Politicians from across the political spectrum have descended on the Calgary Stampede. More:
Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been a regular visitor to the Stampede, as have the leaders of the federal Conservatives, NDP and Green Party.
Interim party leader Candice Bergen assured the crowd of 1,100 that unity doesn't mean uniformity and it's okay if party members disagree on a number of issues. "I know things are heating up and they have heated up during the leadership race and so they should. Leadership my friends is not for the faint of heart. I have no doubt that we will be united and strong after September 10 after our new leader is announced."
"Why am I running for prime minister? To put you back in charge of your life by making Canada the freest nation on earth."Pierre Poilievre, centre, Conservative Party leadership candidate, attends a party barbecue in Calgary, Alta., Saturday.