Calgary Shares a “White Hat Welcome” Across Canada

Toronto, ON – As Calgary enjoys its title as Canada’s Cultural Capital in 2012 and the Calgary Stampede celebrates a banner year— its Centennial anniversary — Canadians are invited to spread Alberta’s warm western hospitality across the nation, with the Calgary Stampede, Tourism Calgary and Travel Alberta. On Wednesday, May 9, one lucky winner in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto will discover a red envelope among hundreds of white cowboy hats that will be distributed in high traffic areas in each city. The exclusive red envelope will contain an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Calgary Stampede Centennial in style.

“We’re greatest together,” says Deanne Carson, vice-president of Marketing and External Relations for the Calgary Stampede. “That’s the message behind the special Calgary Stampede celebrations this year. In 2012 the Calgary Stampede is turning 100 years old and together with Travel Alberta and Tourism Calgary, we’re inviting Canadians to join in the celebrations.”

At 11:30 a.m. local time in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto, 200 wristbands will be distributed to the public allowing participants into a special area loaded with hundreds of white cowboy hats. In each city, only one lucky hat will be contain a red envelope with a VIP package to experience the Calgary Stampede Centennial.

The red envelope will contain a VIP prize package for two that includes:

Round-trip airfare to Calgary (if applicable) and two nights accommodation at Hotel Art

Two tickets to the sold-out Garth Brooks concert at the Saddledome on Saturday, July 14

A private Stampede dining experience featuring chef Paul Rogalski at Rouge Restaurant

Cocktails and tapas at Calgary’s only authentic Spanish restaurant, Ox and Angela

Two Day Thrill package for the Calgary Stampede, includes Rodeo tickets, a VIP behind the scenes chuckwagon experience, evening show and more

A $250 gift card to get officially outfitted at Lammle’s Western Wear & Tack

A look into Calgary’s vast attractions with passes to: Glenbow Museum, Calgary Tower, and the Calgary Zoo

The official White Hat drop will take place in the following cities on May 9:

Vancouver, BC: Vancouver Art Gallery Public Square 12:30 p.m. PDT

Calgary, AB: Stephen Avenue (between 1 street SW and 2 street SW) 12:30 p.m. MDT

Toronto, ON: Yonge & Dundas Square 12:30 p.m. EDT

The Calgary White Hat recognizes great ambassadors of hospitality and is the symbol that showcases the four key values of hospitality – integrity, western hospitality, pride of place, and commitment to the community. It is under the banner of the White Hat that Canadians are reminded of the hospitable quality our country exudes. The country is encouraged to bring a White Hat to Calgary this year and extend a warm welcome to the world.

About Calgary Stampede:

Celebrating its centennial in 2012, the Calgary Stampede contributes to the quality of life in Calgary and southern Alberta through its world-renowned 10-day Stampede, year-round facilities, western events and several youth and agriculture programs. The Stampede has been ranked one of the Top places to visit in 2012 and Places to party sort of like a rock star by CNNGo – CNN’s travel and lifestyle division. Exemplifying the theme “We’re Greatest Together”; the volunteer-supported, not-for-profit community organization preserves and promotes western heritage and values. All revenue is reinvested into Calgary Stampede programs and facilities.

Follow the Calgary Stampede:

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/calgarystampede

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calgarystampede

About Tourism Calgary:

Tourism Calgary is Calgary’s Destination Marketing Organization. Representing more than 600 members, Tourism Calgary brings Calgary to the world and the world o Calgary. Tourism annually contributes $1.3 billion in visitor spending to the local community and employs 1 in 10 working Calgarians. For more information about Tourism Calgary, please visit our website at www.visitcalgary.com

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Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/calgary

About Travel Alberta:

Travel Alberta is the tourism marketing agency of the Government of Alberta, Canada. For more information on visiting Alberta, Canada, visit TravelAlberta.com.

 

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