Category: Voices

Legion Receives “Hommage Athlétas” Award from Fédération québécoise d’athlétisme

Legion Track and Field Program a Stepping Stone International Competitions OTTAWA, ON – The Royal Canadian Legion has been chosen as the recipient of the 2014 “Hommage Athlétas” Award from the Fédération québécoise d’athlétisme. “Thanks to our development of both training and national level track and field competitions, youth across Canada are able to get…

November 30, 2014
Nominations Open: WEGO Health Activist Awards

The Fourth Annual WEGO Health Activist Awards are in full swing, and we wanted to invite you to nominate a leader in your health community for a Health Activist Award. Click here to nominate! The WEGO Health Activist Awards were created to embody the mission of WEGO Health: to empower Health Activists, those patient influencers…

November 29, 2014
Planet Waves Horoscopes: December 2014

By Eric Francis Aries (March 20-April 19) There is big business moving in your chart and, right at the same time, planets come storming through your house of achievement and success, Saturn makes its first move into Sagittarius. The theme is ethics. Seen one way, your astrology is perfect for you to take a success-at-all-costs…

November 28, 2014
Legion Supports Veterans Health Research

Announces Recipient of scholarship for advanced Veterans health research studies OTTAWA – Tom Eagles, Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion, attended the fifth annual forum of the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR) which was held in Toronto, Ontario between 24 and 26 November 2014 where he also announced this year’s…

November 28, 2014
Senator Doug Black calls for supportive environment for LNG industry

OTTAWA, Nov. 26, 2014 – In remarks before the Senate of Canada, Alberta-elected Senator Doug Black is calling on the federal government to assess how it can create conditions to support the growth of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector. “At the federal level we should consider what we can do to assist LNG development,”…

November 28, 2014
Christmas Shopping in Turner Valley

Don’t let the cold weather keep you in this weekend. You should get out and support our local businesses. Turner Valley is the place to be on Saturday! Stop in at Daisies n’ Dirt, just off main street, near Coyote Moon and pick up some homemade Christmas gifts. Santa will be stopping by so bring…

November 28, 2014
Stephen Harper’s Conservatives Fail Canadian Veterans

OTTAWA – The Auditor General’s 2014 Fall Report makes clear that Stephen Harper’s Conservatives have utterly failed to provide the mental health services and support needed by Canada’s veterans, said Liberals. “Today’s report is a shameful reminder of the Conservatives’ record, confirming that veterans cannot get timely access to the mental health services they need,”…

November 27, 2014
Legion Supports Recommendations from Auditor General’s Report

Staffing, access to service and delays in handling claims are major areas that must be addressed OTTAWA, ON – The Royal Canadian Legion welcomes the Auditor General’s Report released Tuesday (Nov 25) which echoes many concerns highlighted by the Legion during the past several months – specifically related to Disability Benefits programs, staffing levels and…

November 27, 2014
Government of Canada announces research project to support families of Canada’s Veterans

MP Ted Opitz addresses participants at Canadian Military and Veterans Health Research Forum TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2014 /CNW/ – On behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Ted Opitz, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke Centre, today addressed participants at the fifth annual Canadian Military and Veteran Health Research Forum. During the forum, MP…

November 26, 2014
RCMP High River Charity Checkstop

This year High River Emergency Services, along with Victim Services, will hold the second annual Charity Check Stop. On December 3, 2014 from 2pm to 4pm members will be conducting a “check stop” on Center Street to accept donations. This year we have chosen the Rowan House (an emergency shelter) and the High River Food…

November 26, 2014
Foodapalooza to Raise Money for Inn From the Cold

By Calgary Rants Back in 2012, my pal Joey Oberhoffner came up with a pretty cool idea to help with a fundraiser that I was running to help some families that were guests of the Inn From The Cold at Christmas. Through this event, we were able to raise close to $10,000 in one night,…

November 26, 2014
AHS: Better Choices Better Health Online

Do you have a chronic condition like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, high blood pressure, obesity, chronic pain or others? Join this program to: Learn to manage your symptoms better Discover tips to manage your day-to-day activities Get support from others with long-term health problems Share you experiences and help others About the Better Choices, Better…

November 26, 2014
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Rust Stains on Countertop

By Reena Nerbas Rust Stain on Vanity Top Hello Reena, We recently had new sink faucets installed. The previous taps, unbeknownst to us, had corroded and left a very pronounced rust stain on the faux marble countertop. The new faucet base, unfortunately, doesn’t cover this mark. The light beige vanity top is 30 years old.…

November 24, 2014
Become a Hero Today for a Homeless Pet

Canada is a nation full of pet lovers, but recent research shows that many communities need some guidance on how to help solve the homeless problem. The 2014 Shelter Pet Report (by PetSmart Charities of Canada) found that while 73 per cent of people say that pet homelessness is at least somewhat important to them,…

November 24, 2014
Get that Glow of Giving Well

Black Friday and Cyber Monday may leave bargain hunters satisfied. Who doesn’t like a good deal? But there’s another way to feel good while also doing good for others in the pre-holiday frenzy. On December 2 this year, an event called Giving Tuesday marks a global celebration filled with activities to support charities. But it’s…

November 24, 2014