Category: Organizations

  • On-It is Calling You

    What is On-It? On-It is a regional public transportation system designed to connect towns and cities around Calgary with one another and with Calgary! Starting July 20th, we have been randomly calling* residents of Nanton, Okotoks, Black Diamond and Turner Valley to get their two-cents on public transportation. Find out more here. Where is On-It…

  • Snowbirds Put on Quite a Show in High River on Wednesday

    The High River airport had some aerial acts that were breathtaking on Wednesday evening. Canada’s Snowbirds made a special visit to the Town to show off their skills. Also on hand were the Skyhawks – Canada’s parachute team – and to top off the evening, a CF-18 Hornet. High River Online posted photos by local…

  • GRPP Presents a Morning Exploring Pond Life

    GRPP Presents a Morning Exploring Pond Life

    Pond Exploration – July 27- 10am to noon $10.00 (with Park membership it’s only $8.50) Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park NOTE: PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Prairie ponds and sloughs teem with tiny life. Bring the whole family and your rubber boots down to the park and we’ll explore the…

  • Longview Welcomes Soldiers to the Legacy Memorial Garden

    The Village of Longview unveiled the statues that have now completed the Legacy Memorial Garden last Saturday, July 19th. The garden was officially opened in 2012. The statues were late arriving so it was decided that the 50th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Village would be a great time for the official unveiling. The…

  • XX Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony Took Place Wednesday

    Glasgow and Scotland welcomed the world with an Opening Ceremony that featured thousands of friendly faces, a blend of bagpipes, banter and bravado and a soundtrack made for the best party in town. Global celebrities joined thousands of local talent to bring a tantalising mix of tradition, irreverent fun and true Glaswegian hospitality to life…

  • Okotoks Legion Moving Forward with Request for Charter

    On July 24th, thanks to the hospitality of the Executive and Members of the Elks Club, a very successful organisational meeting was held in the upper hall of the club in Okotoks. Over sixty potential members were present, and more than thirty others who had previously committed to joining the Branch prior to this meeting…

  • August 4th is the 100th Anniversary of the Start of the First World War

    Alberta Aviation Museum to be unveiling exhibit “The War to End all Wars” – the actual cause of which was mired in dubious politics and diplomacy – was unfortunately not the “End” our fore-fathers had prayed for. It was merely the beginning of a century that included two world-wars fought at levels of brutality not…

  • Pilots and Parachutists Picnic in George Lane Park

    There was a good turnout in George Lane Park on July 22nd to meet the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, CF18 Hornet and SkyHawks parachute demonstration teams. Mayor Craig Snodgrass and Foothills MD Reeve Larry Spilak were given mementos of the visit. The Snowbirds presented a special Canadian flag to the town, one of nine that flew…

  • Discover fresh, wholesome and local food during Open Farm Days in August

    Discover Alberta’s culinary treasures during the second annual Alberta Open Farm Days, August 23 and 24. Open Farm Days encourages Albertans to go to the source of their food – farms across Alberta. “From farm visits for the whole family, to one-of-a-kind culinary experience for foodies, Open Farm Days is a great reason for a…

  • Taste of Okotoks is Tomorrow

    Be a part of this fun culinary event – experience all the delicious food and drink this part of the world has to offer! Perfect for foodies and anyone who likes to ‘nom nom‘! This pedestrian-friendly event is being held in conjunction with the Summer Saturdays Street Festival and boasts live music, great food, a…

  • Alberta Sweetgrass: Littlechild “Humbled” to Receive Order of Excellence

    By Shari Narine Sweetgrass Contributing Editor NEW YORK International Chief Wilton Littlechild will be invested in this year’s Alberta Order of Excellence. “I would like to see that recognition add weight to my voice,” said Littlechild, who recently spoke at the United Nations assembly in New York, where he serves as the North American representative…

  • The 68th Lethbridge (Windystone) Baden Powell Guild – A great community champion!

    Alberta’s Promise is excited to share the great work of community groups like the 68th Lethbridge (Windystone) Baden Powell Guild which are committed to improving the lives of children and youth in their communities. The Guild, staffed by semi-retired Scouters committed to their community, has supported the Lethbridge International Air Show for over nine years…

  • 1st Annual Ben Steiger Memorial Golf Tournament

    Ben Steiger was an up and coming young athlete who loved competition and was popular with all his friends young and old. Ben was a golfer, basketball player, snowboarder, motorcross rider but most of all he loved the cowboy way. Ben was participating in a rodeo school on April 5, 2014 and was involved in…

  • Law Enforcement Torch Run to hold Free the Fuzz fundraiser to benefit local Special Olympics Athletes

    Airdrie, AB – From Friday, July 25th to Sunday, July 27th, 2014, the Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) and Walmart Canada will team-up to hold a major fundraising event in support of Special Olympics Alberta. This year’s participants are from the RCMP, Corrections Alberta and the Alberta Sheriffs. Members of each agency will stay…

  • Turner Valley Legion Pays Tribute to WWI Veterans

    We would like to encourage everyone to attend the Tribute to WWI that will be held on Thursday, July 24th. We ask that you gather by 5:30pm; the Parade will start at 6:00 pm from the Chin-Up Cafe on Sunset Blvd East and March to the Cenotaph. The Legion Honour Guard will lead the parade.…