agribition insider - fall 2014
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Equine events continue to be a signifi cant attraction for visitors of all ages. This year CWA has added
something new: Chore Team Events. The Chore Team Events include Chore Team Competition, Feed
Team Race, and Water Barrel Race. The Chore Team Competition is a test of skill and agility, involving
a team of horses completing a skill-testing course, challenging both the horses and the drivers. The
Feed Team Race is a head to head race where horses race through a course, stopping at three feed
stations to pick up and drop off feed with the fastest team winning. Water Barrel Racing is a test
of driver control, smoothness, and speed. Teams are
challenged to haul a barrel of water through a timed
course without spilling any water. Catch these events on Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday,
November 26. See schedule for exact times.
Full Contact Jousting brings a new level of athleticism, bravery, and entertainment to Agribition.
The competition does not feature choreographed jousting like you would see at dinner theatre
entertainment, but rather authentic, competitive, full contact jousting. Full Contact Jousting at
Agribition displays the sport’s true physical and dangerous roots. Two men and two horses will charge
at each other on either side of a 180’ fence and collide at 30 miles an hour with 11’ long lances. Watch
one of the most extreme, dangerous sports ever played, on Saturday, November 29. See schedule for
exact times.
New Events to the 2014 ShowChore Team Events and Full Contact Jousting
As we come into fall, the planning of Agribition is well in hand, and I look forward to another
outstanding event. The summer and fall have been full of committee meetings, phone calls and
planning, and I believe we are going to raise the bar again this year.
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the extensive exhibitor support we receive. On the livestock
side, we have exhibitors from all across the country representing beef, sheep, goats, bison and
even stock dogs, to name a few. On the trade show side, we have another sold out event. From
cars to combines to jewelry we appreciate all our exhibitors. From our 40 year to our fi rst year
exhibitors, all of you bring the show to life and make this event the best show in the country. This
is something we can all be proud of.
On behalf of the Board and staff at CWA, I would like to thank the volunteers and all the
exhibitors for their hard work and dedication to make this show a success. The enhancements and
growth would not be possible without their continued support.
Looking forward to seeing you all at our best show yet!
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PAGE 1: New Events
PAGE 2: Agribition Express
PAGE 2: Pump Roadhouse Stage
PAGE 3: Community Involvement
PAGE 4: Incoming Buyers
Program
PAGE 5: Staff Updates
PAGE 5: Important Dates
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A Group Eff ort
Reed Andrew,
President of Canadian Western Agribition
Catch a Ride on the Agribition Ex press!New Shuttle Bus Program - The Agribition Express
Head to the show for free on the Agribition Express! The Agribition Express is a shuttle bus program which will give you a ride to and from your
vehicle parked at either Northgate Mall or Southland Mall. The Agribition Express will leave from both Northgate Mall and Southland Mall
every hour, at the top of the hour beginning at 10:00 am and ending at 6:00 pm. It will leave from the Brandt Centre Box Offi ce every hour, at the
bottom of the hour beginning at 10:30 am and ending at 6:30 pm. Gate admission is free when you ride with the Agribition Express!
Post-rodeo, Agribition Express will return to both the Northgate Mall and Southland Mall.
Ex panded Entertainment StageCanadian Western Agribition Features Talented Acts You Don’t Want To Miss
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What’s New at Agribition 2014
• Chore Team Events: Chore Team
Competition, Feed Team Race, Water
Barrel Race
• Full Contact Jousting
• 8 National Beef Shows
• Expanded Yards for display cattle
• Agribition Express
• Family Day Entertainment: Face
Painting, Mascot Parade, Wild Wool
Ride
The Pump Roadhouse Stage at Agribition is back with an exciting entertainment line-up! In addition to performances by the Regina Multicultural
Council, the Pump Roadhouse Stage will feature:
Morgan Mayer
Band
Chris Henderson
BandThe Dead South Blake Berglund Belle Plaine
Thursday, Nov 27
@ 6:00 pm + after
Rodeo
Friday, Nov 28
@ 6:00 pm +
after Rodeo
Friday, Nov 28 immediately after
Rodeo
Saturday, Nov 29 @ 6:00 pm
+ after RodeoSaturday, Nov 29
immediately after Rodeo
Community InvolvementCanadian Western Agribition (CWA) takes part in I Love Regina Day, Regina Folk Festival, Regina 2014 North
American Indigenous Games (NAIG) and the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
The CWA team strives to make a footprint in the community and show support for
those who have supported the show over the years. The staff , with support from
the Directors, set up a tent and display at I Love Regina Day on July 19, 2014. A few
months later, CWA set up a similar display at Regina Folk Festival on August 9 and
10, 2014. The displays featured a temporary tattoo application station, a wooden
horse for photo opportunities, as well as hay bales and a dummy roping area. Both
events were a success, entertaining hundreds of kids over the 3 days.
The CWA staff also dedicated
volunteer hours at the Regina
2014 North American
Indigenous Games (NAIG).
The staff off ered various support
including creating meals for the
volunteers and athletes, working various receptions, and entering data in the results centre. It
is important to CWA to support the Indigenous community as they contribute to the culture of
the show. From the First Nations Pavilion to the Indigenous Agriculture Summit, First Nations
play an integral part in CWA programming.
In August 2014 a new phenomenon hit the social media
circuit - the “Ice Bucket Challenge.” The challenge involves
people getting doused with buckets of ice water on video,
posting that video to social media, then nominating others
to do the same, all in an eff ort to raise funds and awareness
for ALS. People can either accept the challenge or make a
donation to an ALS Charity of their choice, or do both. CEO,
Marty Seymour and the CWA management team were
nominated by Evraz Place and are proud to say both were
completed. “We were skeptical at fi rst to participate in what
seemed like an attention seeking trend on Facebook, but
after learning more about families suff ering with ALS and
understanding the positive impact of this viral campaign,
we decided to participate,” says Marty. CWA’s
donation has contributed to the total of $114
million that has been raised so far for ALS
from the Ice Bucket Challenge. Visit Canadian
Western Agribition on Facebook to watch CWA’s
Ice Bucket Challenge video.
Top to Bottom: Lucy Rynor, Darryl Ulledal, Corey Hoskins, Sylvia Boyko, Randi Seitz, Shawna Fuchs, Sarah Novak, Marty Seymour
Sylvia and Sarah dummy roping with kids at Regina Folk Festival.
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Shawna, Sarah, and Sylvia volunteering at NAIG.
Agribition as a World-Class EventIncoming Buyers Program for International Buyers
STARS Air Ambulance Benefi ts From Charity Auction
International buyers and industry representatives have the opportunity to participate in the Agribition Incoming Buyers Program. Canadian
Western Agribition (CWA) coordinates with Canadian breeders, genetics companies, and equipment manufacturers to support international buyers
in their travel and attendance at the show. The program off ers fi nancial support as well as customized service and access to specialized itineraries
including farm and industry tours. Qualifi ed buyers taking part in the program are eligible for 50% of their travel expenses up to $1,500 CDN. For
more information on the program and the application form go to www.agribition.com >> International >> Guests
STARS Air Ambulance will once again be the benefi ciary for the annual Winners Circle charity auction. The charity auction is part of the Winners
Circle Auctioneer Competition, presented by Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.
Winners Circle brings together some of North America’s top auctioneers for a competition
of tongue-twisting talent. The auctioneers will be selling off the naming rights for teams
in the horse pull competitions as well as charity items for STARS Air Ambulance.
At the 2013 annual Winners Circle Auctioneer
Competition, CWA raised $4,925 for STARS.
Agribition was the host to numerous other
events to raise money for STARS as well: The
Canadian Bison Association raised $15,000
for STARS as part of its national convention
held during Agribition, and Bouchard Livestock raised $10,200 for STARS through the sale of a signed
‘Shologan’ Saskatchewan Roughrider jersey during their Simmental Sale at Agribition.
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Volunteer Program ImprovementsVolunteer Database Changes See Positive Results
In an attempt to improve volunteer communication and placement of CWA’s
extensive volunteer support, the organization has implemented a new
volunteer management database. Like all new systems, the potential exists
for errors and omissions in the information CWA has on fi le for individual
volunteers. CWA encourages all volunteers to validate and verify their
personal information and years of service with their respective committee
chairs or CWA staff prior to or during the show. Volunteers are the lifeblood
of the organization. Show organizers would like to ensure a smooth
transition to the new system. Your patience is appreciated.
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Staff Updates
Important Dates to Remember
• October 15, 2014
Bison, Chore Team Events, and Horse Pulls entry deadline
• October 30, 2014
Hall of Fame nomination deadline
• November 1, 2014
Jim Lewthwaite Memorial Award and Chris Sutter Award
nominations deadline
• November 1, 2014
Commercial Cattle and Stock Dogs entry deadline
• November 18, 2014
Youth Showmanship and Youth Team Grooming entry deadline
• November 20-24, 2014
Trade show exhibitor move-in
• November 24-29, 2014
Canadian Western Agribition
• November 25-29, 2014
Canadian Cowboys’ Association Finals Rodeo
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CWA Welcomes New Employee
Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) is excited to announce the new Livestock Event Coordinator,
Randi Seitz. Originally from Yorkton, SK, Randi comes to CWA with a passion for agriculture and
livestock, particularly equine. In this role she will be responsible for all Brandt Centre events. She
brings a breadth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the organization.
Corey Hoskins: Rising Star
CWA’s Trade Show Manager, Corey Hoskins, was named a Rising
Star by EXPO magazine for his outstanding work and impact
on CWA. Since Corey joined the CWA team, he has made many
positive changes with the trade show component of the show
and each year the impacts are evident. Corey’s focus on visitor
traffi c fl ow and space design were instrumental in achieving
this prestigious honour. Congratulations Corey!
Canadian Western Agribition
2nd Floor Canada Centre, Evraz Place
Box 3535, Regina, Saskatchewan
Canada S4P 3J8
P: (306) 565-0565
www.agribition.com
@Agribition