2009 - Robert Thivierge (page 8)

A dog in sheep’s clothes

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

I took this on July 3, 2009, near the end of the Calgary Stampede Parade, as it finished up along 9 Avenue SE, near 4 Street.

To Serve and Protect at Parade

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The apparent arrest, by the same officers, seen in the smaller picture, was the only one I saw. Otherwise, police were pretty much just walking around and meeting people.

Princess of Steele in Calgary

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Amy Hebert, as "Sam Steele Princess", was promoting Sam Steele Days in Cranbrook, British Columbia.

Woman of the Old West

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This is the Wildwest Event Centre "Women of Rodeo" float.

Clapping for the troops at Calgary Parade

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

There was lots of cheering and clapping for the military component of the parade.

Hannah Coskey at 2009 Stampede Parade

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Miss Sun and Salsa 2008 Hannah Coskey was part of the group promoting the Sun and Salsa Festival, including the Pageant.

RCMP Officers Ride in Stampede Parade

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

A couple members of the RCMP on horseback.

Crowd at 2009 Stampede Parade

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Spectators on the other side of the road.

Mike Holmes talks to Leslie Horton

July 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Mike Holmes is the star of his own show Holmes on Homes on HGTV. He was the Parade Marshall, and is seen here being interviewed by Leslie Horton of Global TV Calgary (CICT).

Serbian-Canadian dancers in Calgary

July 1, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This was outside of the Serbian-Canadian community's tent at Prince's Island. It was part of the city's marking of Canada Day on July 1, 2009.

Souljah Fyah drummer

July 1, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Souljah Fyah is a reggae band that performed at the main stage on Prince's Island, as part of the Canada Day celebrations on July 1, 2009.

Sista J of Souljah Fyah sings

July 1, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This is Janaya "Sista J" Ellis singing with Souljah Fyah, a reggae band, performing at the main stage on Prince's Island, as part of the Canada Day celebrations on July 1, 2009.

Eau Canada Crowd

July 1, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Some of the crowd watching entertainers on stage outside of Eau Claire Market, celebrating Canada Day on July 1, 2009. Heavy crowds prevented good shots of the stage. The best angle I could get, was from above/behind the stage, which is where this was taken.

Busker Magic payoff time

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Jimbo (right) doing a magic show with a young assistant from the audience. Right now, she's receiving a balloon animal as "payment" for helping with the magic act. This is at the Eau Claire Busker's Circle.

Krishnas at Prince’s Island

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Heard on Calgary's Prince's Island:

Reporter interviews activist by garden

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

I did actually get a full shot with both people, but liked this crop more.

Pirates against racism in Kensington

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

I'm not sure the connection, but the pirate flag was flown.

Marching against racism down 10 Street

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Calgary's Anti-Racist Action (ARA) held a rally and march through Kensington to protest againt the presence of the neo-Nazi Aryan Guard group.

Queers for Diversity in Calgary

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Calgary's Anti-Racist Action (ARA) held a rally and march through Kensington to protest againt the presence of the neo-Nazi Aryan Guard group.

No, you’re not looking in this backpack

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The police, particularly this officer, asked a number of people to search their backpacks and bags. A signficant portion agreed to do so. But, the woman on the left steadfastly refused his initially "friendly" request, and the progressively tougher bullying attempts. He was obviously unhappy, but was also very careful to stay within the technical limits of what he's allowed to say and do.