Public health orders were lifted in British Columbia and Alberta July 1 and in Saskatchewan July 11, and many are relishing the chance to travel, see people, and do things they were unable to for 15 months. After being denied the chance last year, thousands of Canadians are enjoying the Calgary Stampede, which kicked off on July 9. “The crowd is smaller because of the capacity in the grandstand, but still a great, high-energy crowd and a great experience,” Stampede spokesperson Kristina Barnes said in an interview. “Stampede Park has about 25 percent more space than it normally does just to give people a little bit more room to run. So a few less rides and food vendors, but certainly keeping all the very best ones that everyone loves the most.” This year’s event includes some seating areas that offer more space than others to accommodate varying comfort levels of …