Category: Lifestyle

  • Confirmed Lake Louise-area hepatitis A case prompts public alert

    Confirmed Lake Louise-area hepatitis A case prompts public alert

        CALGARY – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in an individual who worked at the Powderkeg Lounge (located at the Lake Louise Ski Resort), while infectious. Patrons who consumed food or hot beverages from the Powderkeg Lounge from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8, 2015 (inclusive) may have been…

  • Province Boosts Funding for Municipal Clean Water Systems

    Province Boosts Funding for Municipal Clean Water Systems

      Budget 2015 invests $545 million over five years to fund critical water infrastructure in municipalities across Alberta. The Alberta government has increased funding to Water for Life and the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership by $170 million – or 45.3 per cent – compared to the proposed March budget. These programs provide critical funding for…

  • Bill 6 Makes Changes Too Fast, Needs to be Sent to Committee for Proper Consultation with Farmers: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB: Improving safety on farms is critical, but the changes announced through Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act occur too quickly and need to be sent to committee to guarantee proper consultation for the family farms that will be impacted, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Tuesday.  The legislation…

  • Safety, Fairness Focus of Farm and Ranch Workers Legislation

    Safety, Fairness Focus of Farm and Ranch Workers Legislation

      Proposed new legislation will ensure Alberta’s farm and ranch workers are kept safe and treated fairly. Bill 6, the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act, was introduced in the Alberta Legislature today. “Everyone deserves a safe, fair and healthy workplace. With this bill, workplace legislation will now extend to farms and ranches.…

  • Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta

    Senior Care Still Falls Short in Alberta

    Alberta Seniors department budget has been cut from $116 million in 2014-15 to $102 million in 2015-16 By Janice Curtis, CEO – Calgary Meals on Wheels and Lawrence Braul, CEO – Trinity Place Foundation CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – The Alberta NDP government’s first budget was a disappointment for the province’s fastest growing demographic – seniors. Seniors…

  • Minister of Human Services responds to group home report

    The Minister of Human Services supports an agency’s decision not to reopen an Edmonton group home and has outlined steps to address recommendations from a review of the home. Safety of youth in care and the public are top priorities for our government, which is why a review of this group home was launched after…

  • Changes to High River Downtown Land Use Supports Business Growth

      HIGH RIVER, AB: Changes to the Land Use Bylaw in High River’s downtown district will make it easier for developers and business owners to locate in this area. The changes to the Town’s Land Use Bylaw were approved by Council at its regular meeting November 9th. The new designations reflect the provisions in the…

  • Okotoks Students Among Recipients of Duke of Edinburgh Award

    Okotoks Students Among Recipients of Duke of Edinburgh Award

      The Duke of Edinburgh’s Silver ​Award were presented by Her Honour, The Honourable Lois Mitchell to 32 Alberta youth ranging in age from ​16 to 24 who have challenged themselves in four major initiatives: participating and planning a three day adventurous journey, spending 12 months learning a skill, being physically active and spending 6 months…

  • Say Cheers to Men’s Health this Movember

    Say Cheers to Men’s Health this Movember

    This month we celebrate Movember when men are challenged to grow a moustache to spark conversation and raise vital funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, poor mental health and physical inactivity. While growing a moustache and encouraging donations is an obvious way to support the cause, Movember is also an opportunity to start up a…

  • RCMP Career Presentation for People from Visible Minority Groups

    RCMP Career Presentation for People from Visible Minority Groups

      (Calgary, Alberta – November 18, 2015)  Learn how you can put ordinary behind you at a special recruiting presentation for men and women from visible minority groups interested in a career like no other. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police offers an exceptional career, letting you make a real difference in your community and your…

  • How to Manage Conflicts over Land use in Alberta

    How to Manage Conflicts over Land use in Alberta

    We must first sort through the various types of land ownership before arriving at possible strategies By Mark Milke, Contributing Editor, The Fraser Institute CALGARY, Alta./ Troy Media/ – In the late 19th century, William Pearce, an Alberta-based federal civil servant, became increasingly concerned about the tendency to promote southern Alberta and Saskatchewan as suitable for farming.…

  • Alberta Focuses on Creating Safe, Healthy Communities

    Alberta Focuses on Creating Safe, Healthy Communities

      The Alberta government encourages Albertans to take part in Bullying Awareness Week, November 15 – 21. Bullying affects thousands of Albertans in their schools, workplaces, and communities. Bullying Awareness Week (BAW) aims to increase awareness of the importance of preventing bullying and promoting healthy, positive relationships. “We all have a responsibility to stand up…

  • Information session set for Bragg Creek flood mitigation

    Information session set for Bragg Creek flood mitigation

      Residents of Bragg Creek and surrounding area can learn more about plans for local flood mitigation projects planned for Bragg Creek. Representatives from Rocky View County and the Government of Alberta will speak to residents about plans to protect Bragg Creek against future floods. The information session is hosted by the Alberta government and…

  • Down the Drain no more – Practical Reuse Leads Water Conservation Efforts in Calgary

    Down the Drain no more – Practical Reuse Leads Water Conservation Efforts in Calgary

    Calgary – Reusing waste water instead of sending it down the drain is one way The City demonstrates leadership in water conservation and sustainability. The City is leading not only by example, but also at the regulatory level. Inspections & Permit Services is a group that has always helped businesses, builders and homeowners navigate the…

  • Being Prepared for Winter

    Being Prepared for Winter

      Winter weather conditions in Canada can quickly become dangerous, often with little or no warning. Winter storms and excessive cold claim over 100 lives each year in this country – that is more than the combined number of deaths caused by hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, extreme heat and lightning each year. Environment Canada issues a variety…