Global Television has become the official television partner of the Calgary Stampede (taking place from July 7 – July 16). Global, which also holds the title of official entertainment sponsor, will broadcast nationwide both the Calgary Stampede Parade and the actual Calgary Stampede Rodeo, which boasts $1 million in prize money. Additionally, the net will air a Stampede preview on July 5 as well as the Stampede Lottery on the final night of the event on local affiliates Global Calgary and CH Red Deer respectively.