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

E: info@agribition.com

www.agribition.com

@Agribition