Alberta Canola has been hard at work championing growers, strengthening agriculture literacy, and building connections across the province. Here’s what we’ve been up to and what’s ahead.
STAMPEDE SEASON: SADDLED UP FOR ANOTHER YEAR
With the Calgary Stampede fast approaching, July 3 to 12, 2026, our team is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors to our now two-year-old interactive booth in the AltaLink Hall. This walkthrough exhibit continues to be a favourite among families, food lovers, and international guests, offering a hands-on, friendly space to explore canola’s journey from seed to table.
Calgary Stampede remains one of our strongest platforms for meaningful conversation. Visitors are eager to understand how their food is grown, and they’re often surprised and impressed to hear directly from Alberta growers. In an age of swirling misinformation, your stories matter more than ever. By meeting people with empathy and clear, simple facts, we can counter myths while building trust. These conversations help ensure consumers understand the care and science behind modern agriculture and canola production.
For example, when questions arise about rapeseed oil, it opens the door to explain how canola was developed in Canada to remove high erucic acid levels through traditional plant breeding. This innovation is why canola oil is now among the healthiest and most widely used oils worldwide. At the booth, visitors don’t leave with just the facts; they walk away with a deeper appreciation for the people behind their food. Games, seed bins, and hands-on learning continue to draw curious minds of all ages.
We look forward to returning for another exciting Stampede. Grab your hats and come find us.
GROWING AGRICULTURE LITERACY THROUGH AG FOR LIFE
Our longstanding partnership with Ag for Life continues to flourish. Their curriculum-linked programs bring agriculture to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, offering real-world experiences that connect food, sustainability, and future careers. Early agriculture literacy helps build informed consumers and future decision-makers who understand modern farming.
The Classroom Agriculture Program (CAP) remains a standout initiative, with Grade 4 and 5 classrooms across Alberta receiving visits from volunteers who bring the story of agriculture to life. Teachers consistently share how these programs spark curiosity and create lasting learning moments
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