Category: Lifestyle

BANKRATE STAFF FEBRUARY 28, 2019 in PERSONAL FINANCE Service dogs are trained to provide assistance and therapy to various people with disabilities. They can aid in navigation for people who are visually impaired, assist a child who is having a seizure, calm a veteran who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and can even dial 911 in…

Eight specific commitments to ensure Albertans are protected from the day-to-day whims of government RED DEER, AB: A United Conservative government will bring in a series of specific measures to establish Alberta as a world leader in the protection of property rights. The UCP’s plan to restore public trust on property rights includes eight commitments, outlined by…

The newly created Kitaskino Nuwenëné Wildland conserves natural landscapes and watersheds, while supporting traditional Indigenous uses and sustainable development. The wildland will preserve more than 160,000 hectares of land just south of Wood Buffalo National Park, protecting the Peace-Athabasca watershed and increasing ecological integrity and habitat for species at risk such as woodland caribou and…

Action sport fans could experience the popular, high-energy X Games in Alberta. Calgary has secured exclusive rights to host the X Games. It would be the first time the event is in Canada. The X Games would bring more than 200 international skiing and snowboarding athletes to Alberta for a four-day action sports, music and…

Researcher Victoria Fast looks at how spatial data can improve routing for people with disabilities By Marta Cyperling, University Relations Google Maps is a digital technology that many people rely on, on a daily basis. It can help us find our way around the city by car, bike, or foot. For people with mobility-related disabilities,…

Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement about the mosque shootings in New Zealand: “The coordinated and violent terrorist attacks on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, are devastating. At least 49 people were killed, and many more injured, while they gathered to pray together. “On behalf of all Albertans, I offer my condolences to everyone…

Families and businesses in Fort Saskatchewan will see critical transportation projects get underway this year. Construction of the new Fort Saskatchewan bridge and twinning of Highway 15 will begin this construction season, creating more than 500 jobs and making it quicker and safer to move people and goods throughout the Industrial Heartland region. “Families want…

Teens can be under a lot of pressure as they deal with hormonal changes, heartbreaks, anxiety about school, relationships, etc. With so much going on in your teen’s life, it is important to watch for signs that they may be struggling with bullying. If your teen seems unusually anxious, worried about going to school or…

Soccer players in Calgary will have better turf to kick the ball on when the Genesis Centre upgrades its outdoor field. Government is investing $2 million to help the centre install artificial turf and upgrade lighting, scoreboards, walking paths, portable bleachers and leisure areas. “Recreation, active living and sport are essential to the health, well-being…

Study shows some animals inherit stores of food—and they are more likely to be successful in life. By KATIE WILLIS For red squirrels, the death of a male you’ve never met could be the key to your survival, according to a new study. Young red squirrels who inherit food caches abandoned by older male squirrels…