Category: Events

  • Town of High River Hosts Annual Green Sweep to Clean up Community

    Town of High River Hosts Annual Green Sweep to Clean up Community

      HIGH RIVER, AB: On Saturday, May 7 volunteers will be cleaning up green spaces around High River in the 12th annual Community Green Sweep hosted by the Town of High River. Volunteers are needed to help with raking leaves, collecting branches, picking up garbage and more. The event starts at 8 a.m. at the…

  • Author Lawrence Hill Gives Free Talk at Calgary Public Library “Sold Out” Event

    Author Lawrence Hill Gives Free Talk at Calgary Public Library “Sold Out” Event

    The Book of Negroes author spoke at sold-out event about his new book, the plight of refugees, and inclusion on Monday. Lawrence Hill — novelist, journalist, educator, activist, and volunteer — is the author of 10 books, including The Illegal andThe Book of Negroes. He is the winner of numerous awards including The Commonwealth Writers’ Prize, the Rogers Writers’…

  • Save the Date: Waterton Wildflower Festival June 19 – 24

    Save the Date: Waterton Wildflower Festival June 19 – 24

    Click here for more on the Waterton Wildflower Festival

  • Centennial of the Equal Suffrage Amendment Act Celebrated at the Legislature Building

    Centennial of the Equal Suffrage Amendment Act Celebrated at the Legislature Building

    More than 100 Albertans will gather in the Alberta Legislature rotunda on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, to celebrate the centennial of the 1916 passing of the Equal Suffrage Statutory Law Amendment Act. The act, which gave most Alberta women the right to vote in provincial elections, was an important step in the continuing evolution of…

  • Save the date: Municipal Affairs Minister announces summer engagement on the Municipal Government Act

      Municipal Affairs Minister Danielle Larivee will travel across Alberta this summer seeking feedback on changes to the Municipal Government Act. The updated MGA will be introduced in the Legislature in late May. Minister Larivee will then travel to 19 communities to speak with and listen to municipal partners, community organizations, small businesses, industry, and…

  • MD of Foothills Recycling Event

    MD of Foothills Recycling Event

    The MD of Foothills Recycling Roundup is on!  Bring your old computers, TV’s, Paint and Household Hazardous Waste.  

  • Oilfields High School Used Book Sale Next Week!

    Oilfields High School Used Book Sale Next Week!

    Planning a summer of great reads, time on the patio, cool drink in hand? We have all sorts of used books, great reads, rollicking good chortles, literature that sets you apart and trashy romances. Plus tons of non-fiction, children’s books and fun stuff.

  • Legislative Assembly of Alberta Celebrates Vaisakhi

    Legislative Assembly of Alberta Celebrates Vaisakhi

    Every year, Alberta’s thriving Sikh population gathers to honour Vaisakhi, a special celebration that formalizes the Sikh identity and protects the fundamental principles of Sikhism: truth, justice and equality. Speaker Wanner will host this year’s Vaisakhi celebration in the Legislature Building rotunda on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, beginning at 12:10 p.m. sharp. This year’s speakers…

  • Canadian War Museum: The Battle of Vimy Ridge

    Canadian War Museum: The Battle of Vimy Ridge

    9-12 April 1917 By Tim Cook, Canadian War Museum Many historians and writers consider the Canadian victory at Vimy a defining moment for Canada, when the country emerged from under the shadow of Britain and felt capable of greatness. Canadian troops also earned a reputation as formidable, effective troops because of the stunning success. But…

  • Town of Turner Valley: Birth of a Nation Day – April 9

    Town of Turner Valley: Birth of a Nation Day – April 9

    Town Council proclaims April 9 to be Birth of a Nation Day in Turner Valley. The public is invited to gather at the Dr. Lander Memorial Pool parking lot at 6:30pm for the parade to the Cenotaph at the Royal Canadian Legion. Ceremony starts at 7:00pm.

  • Kananaskis Bear Day Highlights Wildlife Conservation and Safety

    Kananaskis Bear Day Highlights Wildlife Conservation and Safety

    As grizzly and black bears shake off the effects of their seasonal hibernation and Albertans make their camping plans for the upcoming season, Kananaskis Bear Day returns! Alberta Parks and Wildsmart will host the annual Kananaskis Bear Day event on April 9 at the Canmore Nordic Centre – a hands-on, family-friendly day of activities and…

  • Okotoks Recognizes Birth of a Nation Day

    Okotoks Recognizes Birth of a Nation Day

    Saturday, April 9, 2016 – 6:00pm To honour and recognize the Canadian Troops who fought at the battle of Vimy Ridge on April 9th, 1917, there will be a special marching procession. The march starts at the Elks Hall (62 Elizabeth Street), follows Elizabeth St. and turns North onto Centre Avenue, arriving at the Cenotaph. A brief remembrance ceremony will…

  • Pharmasave Black Diamond – April Customer Appreciation Day

    Pharmasave Black Diamond – April Customer Appreciation Day

    Our Community Matters Customer Appreciation Day 10 % off all regular priced items Some restrictions apply The 3rd Wednesday of every month. Stop in for refreshments and baked goods…. on Wednesday, April 20th Don’t forget to visit our website for more sale information and our weekly flyers www.blackdiamondpharmasave.com

  • Premier Notley speaks to Albertans on CTV, Global on April 7

    Premier Notley speaks to Albertans on CTV, Global on April 7

    Premier Rachel Notley will outline the government’s plan to create jobs and help families through the economic shock created by low oil prices. After travelling around the province meeting Albertans and hearing their views on the province’s budget, the Premier will address the province on local CTV and Global stations this Thursday at 6:45 p.m.…

  • 36th Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic

    36th Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic

    Yes, it’s time to mark Friday, June 24th in your calendar. Contact your friends and colleagues and register your foursome for a great day on the classic links of Turner Valley Golf Club and show your support for the 36th Annual Turner Valley Charity Golf Classic. The format will include a shotgun start in the…