CBC, Calgarians help flood victims with Stampede block party

CBC Calgary is hosting aBack in the Saddle block party on Thursday, a fundraising blitz for victims of the flooding that devastated the city and southern Alberta last month.

The day-long festivities include the annual CBC Co-op Stampede Breakfast, more free food throughout the day, and lots of live music including a performance by country legend Ian Tyson.

• CBC Back in the Saddle Block Party and fundraiser

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The money raised at Back in the Saddle will go toward the Calgary Foundation's Flood Recovery and Rebuilding Fund.

CBC Radio is broadcasting live from the event all day. From 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., TV anchor Carla Beynon will host CBC News Calgary from outside the building.

You can make a donation:

• In person at CBC Calgary, 1724 Westmount Blvd. NW.
• Online atthecalgaryfoundation.org.
• By phone at 403-802-7700.