Canadian Cowboys Association: 61 years of rodeo in Canada

The Canadian Cowboys Association (CCA), established in 1963, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the sport of rodeo to new members, the general public, and the sports media. This year, communities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba are actively engaged in preparing and presenting top-notch family entertainment.

Rodeo, a sport that captivates hundreds of spectators, draws elite competitors globally and offers unparalleled entertainment on dirt. Initially, cattle ranch workers in the western regions engaged in riding and roping, which sparked competitive events and contests. Entire communities would convene to support their local cowboys, leading to the evolution of the organized professional sport recognized today. Notable rodeo events include team roping, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping and saddle bronc riding. The Canadian Cowboys Association fosters and motivates our sport's youth through schools and memberships.

As announced last year, a significant highlight was the inclusion of the Manitoba Rodeo Cowboys Association (MRCA) Finals Stampede. Qualifying rodeo locations are being announced throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan, providing opportunities for members to qualify for a position at the 2024 CCA Finals Rodeo in North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

The 2024 sanctioned rodeos of the Canadian Cowboys Association are scheduled from April to October. The year will feature over forty events, all culminating in the CCA Finals Championship Rodeo slated for October 24-27, in North Battleford. Tisdale, SK - The Rambler Rodeo, on April 12 and 13 - will host the season’s opening event, followed by the 52nd Kinsmen Rodeo in North Battleford, SK, taking place on April 26, 27, and 28. Kindersley’s indoor rodeo is slated for May 30 and June 1.

The complete Canadian Cowboys Association Rodeo schedule, is available at www.canadiancowboys.ca.