In a questionable move, officials of Parks Canada have relocated 16 bison—primarily pregnant two-year-olds?—?to a fenced pasture in the Panther Valley near Sundre, Alta., in Banff National Park. Park officials
The BCRA Kispiox Valley Rodeo (nine hours north west of Williams Lake, B.C.) is celebrating their 70th anniversary. It’s one of the oldest rodeos in B.C., and a sentimental favourite
Motivation and Formation July 1, 2017 marks the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation. The forces driving the British North American colonies into political union were both complex and varied
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced in February that there haven’t been any new confirmed cases of bovine tuberculosis in the past month. However, there will likely be no
Introducing Ellie Marie Tanner. Ellie is the first grandchild of Rob and Marie Tanner, the head honchos of Canadian Cowboy Country. Ellie is seen here enjoying her first rodeo from
The C.M. Russell Museum announced that Following the Buffalo Run, an original Charles M. Russell oil painting, circa 1894, was consigned to the live auction of The Russell: An Exhibition and
Birthday well wishes don’t get much better than when they are from the world’s most famous horsewoman, the Queen of Canada. Buckingham Palace released a video message from Queen Elizabeth II, congratulating
In 2017, the RCMP Musical Ride will launch a cross-country tour in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday. RCMP history claims the first Musical Ride (actually one of
Western Vacation Travel GUIDE Our incredible, natural, must-see vacation destinations in Canada, plus music festivals and historic rodeos. Click here to read more! The Westerners John Swales This Alberta cowboy is
On and on through the silent night, Under the sky with its tranquil light Of stars that are smiling and blinking bright— Riding…just riding along … Up the hill and
When Roderick Macleay left his home in Danville, Que., for the western hills, he thought he was not long for this world. On recovering from rheumatic fever, his doctors had
The inaugural Indian National Finals Pow Wow was held in Las Vegas Nov 10-11, attracting participants from over 40 tribes across North America, including five members from Nekaneet First Nation
