Category Archives: Behind the Scenes 2008

On my second visit to the CNE, I got off the GO train just in time to watch a show begin at the busker stage: “James Johnson and the Magical Daredevil Comedy Show.” Well, I have to say that I … Continue reading →

2008 marked the CNE’s first foray into “blogging” and it was a learning experience.  Thank you to all of our bloggers, David Bednar, Scooter Korek and all the rest, for providing us with the inside scoop.  Thank you also to … Continue reading →

2008 Canadian National Exhibition Association Annual General Meeting Fountain Dining Room, Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place Thursday, October 16, 2008; 10:30 a.m. David Bednar, CNE General Manager, to Members, Directors and Guests Members and Directors, staff and guests, thank you … Continue reading →

You may think that the biggest thrill can be found along the midway — and you’re not far from the truth — but if you really want to feel your heart race, then you need to check out The Rodeo.  … Continue reading →

Our experience here at the 130th annual CNE has been nothing short of spectacular.  The crowds have been fantastic, enthusiastic and totally pumped with our pyro-stunts. But before I go any further, I’m sure there are a few people out … Continue reading →

A spectacular aerialist and equestrian show.  Located in Ricoh Coliseum shows at 2pm and 7pm until August 28. There was so much for the eyes to see.  There was a cinema type background screen, which was mostly displaying horses — but … Continue reading →

Have you ever experienced a rush of excitement when an air show performer streaks across the sky?  As you look up to the sky in awe, the pilot might have the rare opportunity to catch a glimpse of the people … Continue reading →

For a few years I dated a girl from Brandon, Manitoba.  Brandon was our first stop in Canada and we often found a number of employees there who wanted to get the hell out of town, and the Carnival was a … Continue reading →

Flying at the extremes of aircraft and human performance for an air show demands superhuman focus on one’s technical ability, confidence in mechanical preparation, and the ability to reach a “zone” of mental concentration that blocks out any distractions.  Practicing … Continue reading →