Category: Lifestyle

The Municipal Government (Property Tax Incentives) Amendment Act would revitalize municipalities by empowering them to offer stronger property tax incentives to business and industry. Minister Madu, with (L-R) MLA Jordan Walker, MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, MLA Nate Glubish, Mayor Rod Frank and Patrick Shaver announces property tax incentives for municipalities. If passed, Bill 7 would allow municipalities to provide…

As cooler weather continues to create favourable conditions for firefighting, Bigstone Cree Nation and Wabasca-Desmarais plan for re-entry. On Wednesday, June 12, residents from Bigstone Cree Nation and Wabasca-Desmarais will join the more than 6,000 evacuees from the following communities who are returning to their communities: High Level Mackenzie County Dene Tha’ First Nation County…

Climate change is a big deal, especially for penguins! Their colonies are being majorly impacted by recent climate changes. By Anna Kucirkova Penguins! These adorable flightless birds are cherished by adults and kids alike for their funny ways and their tuxedo-like outfits. The penguin lifestyle is fascinating and their behavior is extraordinary.  A group of…

Reusable grocery bags and bins can collect harmful bacteria from foods. These bacteria can also contaminate other foods or items in the bags/bins and put you at risk of food poisoning. Lower the risk of cross-contamination and food poisoning by following these food safety tips. At the store Wrap your raw meat, poultry, and seafood…

All animals, including cats, dogs, exotics and reptiles, must be kept safe from harm and injury when they are travelling by land, air or sea. Here are a few tips to help you make sure your pet has a safe journey… Health Check It is always a good idea to check the health of your…

If passed, Bill 8, the Education Amendment Act, 2019 would modernize Alberta’s education system and improve student success. Compared to existing legislation introduced in 1988, the Education Act focuses education on the student and making schools safe, welcoming places where diversity is celebrated and bullying is not tolerated. It also enhances parental rights, increases choice for students and their…

Drumheller, AB—The Canadian Angus Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2019 Robert C. McHaffie Junior Ambassador is Lexi Hicks of Mortlach, SK; Charlene Elliott of Kenilworth, ON received the Dick Turner Memorial Award; and Chad Hollinger of Neudorf, SK was selected as the Outstanding Young Angus Breeder. Awards were presented at the Canadian Angus…

June 05, 2019 Calgary – Celebrating women in western culture, the Calgary Stampede is excited to announce actress and local ‘cowgirl’ Amber Marshall will lead the 2019 Calgary Stampede Parade as this year’s Parade Marshal. Marshall is best known for starring as Amy Fleming, the horse-whispering miracle girl in the CBC original drama series Heartland. She has…

MP Ellis Tables Motion Calling for Federal Leadership to End Veteran Homelessness by 2025 Motion M-225 is seconded by Conservative and New Democrat MPs and supported by national veteran and homelessness organizations. Ottawa, ON – The Member of Parliament for Bay of Quinte, Neil Ellis, is pleased to announce that he has tabled Private Members’…

The governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to streamline regulations for oil well service rigs. Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe sign a Memorandum of Understanding to work together towards harmonization of regulations for oil well service rigs. The two provinces will collaborate to harmonize transportation regulations…

As conditions improve, fire ban and off-highway vehicle (OHV) restrictions lifted. Slave Lake lifts their evacuation alert. Rain continues to fall in many areas of Alberta while the High Level area experiences cool temperatures. Mackenzie County lifts mandatory evacuation order but warns residents to be ready to leave if conditions change. Fire ban and OHV…

Picture a sailor dying of thirst while surrounded by the sea. In a body with unchecked diabetes, every cell suffers a similar fate. “Cells need sugar,” says Leta Philp, a diabetes educator with the Diabetes, Obesity, and Nutrition Strategic Clinical Network at Alberta Health Services. “Insulin is like a little key that opens up cell…