The North of the Border Canadians Qualifier is a two-day rodeo, sanctioned by the NHSRA Western Legacy Series. This event takes place immediately before the Canadian High School Finals and gives contestants a last chance to earn a qualifying spot into the Canadian Finals. Entries are open to all contestants to compete in their events, and the top 2 in each event secure invitations to compete at the Canadian High School Finals Rodeo.
August 5-6, 2026
Vermilion Ag Society Fair Grounds
Vermilion, AB
The Canadian High School Finals Rodeo (CHSFR) is more than a competition — it celebrates Canada’s western heritage, the values of hard work, leadership, and community.
Together, we’re showcasing the future of rodeo, fostering youth excellence, and welcoming families, sponsors, and spectators from across the country.
The CHSFR represents the pinnacle of youth rodeo in Canada. This championship brings together the top Junior High and High School athletes from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario — all competing for national titles. It is the culmination of a year of dedication, growth, and elite rodeo competition.
August 7-9, 2026
Vermilion Ag Society Fair Grounds
Vermilion, AB
MAJOR SPONSORS
Title Sponsor – $10,000
Platinum Sponsor – $7,500
Gold Sponsor – $5,000
Silver Sponsor – $2,500
Bronze Sponsor – $1,000
SPECIALTY SPONSORS
Dirt Sponsor – $3,000
Bullfighter Sponsor – $3,000
Pickup Men Sponsor – $3,000
IN-KIND SUPPORT
Major In-Kind – $5,000+
Supporting In-Kind – up to $4,999
Your support helps create an unforgettable experience that celebrates Vermilion’s hospitality, youth sport, and the western way of life. Your sponsorship supports:
All sponsors will receive recognition on:
During rodeo week, sponsors may also be highlighted:
Go-Round Event Awards will be held in the UCT Pavilion 30 mins following Perf
Final Awards & Scholarships will be held in the UCT Pavilion 30 mins following Perf on Saturday
** Shavings Barn open Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30am-9:30am**
Congratulations to our 2023 Canadian Champions!
High School
Junior High
Every contestant who attends Canadians must complete a Medical Release Form which must be signed by a commissioner of oaths.
A signed entry form is also required for each contestant. All forms must be completed and emailed to the Provincial Secretary by July 12, 2023.
Payments are accepted by etransfer to ahsraoffice@gmail.com.
Let us know if you have any questions or concerns, or if you’re interested in sponsoring our provincial Junior High or High School finals.
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Thank you to Carla Pocock, our PR Coordinator, for crafting engaging social media content to highlight our members and partners!
🚨 ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN — DON’T WAIT! 🚨
It’s time to head to Utah 🏔️🔥
The 15th Annual Intermountain Icebreaker is on the horizon! Don’t miss your chance to compete for a share of $87,000 in prizes and awards at one of the premier events of the season.
This event is part of the NHSRA Western Legacy Series, created to give NHSRA members additional opportunities to compete at a higher level outside of the National Junior High and High School Finals.
🏔 INTERMOUNTAIN ICEBREAKER
📍 Golden Spike Event Center | Ogden, Utah
📅 March 3–7, 2026
Who can enter?
• NHSRA High School & Junior High members
• 5th grade & under may compete with the Junior High division
• Contestants who are not NHSRA members are not eligible for added money
🏆 Over $87,000 in prizes & awards
🏆 28 Saddles & 296 Buckles
🏆 Jackpot events running Tuesday–Friday
⏰ Entries close February 20th — don’t miss out!
Secure your spot before it’s too late.
🔗 ENTER HERE:
👉 https://www.cognitoforms.com/IntermountainIcebreaker1/_2026IntermountainIcebreaker
🌐 EVENT WEBSITE:
👉 https://www.intermountainicebreaker.com/
📲 Be sure to check out the official @intermountainicebreaker Facebook & Instagram pages for updates, schedules, and additional event information.
Load the trailer. Grab your crew. Utah is calling.
AHSRA Class of 2026 🎓
Grace Hansen
School: Redwater School
AHSRA Rodeo District: District 2
Years with AHSRA: 4 years
Events: Barrel Racing, Pole Bending
Favourite rodeo memory:
Winning the pole bending average at the Ponoka Black Elk Fall Rodeo in 2025 with the horse I patterned myself.
Plans after high school:
Attend Concordia University of Edmonton for an arts degree in psychology, then attend the University of Alberta to pursue a PhD in law. I plan to continue my passion for rodeo alongside the amazing people I’ve met through the AHSRA.
Fun fact:
I have ridden horses my entire life but was terrified to go faster than a slow jog. I didn’t lope a horse until I was twelve.
#AHSRA #ClassOf2026 #AHSRAGraduate #NotYourAverageTeenager #RodeoLife
District 2 spring season. Locked in.
You have until February 15 to become a member and compete this spring. If you’re planning to run in District 2, now is the time.
District 2 – Junior High
• Stettler — April 3–4
• The Pointe (Strathcona County) — April 11
• Thorsby — April 17
• Oyen — April 24–25
• Vermilion — May 1
• Stettler (Ponoka Black Elks) — May 8–9
🏁 Junior High Finals — Rimbey | May 22–24
District 2 – High School
• Stettler — April 4–5
• The Pointe (Strathcona County) — April 11–12
• Thorsby — April 18–19
• Oyen — April 25–26
• Vermilion — May 2–3
• Stettler (Ponoka Black Elks) — May 9–10
• Lindale — May 17–18
🏁 High School Finals — Claresholm | June 3–7
🔗 Become a Member (deadline: Feb 15):
https://albertahsrodeo.com/become-a-member/
📌 District websites are the best source for current information (outside of your District Secretary):
🔗 District 2 Junior High
https://albertahsrodeo.com/junior-high/d2-junior/
🔗 District 2 High School
https://albertahsrodeo.com/high-school/d2-high-school/
Announcing the AHSRA Class of 2026 🎓
Over the coming weeks, the Alberta High School Rodeo Association will be celebrating our Class of 2026 graduating members.
Some of these graduates have grown up in our arenas — we’ve watched them learn, fall, get back up, and grow into confident young athletes and leaders. Others may have joined us more recently, bringing their own passion and dedication to our association. No matter how long they’ve been with us, each graduate has earned their place here, and we are incredibly proud of every one of them.
These young people have balanced school, family, livestock, travel, and competition, all while representing the values rodeo teaches — hard work, responsibility, resilience, and respect. Every Grade 12 member of the AHSRA who has fulfilled their membership obligations is eligible for AHSRA scholarships, recognizing their commitment to both their education and the cowboy way of life.
This Graduate Spotlight Series is our way of celebrating our graduates and honouring the journey that brought them here, as well as the values they will carry forward.
📣 A note for graduates:
If you are a 2026 graduate and a member of the Alberta High School Rodeo Association and did not receive an email from your District Secretary regarding this campaign, please contact us at:
📧 ahsrapublicrelations@gmail.com
We want to ensure every graduate has the opportunity to be included.
🤍 Join us as we celebrate the AHSRA Class of 2026.
#AHSRA #ClassOf2026 #AHSRAGraduates #NotYourAverageTeenager #RodeoLife #ProudOfOurGrads
