The chutes open on Canadian professional rodeo鈥檚 biggest stage in Alberta tonight (Wednesday), Nov. 2.
The 48th annual Canadian Finals Rodeo begins its six-performance show at Westerner Park鈥檚 Peavey Mart Centrium in Red Deer, and Vernon鈥檚 Jaret Cooper has one of the best seats in the house.
Cooper is among the three finalists competing for the championship buckle in the novice saddle bronc, along with Tyrel Roberts of Charlie Lake, B.C., and Colten Powell of Innisfail, Alta.
Cooper collected $10,133.95 in pro earnings on the Canadian Pro Rodeo Association鈥檚 2022 schedule.
Canada鈥檚 top cowboys and cowgirls will compete in all of rodeo鈥檚 major events.
In addition to the daily rodeo through to Sunday, live entertainment, a trade show and more will happen on-site.
The Red Deer region will experience an economic impact in excess of $35 million through this year鈥檚 CFR.
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