Canadian Professional Rodeo Association
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
TAKE NOTICE THAT the Annual Meeting (the “Annual Meeting”) of the Members of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (the “Association”) will be held on April 18, 2026 at Acclaim Hotel Calgary Airport, 123 Freeport Blvd NE, Calgary, Alberta (Constellation room) commencing at 1:00pm MST.
The Board of Directors has set December 31, 2025 as the record date for the Annual Meeting. Regular Members in good standing as of December 31, 2025 will be entitled to attend and vote on matters to be brought before the Annual Meeting.
Any Member entitled to be present and to vote at the Annual Meeting may be represented at such meetings and vote on any matter properly brought before the meetings by any person (who need not be a Member) as proxy for the Member, provided that a written proxy signed by the Member in a form complying with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (the “Act”) and acceptable to the Secretary of the Association is deposited with the Secretary prior to commencement of the applicable meeting. A form of proxy is available on the website of the Association.
Business to be conducted at the Annual Meeting
In accordance with the By-Laws of the Association, the business to be conducted at the Annual Meeting is as follows:
- to approve the minutes of the last annual meeting and consider business arising from those minutes;
- to receive and consider the report of the Executive;
- to receive and consider the report of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO);
- to receive the financial statements and the report of the public accountant of the Association thereon;
- to appoint the public accountant of the Association to hold office until the next Annual Meeting;
- to elect the President of the Association (Scroll down to read more from nominees.)
- to confirm the election of Shane Crouch (Rodeo Committee Director) by acclamation, to elect 1 Stock Contractor Director (all members) and to elect the 2 Contestant Directors of the Association; and
- such other business as may be properly brought before the meeting.
The financial statements of the Association are available to any Member on request to the Association. A hard copy of the financial statements will be available to the Members who attend the Annual Meeting.
Voting Procedure for Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting
In accordance with By-Law 4.07 of the Association, voting for the election of the President and Directors at the Annual Meeting shall be conducted by anonymous ballot electronically in advance of the meeting and the ballots for the election of the Directors will be destroyed by the Secretary of the Association upon the completion of the election. Every other question submitted to the Annual Meeting shall be decided in the first instance by ordinary resolution (a resolution passed by a majority of the votes cast on that resolution) by electronic poll (virtual equivalent to show of hands) unless a person entitled to vote at the meeting has demanded a ballot and in the case of an equality of votes the chairman of the meeting shall both on an electronic poll (virtual equivalent to show of hands) and on a ballot have a second or casting vote in addition to the vote or votes to which he may be otherwise entitled. The electronic ballot for each class or group of Members entitled to vote on the election of the Directors is included with the electronic notice sent by SurveyMonkey. If a Member will not be in attendance at the Annual Meeting in person or by proxy, he/she may vote on such elections by completing their ballot with the Association prior to the meeting. Members in attendance at the Annual Meeting who have not previously deposited their ballots with the Association will be provided with the opportunity to cast their vote at the meeting. Due to the meeting being held in an on-line forum, any member wishing to cast their vote at the meeting may do so either using the chat function to private message the host or through a polling function if available. A member who is calling in would not be able to utilize those options and therefore would be asked to cast their vote verbally.
DATED this 16th day of March, 2026.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD
* Notice of Annual Meeting (pdf download)
* Proxy Form (pdf download)
Meet the CPRA Presidential Nominees
CHANCE BUTTERFIELD
I have accepted a nomination for President of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association at the request of members of the CPRA from different areas of the sport. That request was something I took seriously before deciding to step forward.
Rodeo has given so much to many of us. It has built careers, friendships, families, and communities. It represents a way of life that deserves to be protected and strengthened for the next generation.
We have good people involved in this organization today who care deeply about the sport and work hard to keep it moving forward. My intention would be to support the good things already in place while helping identify and address the gaps that will allow the association to grow.
My goal is simple: bring our organization together around a clear direction for the future and long term sustainability.
Our board, staff, membership, committees, contractors, and partners all have a stake in the success of Pro Rodeo. We may come from different perspectives, but we share the same responsibility to leave the sport stronger than we found it. That comes through consultation, alignment, and thoughtful strategic planning.
I believe the role of the president is to be a guiding voice that helps bring people together, ensures all stakeholders are heard, and keeps the focus on what is best for the long term health of the sport.
If elected, my focus would be on laying groundwork that strengthens communication, professionalism, and leadership within the organization so future leaders are positioned for continued success.
Regardless of the outcome, the CPRA will remain in capable hands chosen by the membership. Whoever is selected to lead will have my full support.
Kind regards,
Chance C Butterfield
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BRAIDY HOWES
My name is Braidy Howes, and I am a four-time Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) qualifier and a proud member of the CPRA since I was 14 years old. Rodeo has always been a central part of my life, shaping my values of hard work, respect, and dedication to the sport.
I previously served two terms (4 years) on the CPRA Board of Directors. During that time, I had the opportunity to be part of meaningful progress within our association, including the introduction of Breakaway Roping and the return of the CFR to Edmonton—both important milestones for our sport and its members.
Outside of rodeo, my family owns and operates an oilfield company that has been serving Provost and surrounding areas since 1986. Our focus is repairing, maintaining, and optimizing existing oil and gas wells. For the last 12 years I have played a key leadership role within the organization, overseeing the company’s health & safety compliance systems across all operations. My responsibilities include onboarding new employees, developing and enforcing comprehensive safety programs, leading detailed accident and incident investigations, conducting internal and external audits, and maintaining our Certificate of Recognition (COR) through Energy Safety Canada. I work closely with management and field supervisors to ensure regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a strong safety culture across our rig crews, while supporting day-to-day operations and workforce management in a demanding and high-risk industry.
I believe rodeo is built on community, hard work, and respect for the members and volunteers who make this sport possible. I am committed to supporting long-term stability and growth within our association by promoting clear communication, transparency, and fair representation of our rules and bylaws.
I look forward to contributing to the association again as your presidential nominee.
Braidy Howes