BMO and the Calgary Stampede celebrate Farm Families

CALGARY (660NEWS) — The Calgary Stampede and BMO are honouring 19 Farm Families from around southern Alberta for their work in agriculture and in their community.

After the 2020 awards were cancelled due to the pandemic, families who were due to receive awards will see their names belatedly recognized this year.

“The BMO Farm Family Awards recognize the positive contributions farmers across Alberta have made to their communities and the vital role they play in the health and sustainability of the economy,” said Lynda Taylor, Senior Vice President and Head, Agriculture and Agribusiness, BMO Bank of Montreal in a statement. “BMO has a long and proud history of supporting Canada’s agricultural community, and we are thrilled to honour the leadership, innovative approach to farming, and commitment to western values that these families have shown. Congratulations to 2020’s winning families.”

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Every year, municipal districts nominate one family that display the qualities of a farm family in their area to be recognized for their accomplishments.

In recognition of #CdnAgDay and in partnership with @BMO, we are celebrating 19 Farm Families as a tribute to Alberta agriculture.

To read more about the 2020 BMO Farm Family Awards recipients, visit https://t.co/GDNRsciTsv pic.twitter.com/bmuK5XAvJ2

— Calgary Stampede (@calgarystampede) February 23, 2021

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Each Farm Family will receive a personalized gate sign celebrating their recognition as a BMO Farm Family Award winner.

The list of winners can be viewed on the Calgary Stampede website.