USSSA Challenge Cup in Viera, Florida. Slo-Pitch National announced its Canadian Challenge Cup managers on July 1, following a selection process that drew strong interest from applicants across the country. Sweeney learned she had been chosen several weeks earlier when an email arrived from Slo-Pitch National in June. “I hadn’t had my morning