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Quarterly Test of High River Alert and Permanent Sirens
HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town will be performing a regularly scheduled test of its emergency notification systems at 12 noon on Wednesday, Nov. 5. This is part of the Town’s emergency preparedness plan and will include a test of the permanent siren and High River Alert system. The two outdoor sirens are located at the…
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Ebola Phishing Scams and Malware Campaigns
The Calgary Police Service would like to remind Calgarians to be cautious of scams originating online and through email, especially those referencing the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The Service has not yet received any reports of phishing scams related to EVD, but is asking citizens to remain vigilant following an advisory from the National Cybersecurity and…
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First Poppy to be Presented In Honour of Canada’s Fallen
The red poppy is an international emblem of remembrance. Officially adopted in Canada in 1921, the poppy represents the immeasurable sacrifices made by our men and women who died in the First World War and in later conflicts. “Donning the poppy on our left lapel keeps the memories of our fallen members of the Royal…
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Habitat for Humanity: Building Up High River
Habitat for Humanity Foothills Chapter is looking for two families to partner with them on a journey to Homeownership. There are two information sessions for anyone interested: Tuesday, October 28th at 6:30pm *TONIGHT* Saturday, November 15th at 10am These sessions are being held at the High River Culture Centre (251 – 9th Ave SW) The…
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Montrose Bridge set to reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 28
HIGH RIVER, AB: Montrose Bridge is set to reopen in the early evening of October 28, restoring an important access point for the Montrose neighbourhood for the first time since the 2013 flood. The reconstruction of the bridge was a $2.4 million project funded by the Disaster Relief Program as result of the damage from…
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Just the Facts: Prentice, Mandel, & Whoppers About Oilers Season Tickets
EDMONTON, AB – While campaigning for PC leader, Jim Prentice told Albertans he would have zero tolerance for politicians who didn’t respect taxpayers saying, “they shouldn’t be taking free hockey tickets” and that he would have “zero tolerance for all that stuff.” However, when FOIP documents released yesterday showed that PC health minister and Edmonton-Whitemud candidate Stephen Mandel expensed $69,000 in…
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Senator Doug Black discusses Alberta priorities with Premier Prentice
CALGARY – Senator Doug Black and Premier Jim Prentice had a constructive dialogue in Calgary today on a number of issues important to Albertans. “I was happy to have the opportunity to discuss important matters of federal-provincial relations with Premier Prentice in Calgary today,” said Senator Black. “We had a constructive dialogue on a number…
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Anchor of Historic Canadian Naval Ship Found in Halifax Harbour
HALIFAX — An anchor, believed to have belonged to His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Niobe, has been unearthed at HMC Dockyardin Halifax. HMCS Niobe was the first Canadian warship to enter Canada’s territorial waters, on October 21, 1910, a landmark event in the beginnings of the Naval Service of Canada. As fate would have it, the…
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In Memory of Rod Love
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Toronto Has a Change at the Helm
Toronto went to the polls and have elected John Tory as their new mayor. John won 40.3% of the votes with 395,141. He was followed by Doug Ford, former Mayor Rob Ford’s brother, with 331,020 votes or 33.7%. Olivia Chow won 23.1% with 227,096 votes. These results were posted with only one polling station left…
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Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate Diamond Saddleback – Update
RCMP continue to search for 15 year old Diamond Saddleback, who was reported missing on October 7. Investigation to date indicates that SADDLEBACK may be in the Edmonton or the Lac La Biche area. Please see her description and photo below. Diamond Saddleback is described as: · Aboriginal · 5’6” tall · 120 lbs · …
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Alberta By-Election Results
It was a clean sweep for the PC Government in the 4 by-elections as the polls closed last night. Premier Jim Prentice won Calgary-Foothills by a large margin, with 6898 votes. Gordon Dirks took Calgary – Elbow with 4207, Mike Ellis won Calgary – West with 4843 and Stephen Mandel won his Edmonton – Whitemud…
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CFIB and Scotiabank Team up to Support Startup Businesses
Toronto – To help celebrate Small Business Week, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) and Scotiabank are coming together to offer Canada’s next generation of entrepreneurs access to the tailored support and services they need to get their businesses off to a good start. Through the Scotia Running Start for business program, new businesses…
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Minister Raitt launches national campaign on drone safety
[break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Helping Canadians understand their responsibilities and comply with Canada’s safety laws Toronto, Ontario – The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, today launched the Government of Canada’s safety awareness campaign for unmanned air vehicles (UAVs), or drones. The national campaign will help ensure UAV users—both recreational and commercial—understand the rules of the skies and…
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Tomorrow is Canada’s Small Business Saturday
Toronto, October 24, 2014 – To celebrate the third annual Small Business Saturday tomorrow, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) asks Canadians to recognize the invaluable contributions of small businesses in their communities, by choosing to shop small. The initiative, which started out as a one-day event in 2012, has grown this year to…
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