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Another Successful Poppy Campaign
Dear Editor; As we approach the final hours of our national Poppy Campaign, and on behalf of the millions of Canadians who have had the opportunity to wear a Poppy this year, I wanted to thank our more than 300,000 Legion members in more than 1,441 Legion branches across Canada, the United States, Mexico and…
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Foothills Fire Department Water Rescue Unit
The Foothills Fire Department was the recipient of the most amazing donation!!! As a part of Spruce Meadows Salute to First Responders, earlier this year, a water rescue package worth over $250,000 was donated to the Foothills Fire Department. This unexpected and gratefully received donation will not only help keep the community safe but will…
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AFPA Comments on City of Calgary Announcement
Alberta’s Forest Industry Applauds City of Calgary Decision to Allow 6 Storey Wood Buildings The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) commends the City of Calgary for being the first city in Canada to adopt the 2015 National Building Code recommendation to allow buildings of up to 6 storeys to be constructed from wood. Calgary’s leadership…
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Votes Needed for Fitness Centre in Field House
Community grant contest could see the Town of High River awarded between $50,000 and $100,000 for new equipment High River (AB) – A grant application to create a community fitness centre in the field house has been submitted to the Aviva Community Fund for a chance to be awarded $50,000 to $100,000. The grant could…
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Sign Up to Donate Life at 206 Alberta Registry Locations in Alberta
The next time you renew your Alberta driver’s licence or register your car, be prepared to be invited to participate in Alberta’s new Organ and Tissue Donor Registry and donate life. It is a free service to Albertans. Since the Alberta Organ and Tissue Donor Registries’ launch in July 2014, 44,000 Albertans have registered but…
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Library Partnership Generates $1M for Children’s Literacy
A unique made-in-Calgary community partnership was announced on October 1 by the Calgary Public Library Foundation, a proud Alberta’s Promise partner. Made possible with more than $1 million in investment of money and in-kind contributions, Calgary Public Library’s “It’s Not a Crime to Read” program has been able to reach more than 10,000 kids through…
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Remembrance Day Services in the Foothills
The Centennial Centre will be the location of the service for Okotoks once again. The service will start at 10am with the doors open at 9am and music starting at 9:30am. The Turner Valley Legion will be holding a service on Remembrance Day at the Oilfields High School once again this year. The service will…
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Alternative Gift Catalogue not Just for Christmas
Toronto: Alternative gift giving has become an increasingly popular phenomenon as people grow tired of receiving more and more “stuff” on special occasions like birthdays, Christmas, and anniversaries. Recognizing this growing trend, The United Church of Canada has been testing an alternative gift-giving catalogue for the past three years and is now ready to offer…
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Partnership Success in the Community: Truck Donation to Wilderness Youth Program for High Risk Youth Makes Big Impact
Thanks to the generosity of Quinn Leder, Production Manager at Supreme Steel LP (part of the Steel Group of Companies), Supreme Steel employees, and the Leder Charitable Foundation of Edmonton, a program for high-risk youth has been given new wheels to continue operation. Lee Eskdale has been running the Wilderness Youth Challenge Program (WYCP) since 2006,…
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Okotoks Legion Receives Charter
The new Okotoks Legion will be known officially as Okotoks Branch #291 of Alberta North-West Territories Command of the Royal Canadian Legion. The first members were initiated in a ceremony on Wednesday evening (November 5th). The Interim Executive were also installed. The Legion holds monthly meetings at the Elks Hall. The Members will be assisting…
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Christmas Elves to Descend on George Lane Park
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AMA: Fall Flavours for Food Lovers
By Alecia Langlois Fall is one of the most enchanting times of the year. The leaves transform from lime and forest green into beautiful shades of vermillion, golden amber and burnt orange. Fashion changes from shorts and sandals to knitted scarves and boots. Even cuisine takes a journey from fresh salads and crisp fruits to full…
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VIA Rail commemorates Remembrance Day
MONTREAL /CNW Telbec/ – VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) would like to announce that, in honour of Remembrance Day, it has made a donation to The Royal Canadian Legion (the Legion), on behalf of its passengers and employees. As well, VIA Rail will offer free poppies to all passengers and staff on board its trains. Distribution…
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Turner Valley Churches are Warming up the Christmas Tea
Two of Turner Valley’s Churches are holding their Annual Christmas Teas this month. St. George’s Anglican will hold their Tea and Bake Sale this Saturday (November 6th) from 2 to 4pm in the church hall. Stock up on your Christmas baking and don’t forget the Christmas cake! The United Church in the Valley will hold…
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It can’t always be the alcohol’s fault!
New campaign targets binge drinking and encourages young Albertans to think about the choices they are making with respect to drinking. With the tagline Thanks Alcohol!, the campaign emphasizes the role personal choices play in drinking behaviour. In addition, the campaign highlights some of the most common consequences of overconsumption, and provides resources that could…
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