CALGARY — Throngs of people joined lineups to be served pancakes today by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at her official Calgary Stampede breakfast.

It’s Smith’s second annual appearance for the traditional event, and the premier says this year the Stampede feels different.

Smith says there are more parties and events, and people are embracing the 10-day festival and rodeo as a chance to do business and honour the province’s heritage.

Alberta premier says people are embracing the 10-day rodeo as a chance to do business and honour province's heritage.{ai:summary}<p>In a city known for its wild atmosphere, Premier Smith serves up pancakes at Stampede breakfast, noting a shift in the air. More parties, more events, more business mingling – the Calgary Stampede is not just a rodeo, but a celebration of Alberta's roots and future. #society</p>

Danielle Smith dons apron for her second Stampede breakfast as Alberta premier

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