Western Cup

06/01/2026

Calgary celebrates Pride beginning at the end of August, but we’re sending our love out to the community now as we kick off the beginning of Pride Month!⁣⁣
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Now more than ever, our communities need love. We need allies. We need people to speak up for those with no voice. We need each other, together, to stand up and shout out loud that we have always been here, we always will be here, and that love is love. ⁣⁣
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As your Apollo and Western Cup team, we always say the statement below (chances are good you’ve heard it). But this statement is true not just during this month. It is true always. It’s our commitment to you to provide the kind of community you can be proud to be a part of. ⁣⁣
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And so here is our commitment again:⁣
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Apollo has always stood for creating safe spaces for everyone to feel welcome and comfortable. We stand with everyone who shares these values and we are committed to supporting those who are oppressed.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Apollo proudly stands in solidarity with the entire 2SLGBTQ+ community. Always, we celebrate you, we welcome you, and we love you for exactly who you are. We continue to commit to educating ourselves, learning where we are falling short and actively striving to do better. We commit to this not just today, but every day.⁣
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Happy Pride Month to us all. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜⁣

05/17/2026

Today, we stand with our 2SLGBTQ+ family with love and support and celebrate International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia—created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by le***an, gay, bis*xual, transgender, inters*x people and all other people with diverse s*xual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and s*x characteristics.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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This year’s International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia theme is “At the Heart of Democracy”, a powerful reminder that the soil of truly democratic societies must be rich in meaningful equity and justice for all, fostering the flourishing of the entire community.⁣
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We know that “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights” represents a promise not yet fulfilled—for 2SLGBTQ+ people in Canada and across the world, and for everyone experiencing the suffocating impact on their lives of diverse layers of inequalities, especially today as members of our community stand in the face of increased hatred, now even closer to home, with direct attacks and human rights violations unjustly legitimized by those in positions of power.⁣
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Sources: may17.org⁣⁣⁣, canada.ca⁣⁣
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Apollo has always stood for creating safe spaces for everyone to feel welcome and comfortable. We stand with everyone who shares these values and we are committed to supporting those who are oppressed.⁣⁣
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Apollo proudly stands in solidarity with the entire 2SLGBTQ+ community. Always, we celebrate you, we welcome you, and we love you for exactly who you are. We continue to commit to amplifying and adding to your voice and educating ourselves, learning where we are falling short and actively striving to do better. We commit to this not just today, but every day.

05/16/2026

04/09/2026

Who’s got spirit? These fine folks do! Congratulations to this year’s winners of the Western Cup Spirit Awards, awarded to the most spirited players in every sport tournament!⁣
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Brought to you by our title sponsor for Western Cup 42, Cold Garden, along with Alberta Beer Festivals and Sport Chek, each winner was given a fabulous gift basket at the conclusion of their respective tournaments.⁣
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Congratulations again to you all and thank you for bringing your spirit to Western Cup weekend!⁣
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Carl Monge—Badminton⁣
Clarence Cayabyab—Bowling⁣
Edward Dodd—Curling⁣
Lucas Gillard—Dodgeball⁣
Karen D—Hockey⁣
Franki Morgan—Skiing⁣
Jordan Heppenstall—Soccer⁣
Luke Ng—Volleyball⁣
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Photo credit for soccer: Stephanie Bunch Photography

04/06/2026

Congratulations to Stephanie Hopkins, our winner of the 50/50 draw! You’ve won a cash prize of $1,213! Enjoy!⁣
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Thank you, Stephanie, and to everyone who contributed to this contest. This means that $1,213 (the other half) will be donated to the End of the Rainbow Foundation.⁣
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The End of the Rainbow Foundation hosts the Calgary LGBTQ+ Refugee Centre and the Calgary LGBTQ+ Private Sponsorship Program, helping settle SOGIESC refugees from outside Canada. The foundation also hosts a variety of volunteer-run support groups and mentor services.

04/05/2026

And with that, Western Cup 42 comes to a close. And what a weekend it was.

Thank you athletes, fans, community members, and allies for bringing your A-Game to your sports, your camaraderie to your teams, and your sense of friendly competition to Western Cup. This event wouldn’t be what it is without you. To our sport coordinators, your tireless dedication shone yet again this year and we are so lucky to have you at the helm. Take a well-earned break! To our production crew and performers, thank you for lending your talents and making this weekend so memorable. And to our sponsors, thank you for giving generously to support Western Cup and the communities we serve. We so appreciate your partnership and kindness.

Until next year, everyone. We’re signing off for a beat and we can’t wait to show you what we’ve got in store for you next.

Get home safe and take care. xo

04/05/2026

The 50/50 jackpot is currently sitting at $1,128! ⁣
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Throughout Western Cup 42 weekend, 50/50 tickets are available for purchase at the social events and online, with all proceeds donated to the End of the Rainbow Foundation.⁣
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Act now if you want to get in on the action—ticket purchases close at 11:59 PM tonight (April 5)! Tickets can also be purchased with the link on westerncup.com or through the QR code here (also posted at all Western Cup events). Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize—we will contact you with the good news if your name is drawn!⁣
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The End of the Rainbow Foundation hosts the Calgary LGBTQ+ Refugee Centre and the Calgary LGBTQ+ Private Sponsorship Program, helping settle SOGIESC refugees from outside Canada. The foundation also hosts a variety of volunteer-run support groups and mentor services.

04/05/2026

Short and sweet: here is the schedule for today’s She Gon’ Bus service!