Calgary Stampede: What the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth says about the economy
July 5, 2025
It's been a tough rodeo for Canada's economy so far this year, ever since U.S. President Donald Trump sparked a tumultuous trade war with wide-ranging impacts on consumer spending, jobs and travel plans. But those economic worries seem largely in the rearview mirror, at least in Alberta, as the 10-day long Calgary Stampede begins.
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July 7, 2025 - 05:00 | Jennifer Yang | The Globe and Mail
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July 7, 2025 - 05:00 | Kelly Grant | The Globe and Mail
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