Rodeo du Camion revs up small Quebec town
NOTRE-DAME-DU-NORD, Que. – More than 90,000 spectators showed up in this northwestern Quebec town over the weekend to watch Rodeo du Camion, which featured a variety of contests including truck pulls and heavyweight races.
It was the biggest crowd in 15 years, according to the organizers.
This year marked the 39th edition of the rodeo, one of the biggest events of its kind in Canada.
The rodeo brings in about $4.5 million in economic benefits to the small town.
Funds raised during the event will go to communities and charities in the area.
The rodeo started as part of the local fish derby in 1981. It has since become an event of international renown, attracting participants from many countries.
The 40th edition of the rodeo will be held from July 30 to Aug. 2, 2020.
Have your say
This is a moderated forum. Comments will no longer be published unless they are accompanied by a first and last name and a verifiable email address. (Today's Trucking will not publish or share the email address.) Profane language and content deemed to be libelous, racist, or threatening in nature will not be published under any circumstances.
Just want to say what an awesome time we had very well organized also thanks to one of your racers who repaired our fifth wheel thanks Franco hope to be back for the for #40.