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Proposed Changes will Improve Secondary Suites
High River, AB: The Town of High River is considering a new, more streamlined approach to secondary suite applications in the R-1 Districts of High River in response to an increased interest in developing rental accommodations. These are neighbourhoods characterized by single detached homes. “Developing a secondary suite, or rental unit, has grown in popularity…
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A Book Club with a Twist
Book clubs are popular because readers like to share their thoughts about the books they’ve read, and discuss the ideas or themes with other people. Recently the human rights organization Amnesty International launched a book club with a unique twist—the book club offers participants a special opportunity to make the world a better place. What…
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Wall Street Journal: Home Depot Confirms Data Breach
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Statement by Ken Hughes, MLA
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Vigils Honour Murdered and Missing Aboriginal Women
Sixteen-year-old Felicia Solomon, originally from Norway House Cree Nation in northern Manitoba, went missing in Winnipeg in March 2003. Her body was found three months later. To date, no one has been charged with her murder. Solomon was not the first young woman stolen from this family. Her cousin, Helen Betty Osborne, was abducted, raped…
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We’ve Got an App for That!
Harper Government launches first-ever CRA mobile app for small and medium-sized businesses. Vancouver, British Columbia – The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, P.C., Q.C., M.P., Minister of National Revenue, today took part in a roundtable with businesses to launch the first-ever mobile app for small and medium-sized businesses from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The new…
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Catapulting North America from Energy Dependence to Independence!
The Ukraine, Libya and Iraq are a long way from the Bakken and the Alberta Oilsands. But events half a world away are shaping North American energy opportunities. In a remarkable transformation the United States is moving steadily and swiftly from the world’s major oil importer to an exporter of oil and natural gas. Both…
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Minister Leitch announces expert panel on championing and mentorship for women entrepreneurs
Harper Government continues promoting economic and leadership opportunities for Canadian women TORONTO, /CNW/ – Wednesday, the Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women, announced the members of her Expert Panel on Championing and Mentorship for Women Entrepreneurs. The Minister was accompanied by members of the Panel for the announcement,…
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Thank You Mr. Hancock
On behalf of Progressive Conservatives and all Albertans, I would like to thank Premier Hancock and his wife Janet for their enormous contributions to our province throughout their time in public life. I have always admired the Premier’s extensive understanding of public policy, and his passion for issues like education and children’s literacy which have…
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Calgary Humane Society Looking for Public’s Help to Identify a Dog Left With Devastating Injuries
Warning: Graphic Photos September 11, 2014, Calgary, AB — On Friday September 5, 2014, a white female Bulldog cross was found wandering around a strip mall in the Ogden area of SE Calgary. The dog, affectionately named “Ruby” by the veterinary clinic who admitted her, was suffering from severe neglect. A good samaritan had picked…
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RCMP Commissioner Presents Bravery Award at Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament
OTTAWA – September 12, 2014 –RCMP Commissioner Bob Paulson will present Musical Ride member, Cst. James Guthrie, with a Commissioner’s Commendation for Bravery at the Spruce Meadows Masters tournament today. The presentation will take place after the Musical Ride performance at Spruce Meadows at 4:30 (MT). In March 2011, Cst. Guthrie, accompanied by two other…
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RCMP Strathcona County – Mannequin Prank
Mannequin prank a “dummy” move……. Sherwood Park, Alberta – This morning at approximately 6:30 a.m, Strathcona County RCMP responded to a complaint of a possible body hanging from a power line along Wye Road east of Range Road 216. The citizen who called in with the information believed it was a possible prank but was…
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Black Diamond Selected to Join “Becoming a Community Leader”
An exciting announcement will be made this morning at 10:00 am at the Sheep River Library by Black Diamond’s Mayor, Sharlene Brown. If you would like to see an increase in volunteerism, greater community ownership and pride, increased business profitability, improved performance for yourself and those around you and the strengthening of your community’s resiliency,…
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Royal Tour – The Princess Royal
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to Undertake a Royal Tour of Canada in November 2014 Ottawa – His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce that a Royal Tour of Canada will take place in the upcoming months. Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has accepted the…
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Cooking up a Creative Storm with Arts, Science and Engineering at This Year’s Beakerhead
Member of Parliament Joan Crockett announces support for the Beakerhead Creative Society September 11, 2014 – Calgary – The Beakerhead Creative Society will receive $86,000 through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program to present the 2nd edition of the Beakerhead Festival. Activities on offer will include temporary installations, exhibits of large-scale interactive art…
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