March Reflections

Miss Rodeo Canada 2026

March began in Saskatoon at Telemiracle, one of the largest telethons in the world. This year, the province of Saskatchewan raised over $10 million, an incredible achievement and a true testament to the generosity of our communities. It was such a privilege to connect with so many people throughout the event, and a full-circle moment for me as some of the residents I work with at the group home were able to attend. That made the experience all the more meaningful.

Throughout the month, I also spent time keeping up with the rodeo action on The Cowboy Channel, especially during the Texas Swing. It was so exciting to cheer on our Canadian athletes from home and watch them compete on such a big stage down south.

One of the most special moments of the month was picking up my truck from Cam Clark Ford. Seeing all the MRC sponsors represented on such a beautiful vehicle was a reminder of just how much support surrounds this program. Being able to include my horse, Utah, really made the experience extra special.

From there, the official 2026 Canadian Professional Rodeo Association season kicked off in Rimbey, Alberta. It was incredibly meaningful to celebrate alongside fellow rodeo queens while also taking time to honor the life of Rimbey Rodeo Queen, Kayla Peacock, who we lost in late February. It was a weekend filled with reflection, remembrance, and appreciation for such a bright and impactful life.

Following Rimbey, I attended the Alberta Country Music Awards in Edmonton alongside 840 CFCW. It was such an honor to be part of an evening that celebrates the incredible talent we have not only in Alberta, but across Canada. I was grateful for the opportunity to speak on stage and to connect with so many talented individuals.  Thank you to Chateau Lacombe for your hospitality.

To wrap up the month, I traveled to North Battleford, Saskatchewan to host the first-ever Miss Rodeo Canada Clinic in the province. This weekend meant so much to me. I cannot thank my guest speakers and horsemanship clinician, Julian Ireland, enough for their time and support. Being able to step into a mentorship role and work with the next generation of rodeo queens was incredibly rewarding.

My hope is that this clinic continues to grow in the years ahead and helps encourage young women to pursue opportunities within our industry, including running for Miss Rodeo Canada. It is so important to create spaces where learning can flourish, and I was truly over the moon with how the weekend came together.

Overall, March was a quieter month, which allowed me to spend some valuable time at home, working in the hospital and riding my horses. Those moments of balance are something I deeply appreciate amidst a busy year.

As we head into April, things are picking up quickly. I’ll be on the road for the majority of the month, and I am so excited for all that’s ahead. I’m especially looking forward to spending plenty of time traveling in my F150 from Cam Clark Automotive Group and continuing this incredible journey.

I can’t wait to share more with you next month.

Truly Blessed,

Abbey Harty

Miss Rodeo Canada 2026